Alumni Engagement
John Dodge House
507 Golf View Lane
Rochester,
MI
48309-4488
(location map)
(248) 364-6130
ouaa@mxappagd.com
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OUAA Board of Directors
The Oakland University Alumni Association (OUAA) Board of Directors exists to enrich and engage the lives of alumni, students and friends to promote and advance Oakland University. This volunteer advisory board helps shape the future of alumni engagement at OU and strives to be representative of the entire Oakland alumni population. The board provides counsel and advice to the Office of Alumni Engagement and the University Advancement division, as well as the President and other members of university leadership.
Chair
Judy Hegelund, SBA 1995
Managing Director, Deloitte Services LP
Vice Chair
Nicholas Kristock, SBA 2014, 2013
Founder, Fleece and Thank You
Immediate Past Chair
Mark Guthrie, SBA 1991, SECS 1986
Information Technology Executive
Secretary
Rob Ray, SBA 2005
Senior Wealth Strategy Associate, UBS Financial Services Inc.
Treasurer
Napoleon Harrington, SEHS 2004, 2002
Founder and Therapist, Ambassador Counseling and Resource Group
Humam Alwan, SECS 2020, 2019
Global Quality Management Software XS and Electrical Engineering
Stellantis
Holly Franson, SON 2009
CRNA, Department Lead and Clinical Site and Educational Coordinator
John D. Dingell VA Medical Center
Brett Geschke, CAS 2010
Attorney
SmithAmundsen LLC
Renique Kersh, CAS 1999
Vice President for Student Affairs and Professor of Practice in Public Health
Simmons University
Mike Lerchenfeldt, SEHS 2008
Teacher
Iroquois Middle School
Lynne Lombard, SHS 1984
Physical Therapy Director
Great Lakes Orthopaedic Center
Tara Michener, SEHS 2012
Therapist
Michener Associates
Judy Pritchett, SEHS 2002, 1997, 1994, CAS 1988
Chief Academic Officer (retired)
Macomb Intermediate School District
Tim Shanahan, SEHS 1974 and CAS 1972
Professor Emeritus
University of Illinois at Chicago
Scott Shermetaro, SECS 2015
Technology & IP Transactions Associate
Kirkland & Ellis
Beth Talbert, Honorary Member
Faculty and Chief Adviser, Communication Program
Oakland University
Chris Van Dan Elzen, SECS 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994
Executive Vice President, Radar Product Area
Veoneer
Kaniqua Welch, CAS 2004
Communications Officer
The Kresge Foundation
Emeriti Board Members
Beth Benson, SBA 1981
Manager, VP Office-Service Operations (retired)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Joseph Gardella, Jr, CAS 1977
John and Frances Larkin Professor of Chemistry
University at Buffalo, SUNY
Julie Granthen, SBA 1987, CAS 1981
Economics Lecturer, Oakland University
Years served | Name and Class Year(s) |
2020-2022 | Mark Guthrie, SBA 1991, SECS 1986 |
2018-2020 | Bryan Barnett, SBA 1998 |
2016-2018 | Beth Benson, SBA 1981 |
2014-2016 | Anthony Thornton, CAS 1976 |
2012-2014 | John Hruska, SBA 1989, BGS 1986 |
2010-2012 | Lynn Gross, SBA 1987 |
2008-2010 | Greggory Garrett, SECS 1997 |
2006-2008 | John Ganfield, SBA 1981 |
2004-2006 | Leo Bowman, CAS 1976 |
2001-2004 | Susan Evans, CAS 1987 |
1996-2001 | Marianne Fey, CAS 1980 |
1994-1996 | John Flick, SECS 1981,1977 |
1993-1994 | Colleen Ochoa Peters, CAS 1987 |
1992-1993 | Marjorie Neubacher, SEHS 1980 |
1991-1992 | Harrison E. Miller, Jr., CAS 1988, SEHS 1973 |
1990-1991 | Greg J. Demanski, SBA 1963 |
1988-1990 | Marty Sabo, SECS 1978 |
1986-1988 | Gerald B. Alt, CAS 1976 |
1985-1986 | Richard J. Wlodyga, SBA 1981 |
1984-1985 | Gary Marchenia, SBA 1972 |
1983-1984 | Barry M. Klein, CAS 1968 |
1981-1983 | John F. Mills, CAS 1972 |
1979-1980 | Ann D. Arner, SBA 1975 |
1978-1979 | Alan L. Mann, CAS 1970 |
1977-1978 | Robert A. White, SECS 1972, 1970 |
1975-1977 | Jeannine Daly, SEHS 1976, 1968 |
1973-1974 | Mary L. Wermuth, SEHS 1981, 1965 CAS 1969 |
1972-1973 | Leon Mellen, SECS 1967 |
1972 | Phillip G. Williams, SBA 1982, SECS 1964 |
ELEVATE: The Board will prioritize its role in enhancing the reputation of OU, thereby increasing impact and visibility of the board.
- We will actively and visibly represent the OUAA and Oakland University through our advocacy and participation.
- We will champion student recruitment and retention efforts.
- We will promote major university functions.
- We will prioritize information collection and share information with others.
ENGAGE: The Board will prioritize its role in fostering a sense of pride in OU by engaging current and future alumni, faculty, staff and university administration.
- We will lead by example to advocate for alumni participation in university activities.
- We will be actively involved with programs and initiatives in our “academic units” (schools and colleges) and other organizations and departments (e.g., Greek organizations, career services and athletics).
- We will expand our influence beyond Metro Detroit.
EMPOWER: The Board will prioritize its role in providing support for students, creating opportunities for networking and connecting with current and future alumni.
- We will promote and participate in initiatives which provide opportunities for interaction with students, recent grads, and other alumni.
- We will support philanthropic and revenue-generating efforts that impact the student experience.
EVOLVE: The Board will be forward thinking, innovative and dynamic, ensuring that the work of the Board evolves as the institution and world around us evolves.
- We will annually review and reaffirm our strategic initiatives, adjusting where appropriate.
- We will prioritize appreciation and celebration of OU’s history, while also blending past tradition with future progress.
- We will prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion.