SVSU Alumni Association

Shout out to all the alumni who submitted a class note in May!

Congratulations to:
🌟Sterling Johnson for starting a new role as Head Basketball Coach at Tiffin University
🌟Edward Owusu for graduating in May and starting his new career
🌟Airiana Hamilton for graduating with her Master's of Social Work, where she was named a CEW+ and Phi Kappa Phi Scholar
🌟Jay Smith for starting a new role as Director of Men's Basketball Player Development at Louisiana State University
🌟Kevin Mays for his bestselling book Lead Yourself First
🌟Nicole Brabant for receiving the Sanilac County Children's Champion Award
🌟Matt Erickson for his new role as the Dean of Students at Red Mountain High
🌟Cassidy Key for her role as a school social worker
🌟Lisa VanEver for being named as a 2026 Top Women Leaders in Technology

If you want to submit a class note, you can do so at https://forms.office.com/r/jPnjzYPnVi

Registration is officially open for the 2026 Cardinal Legacy Golf Outing! Join fellow Cardinals on August 3 for a 10 A.M. tee off at beautiful Apple Mountain in Freeland, MI. All proceeds support SVSU Legacy students, helping the next generation become Cardinals!

Registration includes:
⛳ 18 holes of golf with a cart
⛳ Complimentary lunch
⛳ Prize opportunities
⛳ Awards reception

Whether you are a returning golfer or new to the event, we cannot wait to see you on the green on August 3!

Register at https://shorturl.at/NZNxg

Kevin Finley ('17) received his Bachelor's of Professional Accountancy and is now a Hydrocarbons & Energy Cost Team Leader at Dow.

While on campus, Kevin was a Roberts Fellow, Chapter President, and VP of Finance for SVSU Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity, VP of Finance for the Organization of Black Unity, and VP of Administration for the National Residence Hall Honorary SVSU Chapter. Kevin also worked as an RA and in the Institutional Research office at SVSU, as well as completing an accounting internship at Dow.

Kevin worked with the SVSU Career Services office while on campus, which helped connect him with resources and opportunities to pursue internships and, now, his career.

Join your fellow alumni at Whiting Forest in Midland, MI, for an SVSU yoga class on June 26 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.! 🧘‍♀️

Unroll your mat and reconnect with fellow Saginaw Valley State University alumni at one of Michigan's most breathtaking outdoor settings! Join us at Whiting Forest in Midland for a relaxing yoga session led by SVSU alum and certified group fitness instructor, Caitlyn Schoenmeyer ('25). Whether you're a seasoned yogi or brand new to the practice, this class is designed for all skill levels. Soak in the natural beauty of Whiting Forest as you breathe, stretch, and reconnect with nature and with your SVSU community.

Space is limited to 30 seats, so register early to secure your spot. Alumni are welcome to bring one non-alumni guest along for the fun!

Register now at https://shorturl.at/L1aFZ

Have a grateful Memorial Day

Jon Born (' 21, ‘24) received his Bachelor's of Professional Accountancy and Master's in Business Administration and is now an Accounting Specialist at Dow. Jon's journey is a great example of what it means to be a Career-Ready Cardinal.

While on campus, Jon was an intern in Consumer Solutions Business Finance at Dow and was a part of the College Co-Op program in Corporate and External Reporting.

Jon worked with the SVSU Career Services office while on campus, which helped connect him to resources and opportunities to pursue internships and, now, his career.

Happy National Museum Day!

Today, we are spotlighting one of the gems on SVSU's campus, the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum. Opened in 1988, the museum features over 200 works by Fredericks, whose sculptures you'll find across SVSU's campus, including the Leaping Gazelle fountain in the President's Courtyard.

Over its 38 years, the museum has hosted traveling exhibits, classes, camps, and events that have brought art to the entire Saginaw Valley community.

If you haven't been back recently, it's worth a visit to see the sculptures all over campus.

Nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award are open! Nominate an SVSU alum whose personal and professional achievements have positively affected their community and strongly reflect the values of Saginaw Valley State University.

The 7 awards are:
✨College of Arts & Behavioral Science Alumni
✨Scott Carmona College of Business Alumni
✨College of Education Alumni
✨College of Health & Human Services Alumni
✨College of Science, Engineering & Technology Alumni
✨GOLD (Graduate of the Last Decade) Alumni
✨Veteran Alumni

Nominate an alumnus at https://forms.office.com/r/7WR1LnUtts
Learn more about the Distinguished Alumni Awards at https://lnkd.in/g26R3zjv

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon at Comerica Park during SVSU Day at the Detroit Tigers! Tickets start at just $45, and when you purchase through our exclusive link, you’ll score a FREE co-branded Detroit Tigers and SVSU shirt — the perfect way to show off your Cardinal pride!

Bring your family, rally your friends, and spend a classic summer day cheering on the Tigers alongside your fellow SVSU alumni. We can’t wait to see you there!

You don't even need to worry about driving! Wildfire Credit Union is sponsoring 4 buses for you to hop on from SVSU and enjoy a hassle-free ride to and from the game.

Get your tickets at https://www.gofevo.com/event/SVSU26
Reserve your bus seats at https://shorturl.at/1UL0N