Alumni Association Board of Governors
for the 2010-2012 Term
This dynamic group works directly with the Office of Alumni Relations on new and exciting programs for alumni. If you are interested in becoming involved as a potential Board member, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (203)773-8502 or email alumni@albertus.edu.
President
Donna L. Sjogren, '00 ND
Members
Diane Campanella '01 ADP
Anne L. Demchak '04 ADP
Margaret Hallinan '03 ADP
Verica Milivojevic '04
Karin Nobile '89 ADP
Jennifer Paskiewicz '06 ADP
Melonie K. Smith-Bland '05
Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations
Carolyn Behan Kraus '86
Alumni Associate
Stefanie Stevens
Meet Your Alumni Association Board of Governors
The Alumni Association Board of Governors is a group of dedicated alumni volunteers who work together to support and further the mission and goals of the College through its Alumni Association. The Board assists the Alumni Office in many ways including event programming and fundraising efforts. Below are brief statements from our Board members on why they choose to serve alma mater.
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Diane Campanella '01
An Albertus education changed my life. As an adult learner with an established
career, I decided to take a few classes for enrichment. A few years later I was
accepting a diploma at commencement and working at a wonderful new career. An
opportunity arose to become a member of the Board of Governors of the Alumni
Association. I jumped at the chance to give back to the College; however, I am
still reaping the benefits of the Albertus Magnus College experience. As a board
member, I derive great satisfaction from working with other alumni and the
College community to further enhance the Albertus tradition.
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Anne Demchak '04
For me, attending Albertus Magnus filled an empty spot in my life. I always
expected to work, and college was a way to achieve more in my career, but
Albertus became more personal to me. The people of Albertus, its faculty and
leaders, fellow students and colleagues are a network more akin to family than
simply acquaintances. The small campus has grown and advanced but the atmosphere
of caring, knowing and validating each person in their own right has never
changed and no one is ever forgotten. I feel I am an ambassador for the College,
sharing my experience there with a heartfelt appreciation for what I have
learned and for the lifelong sense of belonging that has enriched me as a person
and a leader in my chosen profession.
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Maggie Hallinan '03
The faculty and students of Albertus Magnus College provided me with skills and
opportunities which have enabled me to chart my own future. My life today is a
direct result and reflection of my time at Albertus. I give back in order to
allow others to experience the immeasurable benefits which reside within the
community of Albertus.
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Verica Milivojevic '04
Albertus Magnus College is more than just an institution where I received an
education. To me, Albertus is extended family, a place that received me when I
was vulnerable and scared, and nurtured me into a confident and conscientious
woman. I wish for Albertus to provide the same haven to others. That is why I
support its mission by being there as a member of the Alumni Association Board
of Governors.
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Karin A. Nobile '89
For so many years, Albertus Magnus College was my academic home. It's where I
forged important friendships and broadened my mind, as I applied what I learned
to my day-job and career goals. Serving the Alumni Board of Governors has been a
pleasure and a privilege. Whether it's by recruiting new students, chairing the
Alumni Awards Committee, networking with fellow alumni or helping to staff key
academic events, I delight in being able to give back to an institution that
helped set me on a successful and meaningful path.
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Jennifer M. Paskiewicz '06
When I think about my time at Albertus I often smile. Albertus has given me so
much; this was a place where I gained not only knowledge but friendships and
contacts that will last a lifetime. Albertus became a second home and family to
me, and just like family does, Albertus has impacted who I have become which is
something I am truly thankful for. So when I was given the opportunity to give
back by serving on the Board I couldn't help but to take the opportunity. I am
proud and enjoy being a part of what Albertus is today and am hopeful that the
contributions that I make will assist in what the Albertus of tomorrow will be.
I truly believe it is an honor to serve on the Board of Governors.
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Donna Sjogren '00 President, Alumni Association Board of Governors
Fresh out of high school, I was given the opportunity to attend college, the
first person in my family to do so, in part through the generosity of a
college-provided scholarship. Without that invaluable gift, I would never have
earned an undergraduate degree, which ultimately led me to Albertus and a
graduate degree. If it hadn't been for that "someone" who felt a desire to help
me achieve my goals through their financial support of the college, I wouldn't
be where I am today – a longtime member of the Board of Governors, volunteering
my time to ensure that many more students are the beneficiaries of "someone's"
invaluable gift.
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Melonie K. Smith-Bland '05
I love Albertus!!! And that's the main reason I work on the Alumni Association
Board. Due to the lessons I learned and friendships I made at Albertus, I am the
woman I am today. Albertus allowed me to come out of my shell and taught me how
to be a great leader. By being a traditional day resident student I had the
opportunity to build many great relationships that have tremendously impacted my
life in the midst of a supportive community. Now that I have graduated from
Albertus and have obtained my graduate degree I feel it's important for me to
give back to a community that gave me so much. I enjoy planning events for the
College and being able to visit the College regularly to keep up with the
happenings of the school. I'm very excited with the direction Albertus is going
in and I'm proud to be a part of Albertus' continued tradition of excellence!
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