Alumni Engagement Board

The Mission of the Alumni Engagement Board

The Jacksonville State University Alumni Association fosters and strengthens the relationship between Jax State and its alumni and friends, preserves and promotes the university’s traditions, purposes, growth and development, and keeps alive the spirit of affection, respect, and gratitude for our alma mater. The management of the Association relies on input from the Alumni Engagement Board. This board is comprised of alumni and community volunteers and Alumni Engagement staff that are passionate about the institution and help advance the mission of the university. The board is comprised of 9-25 voting members and 3 non-voting staff members which include the Director of Alumni Engagement, the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement, and the Assistant Director of Annual Giving.

Krystle Saulsberry

President, Krystle Saulsbury

Joel Lamp

President-Elect, Joel Lamp

Brittany White

Secretary/Treasurer, Brittany White

Eric McCulley

Vice President of Alumni Engagement, Eric McCulley

Tara Powell

President of Annual Giving, Tara Powell

Committees

The AEB is made up of committees relevant to the goals and objectives set annually by the board.

Awards & Nominations

President + 6 members identify ways to celebrate alumni and community achievements, review submitted materials, and select recipients.

  • Krystle Saulsberry, Chair
  • Shanteia Beavers
  • Leigha Cauthen
  • Jen Jones
  • Joel Lamp
  • Jana Monday
  • Doug Singleton

Network Development

VP of Alumni Engagement + 6 members identify engagement opportunities for Alumni Networks.

  • Enc McCulley, Chair
  • Derrick Bryant
  • Briaunna Buckner
  • Sebastian Mendez
  • Ranger Rumrill
  • Lawrence Sharp
  • Marsha Whisenhunt

Annual Giving

VP of Annual Giving + 6 members identify opportunities where alumni, friends, corporations, foundations, and government entities can enhance the colleges and programs across campus through annual giving.

  • Tara Powell, Chair
  • LaTanya Bayles
  • Chris Betzler
  • Rodney Friery
  • Leigh Read
  • Brenda Tidwell
  • Matt Whitaker