SALEM UNIVERSITY ALUMNI COUNCIL
A LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS
By Carolyn Bacon ‘70,
Director of Alumni Relations
It’s hard to believe that another 6 months have gone by since our last newsletter. Our Alumni Council has been very busy with new projects and challenges. We welcomed three new Council members this year (Ed Albert, Kerry Gallagher and Mike Lambiotte). Unfortunately, we had to bid farewell to Mike Dreisbach. However, Mike will continue to be a valuable volunteer.
A record number of alums attended our awards program and homecoming banquet. The replacing of the Salem wall has been completed and the Alumni Honors Hall has been receiving the final touches.
As you all know, the Administration Building was taken down this year. Plans are being made to “preserve our heritage” with an Alumni park including a plaza to honor alums and community members. Plans are underway for alumni, students, staff and community to be more inclusive.
A mentoring program and career advising are short term goals. The Salem Christmas parade will be held on December 15. Students, staff, alumni and community will be participating. Please join us.
A new website will be developed to increase communications.
Please see individual articles on these programs. Once again, I thank the Alumni Council and community chairs as well as all the alums. We couldn’t survive or succeed so well without all of you.
WE ARE ONE SALEM!
MEET OUR ALUMNI COUNCIL
Meet our Salem University Alumni Council - a dedicated group of former students who continue to support and engage with our university community. Comprised of accomplished professionals from various industries, our alumni council plays a vital role in shaping the future of Salem University. They provide mentorship, networking opportunities, and valuable insights to current students, ensuring that the Salem legacy lives on. Join us in celebrating the achievements and contributions of our esteemed alumni council members.
Alumni Council
JOHN PATHEL
Alumni Council President
CAROLYN BACON
Director of Alumni Relations
MARIA KENDALL
Alumni Council Vice President
CYNTHIA BRISSEY
Alumni Council Secretary
JACKIE RITTER
Alumni Council Treasurer
OTHER COUNCIL MEMBERS
Cynthia Brissey
Ed Albert
Kerry Gallagher
Nick Solomon
Jim Gano
Michael Cork
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COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Fred Sias - Salem Community Liaison
Jim Vincent - Past President & Fundraising Committee
Jeff Stanley - Past President, Ex officio/Database and Wall Reconstruction Chair
Pat Haun - Travel and Special Events Chair
Bruce Harder - Veterans Committee Chair
Ed Woodlock - Alumni Homecoming Chair
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Call for new council members
Are you a Salem alumni? Are you interested in making important decisions for the Alumni Association? Can you be present at Salem campus twice a year ( homecoming and graduation) and available for a few other conference calls throughout the year? Can you give us a three year commitment?
The Alumni Council currently has three openings beginning Oct 2024 and will run for a three year term. Alumni Council members pay their own expenses to attend meetings and events.
If interested, please nominate yourself to serve on our Alumni Council. We currently have Council members representing all decades but would especially welcome members from the 2000 - 2024 era.
Please send your bio including name ( maiden name if applicable ), address, phone number, address, email address , graduation year, major, minor, brief career history, and reasons why you are interested in serving on the Council.
Send bio via email to Carolyn Bacon, Director of Alumni Relations, at cbacon96@gmail.com
Please write. “ council nominee” in the subject line.
Council nominations will be distributed and voted upon by the entire Alumni Association
Nominations due by July 15, 2024
Salem Alumni Awards
Do you know a special Salem Alumni who has gone above and beyond for Salem University and the alumni? Please consider nominating them for one of the following awards
The Distingished Alumni Award:
This award is presented to an individual who has made significant contributions to their field of study after graduation.
The candidates must possess the following:
- Hold a degree from Salem College, STU, SIU or SU.
- Higher degree ( masters or Doctorate preferred)
- Have made significant contributions to their field of study
- Reached senior leadership in their field, such as CEO, CFO, President or Vice President.
- Actively involved in professional development in their field, including community leadership, Board of Directors, etc.
- Five years must have elapsed since graduation
The final candidate(s) will be selected by Salem University committee members.
Exemplar of Salem Alumni Award:
This award is provided to individuals who have consistently provided exemplary service to the University and their own community.
The candidate must possess the following:
- Hold a degree from Salem college, STU, SIU or SU.
- Must have demonstrated exemplary service in the following areas: Leadership in the University, Leadership in home community
- Contributed to the goals of the Alumni Association.
The final candidate(s) will be selected by a committee of members of the Alumni Association.
The committees will select no more than two individuals for each award.
Please send nominations to
Maria Kendall
Office of the President
Salem University
223 W. Main Street
Salem WV 26426
Or email to mkendall@salemu.edu
Nominations should include a brief synopsis and summary of candidate’s accomplishments in their field of study with educational background and volunteer experience.
Nominations must be received by July 1, 2024.
Please indicate the specific award for the nomination.
Please make sure the nominee is aware of the nomination and is available to attend homecoming on Oct 4, 5, 2024 to accept the award.
The committees will meet to select the award recipient by August 1, 2024
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