The Western Michigan University Alumni Association Board of Directors continuously works to strengthen the bond between WMU and its alumni, to support and enhance the student experience, and to help shape the future of WMU. This group of dedicated volunteers inspires alumni to deepen their connection to and engagement with Western by attending events, donating their time and talents, and providing regular philanthropic support. Alumni Board Directors may serve up to three, consecutive two-year terms.
Board of Directors
Lauren Baker '05, President
Rochester, MI - Marketing Manager, Michigan Air Products
Jeffrey Winkler '20, Vice President
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI - VP of Wealth Management, Raymond James
Damian Dockery '01
Wheaton, IL - Facilities and Infrastructure Projects Director, Fermilab
Del Shannon Eldridge '06
Richland, MI - President/CEO, Great Lakes Architectural Products Group
Thye Fischman '17
Dexter, MI - Legislative Director, Michigan House of Representatives
Tristan Moss '96
Beverly Hills, MI - Director of Strategic Sales, Stryker Instruments
Tim Nendorf '06
Kalamazoo, MI - Sr. Sales Director, OpenText
Rick Lucas '98
Los Angeles, CA - Snapchat, Sr. Manager Head of US Verticals
Craig Smith '04
Charlotte, NC - Executive Director, Community School of Davidson
Jamishia Smith '02
Laurel, MD - Executive Assistant, Young, Black and Fabulous, LLC
Jennifer Steiner '09
Chicago, IL - Senior Leadership Development Coach, Booth School of Business, University of Chicago
Mitch Zajac '12 '13 '17
Howell, MI - Shareholder, Butzel Long