{"id":197,"date":"2023-09-23T12:22:26","date_gmt":"2023-09-23T16:22:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/?page_id=197"},"modified":"2025-08-21T09:36:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T13:36:16","slug":"alumni-association-board","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/advancement\/alumni-association-board\/","title":{"rendered":"Alumni Association Board"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becoming a Royal isn\u2019t just about earning a degree\u2014it\u2019s a lifelong journey. At graduation, all new alumni are automatically welcomed into the Alumni Association\u2014no dues, no forms, just instant membership. From that moment, you\u2019re part of an energetic, global network of more than 26,000+ Royals\u2014right here in Charlotte, across the Carolinas, and around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Staying Connected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Exclusive Resources<\/strong>: Enjoy access to career services through the Vandiver Center, a 10% tuition discount on graduate programs, referral bonuses for prospective students, and alumni gear from the 海角社区 bookstore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifelong 海角社区<\/strong>: From regional chapters and professional networking events to Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, you\u2019ll find opportunities to stay connected no matter where life takes you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support and Mentorship<\/strong>: The Alumni Association fosters relationships that span generations\u2014helping you build professional connections, mentor current students, and strengthen the legacy of 海角社区.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Led by Alumni, for Alumni<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Currently comprised of undergraduate and graduate alumni across all six colleges, the 海角社区 Alumni Association Board represents the diverse alumni community. Grounded in 海角社区\u2019 motto\u2014<em>&#8220;Not to be served, but to serve&#8221;<\/em>\u2014the board meets twice a year in a hybrid format and once virtually to stay informed about university initiatives and provide thoughtful feedback from an alumni perspective. Their leadership strengthens the bond between alumni and the university while championing the values that define a 海角社区 education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Officers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>President<\/strong>: Shannan Lentz &#8217;93<br><strong>Secretary<\/strong>: Lindsey Collins &#8217;11<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Enrollment Support Committee Chair<\/strong>: Susan Manning &#8217;72<br><strong>Graduate Alumni Committee Chair<\/strong>: Taylor Pinckney &#8217;15 &amp; &#8217;17<br><strong>Professional Development Committee Chair<\/strong>: Armah Shiancoe &#8217;09<br><strong>海角社区 Fund Committee Chair<\/strong>: Susan Pedro &#8217;87\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2025-2026 Membership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Betsy Clawson &#8217;74, Laine Coplin &#8217;15, Wendi Fleener &#8217;12, Linda Goodliffe &#8217;15, Rosie Graham &#8217;67, Jeremy Harris &#8217;18, Martha Heisler &#8217;96, Sarah Henry &#8217;80, Olivia Jones &#8217;09, Vange Lear &#8217;73, Katie McCallum &#8217;00, David Patterson &#8217;94, Cindy Reid &#8217;82, Sarah-Katherine Rhodes &#8217;05, Martha Runkle &#8217;06, Laura Ryan &#8217;84, Si\u00e1nneth Sanchez &#8217;07, Drew Swift &#8217;01, MS &#8217;14, DeVin Taylor &#8217;16, Ashleigh Triplett &#8217;07, Jasmine Woods &#8217;18<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have questions about volunteer opportunities, please contact the Alumni Relations team (<a href=\"mailto:alumni@queens.edu\">alumni@queens.edu<\/a>, 704-337-2536).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Becoming a Royal isn\u2019t just about earning a degree\u2014it\u2019s a lifelong journey. 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