Lehigh University Young Alumni Council member Ellie McGuire is a New York-based Executive Director with CCS Fundraising, a strategic consulting firm that helps nonprofits meet and exceed their development goals. Prior to her current role, Ellie served the Bethlehem Area School District through the Community Fellowship Program, which led to her continuing her service to … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Ellie McGuire ’14 ’15G
“Why I Remain Close to Lehigh” is a collection of feature stories about Lehigh University alumni volunteers and their motivation to stay involved with their alma mater. Young Alumni Council member Juan Palacio Moreno ’16 ’17G smiles with his mother, Adriana Mertens ’16P, at graduation when he earned his Master of Arts degree in political science. When Young … Continue reading Why I Remain Close to Lehigh: Juan Palacio Moreno ’16 ’17G
“Why I Remain Close to Lehigh” is a collection of feature stories about Lehigh University alumni volunteers and their motivation to stay involved with their alma mater. Adam ’11 and Julie ’11 Smiga showing their Mountain Hawk spirit at the 2017 Lehigh-Lafayette football tailgate. Julie (Frehafer) Smiga ’11 knew that, even though she had graduated from Lehigh … Continue reading Why I Remain Close to Lehigh: Julie (Frehafer) Smiga ’11
The Lehigh University Alumni Association Board of Directors, Young Alumni Council, Senior Alumni Council and Deans’ Advisory Councils are just a few of the structured volunteer roles that assist in an advisory capacity. 256 volunteer leaders help Lehigh develop direction and apply their expertise during the tactical implementation of projects to better serve Lehigh alumni. These volunteers, … Continue reading Leaders at Lehigh
Young Alumni Council member and self-proclaimed data nerd Andi Howard-Rein ’11 ’12 (right) graduated from Lehigh with a marketing degree in 2011 and a psychology degree in 2012. Andi recently left her job as product manager at a non-profit to pursue a career in data analysis. When not buried in Excel spreadsheets, Andi enjoys running, … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Andi Howard-Rein ’11 ’12
Young Alumni Council member Bryan Postelnek ’12 ’13G graduated from Lehigh with a degree in bioengineering, minor in theatre, and a masters degree in technical entrepreneurship. Bryan lives in Bloomington, Indiana with his fiancee, Katie, and their dog, Abby. Bryan currently works as a product manager at Angie’s List in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bryan also plays board … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Bryan Postelnek ’12 ’13G
Young Alumni Council member Matt Raborn ’13 ’14G graduated from Lehigh with degrees in industrial engineering and management science & engineering. Currently living in Raleigh, North Carolina, Matt indulges in a variety of experiences including taking in local sporting events, corn hole at local breweries, and engaging with the Research Triangle Community. Matt’s most recent activities … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Matt Raborn ’13 ’14G
Originally from Old Brookville, NY in Long Island, Young Alumni Council member Lynda Asadourian D.D.S ’13 is currently a pediatric dental resident at Children’s National in Washington, D.C.. This past May 2017, Lynda graduated from Columbia University School of Dental Medicine with highest honors and various awards. Why did you decide to attend Lehigh? What … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Lynda Asadourian D.D.S ’13
Kerry Mallett ’15, a recent appointee to the Young Alumni Council, graduated from Lehigh with a B.A. in Journalism and Political Science and is currently a graduate student at Columbia University studying Higher and Postsecondary Education. Kerry also works at Stevens Institute of Technology as a resident director where she oversees resident assistants, plans community-wide … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Kerry Mallett ’15
Executive Young Alumni Council member, Sarah Thomson ’13, graduated from Lehigh with a degree in psychology and is a corporate strategy analyst at Vanguard, where she advises Vanguard senior leadership around some of largest strategic priorities of the company (e.g. market entry, divisional strategy). Sarah lives in Lansdale, PA with her fiancée Michael (getting married 10/14/17), … Continue reading Alumni Spotlight: Sarah Thomson ’13