About Us

Over 50,000 degrees have been awarded by Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne since it opened at its current location in 1964. Approximately 75% of those graduates have remained in Indiana to help build a strong workforce and economic base.

We count among our ranks an astronaut, soap opera star, zoo director, police chiefs, television chef, state Supreme Court judge, hockey team owners, and many other unique professionals.

Our power remains with those alumni who stay connected to their Alma Mater. Many of our alumni return as guest lecturers, offer jobs during our career fairs, lobby the state legislature for more university state dollars, review curricula, and serve IPFW with their time, talent, and treasure.

Thank you to the thousands of IPFW graduates who have joined the alumni association. Your dues support alumni programming and scholarships, allowing us to continue to serve you in areas of continuing education and career growth.

Jessica Butler, BA '09
Interim Director of Alumni Relations

The Interim Director of Alumni Relations is responsible for the overall management of the Alumni Relations office and the IPFW Alumni Association. Duties include: planning, implementing and promoting alumni programs that support the university’s strategic plan and goals through the coordination of special events; writing and editing marketing and publications pieces; creating and maintaining social media campaigns and networks; acting as a university representative and spokesperson with various constituent groups; establishing and building relationships with a wide range of constituents including alumni (locally, regionally, and nationally), students, staff, administrators, donors, program/event sponsors, and local media contacts; and overseeing the office and association budgets. Jessica is also the staff adviser for Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT), a student organization which helps bridge the gap between students and alumni.

The Director of Alumni Relations reports to the Chancellor.

Facts about Jessica
Hometown: Auburn, Indiana
Birth Month: May
Favorite Pastime: Performing in local theatre shows, spending time with family and friends, gardening, volunteering, and singing.
Favorite Quotes:
"Whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re probably right.”-Henry Ford
“A fool thinks himself to be wise, but a wise man knows himself to be a fool.” –William Shakespeare
“There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.”-Beverly Sills

Degree:
Bachelor of Arts, Theater and Dance
Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne, Indiana – May 2009

Tina Torres
Secretary of Alumni Relations

The Secretary of Alumni Relations is responsible
for the daily operations of the alumni office by
directing callers/visitors, managing financial records,
assisting with special events and marketing initiatives,
and maintaining databases, board documents, and
department files.

The Secretary reports to the Director of Alumni Relations.


Facts about Tina
Hometown: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Birth Month: May
Favorite Pastime: Live music, supporting the arts, and spending time with my family.
Favorite Quotes:
"The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” -Pablo Picasso


Contact Alumni Relations Secretary: torresk@ipfw.edu or 260.481.6807

IPFW Alumni Association Board of Directors