The purpose of the Alumni Board of Directors is to serve as an advisory board for the Flagler College Alumni Association and the Office of Alumni Engagement. Their mission is to promote the College’s well-being, facilitate alumni engagement, and support professional growth. The Board connects alumni to their alma mater, recognize achievements, encourages support for the institution's programs and future development, and fosters the sense of responsibility among alumni to support the College through private giving.
Apply to Serve on the Alumni Board of Directors
A member of the Flagler College Alumni Board is appointed to hold the position based on demonstrated involvement, support and commitment to Flagler College and the Alumni Association. In accepting the three-year appointment, an individual agrees to fulfill the requirements and meet the responsibilities associated with board membership. These include, but are not limited to:
- Attending, in person, and participating in all scheduled board meetings. These are held two times each year, the third or fourth Friday in September and the Friday of Alumni Weekend in May. These meetings usually require a one or two evening stay in St. Augustine.
- Serving actively on alumni board and Alumni Association committees. Occasionally these committee meetings are held in conjunction with the board meeting but some meetings may be held at other times throughout the year.
- Becoming a representative and spokesperson in your community for Flagler College and the Alumni Association. This task may involve talking with prospective students, meeting with other alumni, communicating with area legislators, assisting in fund raising activities, attending local alumni chapter events, representing the institution in grants, and more.
- Assisting the College and Alumni Association in identifying, cultivating and involving alumni in areas such as student recruitment, job placement, legislative advocacy, chapter leadership, financial support and more.
- Representing the College and Alumni Association at institutional and alumni activities and programs, both locally and on campus whenever possible.
- Being familiar with programs and activities sponsored, organized and coordinated by the Office of Alumni Engagement.
- Serving in an advisory and advocacy capacity on behalf of the Office of Alumni Engagement staff and providing active support of the Alumni Association through resolutions and board advocacy.
- Accepting leadership and participatory roles in College and association programs and activities as needed and working closely with the alumni staff on behalf of College and association objectives.
- Contributing financially to the College. All board members are expected to be annual donors. Giving expectations for board membership are based upon years since graduation and are as follows:
*5 Years or less Young Lion $5 monthly gift
*5-10 Years Young Lion $10 monthly gift
*10 Years or More President’s Society $1,000.00 annually
Flagler Fund gifts provide the greatest budget relief to the College and board members are encouraged to give to this fund. Weekly, monthly, or quarterly gift installments can easily be arranged with the Office of Institutional Advancement.
Apply to become an Alumni Board member
Current Members
- Dr. Mary Beth Albritton ‘01, President
- Eileen Carpenter ‘85
- Dr. Ernie Costello ‘96
- Melissa Dewhurst ’03, Secretary
- Angela DiBenedetto ‘12
- Scott Dickson ‘96
- Guy Garbarino ‘98
- Jacob Harding ‘07, Vice President
- Kawanzasis Henderson ‘10
- Tony Lippi ‘00
- Marisa Meadows ‘97
- James Mernik ‘21
- Jerry Provin '91
- Jordan Ross ‘04
- Hannah Rullo ‘15
- Brendan Schneck ‘08
- Capt. Don Simmons ‘87
- Rachel Sink ‘21
- Nikki Sutton ‘02
- Wayne Thomas ‘05
Contact Us
If you have questions, we are here to help. Email us at alumni@flagler.edu.