Margaret Lloyd Trent '65, hard at work in committee.
Committees
Communications and Marketing
This committee focuses on improving and increasing all communication vehicles.
Members: Janet Tressler Davis, David Gault, Annie Gaunt, Jean Weixel Reynolds, Margaret Lloyd Trent
Campus Liaisons: Amy Householder, Lori Green and Jennifer Pearce
Current projects
- Marketing strategies for the Alumni Online Directory, clubs and Alumni Weekend '07
- Partnering with the Otterbein Bookstore
- Recruiting Reunion Committee members
Clubs and Classes Committee
The Clubs and Classes Committee organizes ways to bring alumni together on campus, at regional gatherings, and through alumni clubs and chapters. This group will delegate and empower alumni to form their own groups, using the Alumni Council as the support vehicle. A key objective is to find ways to encourage our younger alumni to stay connected to the college. "Life-long connection" means that we have to be relevant to our alumni at all phases of their lives and careers starting the day they walk across the graduation stage.
This committee also oversees the annual Alumni Awards program and explores other opportunities to recognize alumni, students, faculty and friends.
Members: James Heinisch, Michael Huston, Steven Johnston, Kent Witt, Jane Melhorn Witt
Campus Liaison: Jen Westbrook
Current projects
- Restructuring class agent role and training
- Sponsoring Zero Year Reunion
- Guidelines for club development
Programs and Events Committee
This committee focuses first on assessing current programs such as reunions, homecoming and Cardinal Migration to identify opportunities for improved participation and creative programming. New events will be developed with some specifically designed for younger alumni. The committee also is exploring our international travel opportunities.
. . . to establish a stronger relationship between Otterbein College and the entire network of fellow graduates, families, and friends of the College. As part of this goal, I would like to encourage those in my class to become engaged with the College.
- Eddie Harrell '94
Current projects
- Developing young alumni travel programs
- Reviewing Alumni Weekend '07 program to add Alumni College and cluster years to reunions
- Coordinating Summer Send-Off Picnics in 5 Ohio cities
The group is also establishing relationships with campus liaisons in the areas of orientation, community service, career services and admissions. They are working to increase networking, mentoring and shadowing opportunities. The committee will also be designing ways to associate with new students and parents.
Members: Eddie Harrell, Jane Leiby, Colette Masterson, Marsha Rice Scanlin, Tamara Staley
Campus Liaisons: Meg Barkhymer, Melissa Gilbert, Kate Porubcansky, Mark Moffit