ISE Alumni & Advisory Board
The ISE Alumni & Advisory Board is a network of engaged alumni leaders who support the department by strengthening industry connections, enhancing student experiences and advancing alumni engagement. Board members serve as ambassadors for ISE and help strengthen connections between alumni, students, industry and the department.
Board Priorities
Strengthen Connections
Build impactful relationships among students, alumni, faculty, industry and the department.
Provide Strategic Guidance
Advise department leadership on strategic priorities and emerging industry trends.
Support Student Success
Advance career readiness through mentoring, networking and professional development opportunities.
Expand Alumni Engagement
Increase alumni participation, visibility, volunteerism and philanthropic support for ISE.
Board Committees
Executive
Other
Alumni Outreach
Chair: Deborah Mrazek
Strengthens alumni connections through events, communication and engagement strategies.
Career Enablement
Chair: Jason Lee
Focuses on student career preparation, mentoring and industry engagement opportunities.
Board Support
Chair: Ryan Schermerhorn
Enhances board effectiveness, structure and member engagement.
Meet the board
Ways to Stay Connected
Attend and/or host alumni events
Mentor students and share career insights
Participate in programs like Engineer in Residence
Recruit and connect with ISE students
Support student programs and experiential learning opportunities
Connect with the ISE Alumni & Advisory Board
Contact
For questions related to board activities, alumni engagement, mentoring opportunities, or ways to connect with ISE, please contact:
JULIE MURPHY
Associate Director for Alumni, Corporate & Student Relations
1270-E Digital Computer Lab
1304 W. Springfield Ave.
Urbana, IL 61801
jdg5@illinois.edu
(217) 244-0095