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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 

Abby Watteny 2002

Alumni Board Member

Berkley, MI
This is a headshot of Abby Watteny wearing a dark top.

Major: 
Communications

Professional Title: 
Talent Manager, Enterprise Holdings - Michigan

Favorite spot on Campus: 
I loved the SAC and the Library because it was brand new my Senior year

Favorite CMU Memory: 
Greek Week was my favorite time of year, every year! 

Please list any CMU Alumni affiliate groups, chapters, etc., that you are or have been involved with. 
Sigma Kappa Sorority and Communication Association on campus.

Please share any personal or professional organizations you are involved in. 
United Way - Southeastern Michigan Cabinet, Metro Detroit’s 101 Best and Brightest Board of Advisors, Olivet College Women’s Leadership Institute Advisory Council, Michigan Career Educator and Employer Alliance (MCEEA) and Association for Talent Development (ATD)

What advice would you give to current or prospective CMU students? 
Get involved!  Go to sporting events. Join a club or organization, professional and/or social.  Central Michigan has so much to offer.  There is a place for everyone and that is what makes CMU so special!