Van Andel Millennial Board

A Vital Campus Connection and Millennial Perspective

An endowed gift from the David and Carol Van Andel Foundation funded the creation of the Van Andel Millennial Board. This 14-member student board consists of one student from each MCF school and was created to engage students and their respective colleges and universities in MCF’s work.

By serving as a vital campus link to MCF’s efforts, the Millennial Board helps MCF develop and implement its strategies to attract and retain students in Michigan and to position MCF institutions in the transformation of the state’s economic climate.

The 2011-2012 Van Andel Millennial Board

Megan Vandekerkhove Adrian College
Casey Hoffman Albion College
Samantha LaChance Alma College
Matthew Master Andrews College
Ashley Werner Aquinas College
Matt Cambridge Calvin College
Anthony Manno Hillsdale College 
Courtney Dernberger Hope College
Ashley Fraley Hope College
Leonidas Caldwell Kalamazoo College
Sarah Plewa Madonna University
Britney Nichols Marygrove College
Nicole Lamrouex Olivet College
Lauren Jagger Siena Heights University
Bethany Albert Spring Arbor University

 

Actively Engaging Our Students

The Millennial Board’s specific objectives are to:

  • Educate fellow students on the advantages of living and working in Michigan, via social media strategies, speaker events and campus fairs.
  • Create awareness and excitement about the Partnership for Michigan plan and project work on our 14 campuses. This includes hosting the annual Millennial Conference, which highlights the results of Partnership for Michigan activities occurring throughout the state.
  • Participate in the development of a collective branding campaign for MCF’s 14 colleges and universities, to provide a student perspective.
  • Serve as MCF student ambassadors and participate in MCF regional campaign kickoffs, marketing efforts and other donor events.
Casey Hoffman, Chair of the Van Andel Millennial Board speaks at a Grand Rapids event.