Alumni Association Board of Directors

The Alumni Board of Directors at Texas Lutheran University (TLU) embodies the spirit and dedication of its vibrant community, serving as a crucial link between the university's past and future. The board is composed of distinguished Texas Lutheran graduates from a variety of disciplines, industries, and generations. This board embodies our institutional mission in developing ethical leaders and ensures the values of education, community, and faith are upheld and celebrated. 
 

Alumni Board members are crucial resource to the institution and its successes. Their work is about keeping the Bulldog family engaged, and keeping the pride of Texas Lutheran alumni alive and well. The board serves as a key component to several alumni initiatives including traditional events like Homecoming, regional mixers, volunteer activities, and professional development events. 

No dues are required, but you must be a graduate of Texas Lutheran to be eligible to serve. 
 

Should you have any questions regarding the nomination application or process, please reach out to Gaby Alvarado, Director of Alumni Relations at galvarado@tlu.edu or 830-243-1712. 
 

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Mission

To inspire and engage alumni while promoting lifelong connections among alumni and friends in support of the university’s mission.
 

Benefits

• TLU Bookstore Discount
• TLU Bulldogs Athletics home game ticket discount
• TLU Dramatic Media production ticket discount
• Free check-out privileges at Blumberg Memorial Library
• Discount for family and individual membership at Mabee Aquatics Center

2025 - 2026 TLU Alumni Association Board of Directors

Executive Committee

• President, Dr. Elise Gray '21
• President-Elect, Joshua Lozano '10
• Philanthropy Advisor, Dr. Tracy Demchuk '85
• Secretary, Amaris Diaz '20, JD
• Alumni Awards Subcommittee Chair, Travis Turner 10
• Special Projects Subcommittee Chair, Alexis “Max” Soto '19
• Career Development Subcommittee Chair, Zach Ojeda '14
• Homecoming Subcommittee Chair, Eddie Villarreal '23

Members

• Melissa “Misha” Cruz '21
• Jordan (Fucilla) Davis '11
• Gizelle Gutierrez '24
• Pablo Colon-Hernandez '22
• Emily “Moo” Holstein '25
• Nicholas Janysek '04
• Kelly (Shoulders) Koenning '93
• Ian Leslie '19
• Albert Lopez '20
• Courtney Luebben '96
• Cody Mazzurana '24
• Erblin Ribari '13
• Natalie (Behnke) Shumpes '21
• Chris Siniff, Jr. '09
• Dr. Laura Townsend '07
• Thomas Von Buettner '20
• Dehlia (Strong) Wallis '98

Ex Officio Members

• Kevin Boyle '12, Past President
• Austin Manning '11, Past President
• Andrew Traeger '07, Past President 
• Justin Friedman, Student Government Association President