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������Ƶ welcomed four new members to its Board of Trustees at the May 3 board meeting, including Kristi Hanselmann, Amy Kennedy, Timothy J. Lowry and Stephanie Lutz-Koch.

The board also recognized outgoing trustees Andy Dolce, Leo Schoffer and Meg Worthington, and student trustee Liliana Morales.

The new trustees include:

Kristi Hanselmann

Kristi Munro Hanselmann was born and raised in Little Egg Harbor Township, where she and her family own and operate Munro’s Marina Inc. Hanselmann earned a bachelor’s degree in Economics from The College of New Jersey, where she interned at the State Capitol building during her studies, which helped her form a deep passion for public service. A resident of Mullica Township and mother of three, she held positions on the Mullica Township Recreation Association, the Mullica Township Planning Board the Mullica Township School Board of Education, and the Mullica Township Committee, including roles as committee member, deputy mayor and mayor.

Amy Kennedy

As a former educator with more than 10 years’ experience in public schools and a mother of five, Amy Kennedy is an advocate for youth mental health. In addition to her work with The Kennedy Forum, a nonprofit that works to advance sound mental health policies, she is passionate about addressing social determinants of health at the local level to forge a better path forward for all. A respected thought leader and public speaker, Kennedy also sits on several national boards, including Gracent, Effective School Solutions, TCare, and Parity.org, and serves as an advisor to Mental Health America, JED Foundation, Equip and others.

 

Timothy J. Lowry

A partner at DLA Piper, Timothy J. Lowry provides legal and strategic advice to domestic and multinational clients in the gaming, entertainment and hospitality industries. Lowry has represented numerous clients, including Hard Rock Atlantic City, Caesars Entertainment, Las Vegas Sands and Tropicana Entertainment. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from Seton Hall School of Law and a bachelor’s in Political Science from Saint Joseph’s University. He is admitted to the bar in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia.

Stephanie Lutz-Koch

Stephanie Lutz-Koch is a senior manager at Deloitte Consulting, LLP, focusing on Human Services Transformation. She works with state and city governmental administrations, education institutions and health care entities to build innovative solutions that efficiently preserve the human element of service and systems. Previously, Lutz-Koch was the CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City. Under her leadership, the organization received a multimillion dollar grant by the Casino Reinvestment and Development Authority, developed Atlantic City’s STEAM Strategy with Apple, Adobe and Google, and launched a dual-enrollment program at local colleges for first-generation students. She received an MSW from Temple University and a BS in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh.

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������Ƶ Forms Alumni Council on Engagement

������Ƶ announced the creation of the Alumni Council on Engagement, which will work to strengthen relationships with current and future alumni as lifelong partners of ������Ƶ, its mission and traditions.

“We see the council as a key driver to enhancing alumni engagement at ������Ƶ, which is one of the university’s top priorities,” said Sara Faurot, director of Alumni Relations. “And in turn, our hope is that this level of engagement will inspire a tradition of lifelong loyalty.”

The council will work in partnership with University Advancement to build a strong community of alumni through rewarding volunteer opportunities, strategic communications, philanthropic efforts, new initiatives, and a variety of annual events. Members will also make recommendations and support University staff to deliver a meaningful, lasting alumni experience.

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