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Alumni Board of Directors gather around a plaque outdoors.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Central Michigan University Alumni Association Board of Directors represents the interests of all CMU alumni by providing meaningful opportunities and connections for maintaining involvement with and commitment to Central Michigan University.​

The Alumni Association Board of Directors fills board vacancies by appointment. Interest forms are accepted on a rolling basis. To be eligible for membership, alumni must have a degree from Central Michigan University and must also be or become a Gold Member of the Alumni Association. Members serve a three-year term and may be eligible to serve up to three additional, consecutive terms. The number of vacant seats each year varies based on returning board members and expiring terms.

Meet the CMU Alumni Association Board of Directors 

Catherine Claes '91

Alumni Board Member

Gladstone, MI
Alumni Board member Catherine Claes in a black top with a large beaded necklace and her blonde hair is pulled back into a bun.

City, State:

Gladstone, MI

Major(s):

BS in Education

Minor(s):

Reading, Math, Early Childhood Development

Graduation year(s):

1991

Professional Title:

Education Consultant

Favorite Spot on Campus:

Fabiano Botanical Garden

Please share any personal or professional organizations you are involved in.

I have been a member of the Michigan Education Association, the Association for Positive Behavior Supports, and The Reading League

What advice would you give to current or prospective CMU students?

My advice to current CMU students is to get involved on campus and in campus organizations. There are so many opportunities to be connected with the university and fellow students. Find the opportunities that interest you. Your college experience is what you make it, so make the most of it!