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Objective

The Board leads ILRAA efforts to reconnect with, learn from, inspire and serve ILRies on campus, in their cities and around the world.  Committed Board volunteers oversee an exciting mix of programming and events, including: 

  • Social Events - Meet old and new friends at fun local events 
  • Professional Development & Networking – Build your network as you upskill with established and emerging leaders in the field; meet, advise and learn from current ILR students and recent graduates through student/alumni programs and mentoring opportunities  
  • Academic Exploration – Learn the latest on trending topics from ILR faculty and experts
  • Service Projects – Give back with other ILRies

#FromIvesWeRiseAndServe

Responsibilities

  • Be knowledgeable and conversant about ILR. Stay informed about current programs, initiatives and priorities. (Admissions, academics, development, outreach, etc.)
  • Support ILR events with your attendance. Get involved with your local chapter, aiding your Chapter Chair(s) as you can.
  • Encourage Alumni Association membership and event attendance on the part of others with your commitment, enthusiasm, energy and new ideas.
  • Assist with ILR Alumni Association leadership by planning events and through service on special committees.
  • Attend ILR's awards dinners, Groat/Alpern, etc. 

Time Commitment

  • Regular terms are for three years.
  • Three 2-3 hour board meetings each year (9 hours per year, max)
  • Event attendance (in-person and/or virtual) with varied time commitment based on personal preference and interest, e.g., a few hours to planning and execution of event
  • Annual Groat & Alpern Awards, 3 hours every March/April 

Staffing

Staff support for the ILR Alumni Association is provided by Amanda DeLee, ILR Alumni Affairs, located at 309 Ives Hall on Campus.

Board of Directors 2022-23

Executive Committee

President Nicole Mormilo ’12   
Vice President Bruce L. Cohen ’82   
Vice President David Matthews ’87   
Vice President-Secretary Lauren Klein ’88   
Vice President-Treasurer Melissa Yee Gradie ’10  
Dean's Designated Representative Jennifer Dean  
Immediate Past Presidents (See below *)  

Terms Expire 2024

(18-) Caroline Magee ’95  
(18-) Robert Molofsky ’72  
(17-) Susan Panepento ’85  
(22-) Wendy LaManque ’10  
(22-) Howard Greenstein ’88  
(22-) Samantha Falchook ’18  
(22-) Samantha Padilla ’12  
(22-) Emily Drucker ’92  
(22-) Angela Lu ’13  
(22-) Lisa Daniels ’88, JD ’91  

Terms Expire 2025

(22-) Daniel Schudroff ’05  
(22-) Angela Cheng-Cimini ’92  
(19-) Richard Edelman ’75  
(22-) Eric Wenger ’90  
(22-) Erika Ozer ’94  
(22-) Susan Youngblood MILR ’92  
(22-) Preston Pugh ’94  
(22-) Dawn Cornell ’16  
(19-) Susan Castle ’06  
(22-) Leslie Jones ’93  

Terms Expire 2026

(20-) Lisa Stern ’81  
(20-) Andrew Crook MILR ’15  
(23-) Peggy Maloney Lyons ’90  
(23-) Jessica Chod ’05  
(23-) Josh Fox ’06  
(23-) Jason Berk ’93  
(23-) Shaun McCready ’04  
(23-) Matthew Altebrando ’15  
(23-) Lance Bowling ’91  
(23-) Stella Linardi ’22  

Chapters Chairs & Affinity Groups

Find the Chapter Chair in your area or connect with our Affinity Groups to get more involved!

Automatic Members According to Association By-Laws

  • Chair, Advisory Council
    Joanne Jensen ’84
  • Immediate Past Presidents *
  • Jordan Berman ’95
  • Joe Cartafalsa ’89