UGA® Miracle

Alumni

We would not be here today without the dedication of our passionate alumni during their time with UGA® Miracle. UGA® Miracle was founded in 1995, and we have grown tremendously since then. Our organization has impacted so many college students’ lives, but your involvement does not have to stop upon graduation! We have many ways for our alumni to stay involved! See below for more details!

Stay Involved

Questions? Concerns? Suggestions? Email Helen Arline at alumniandfamily@ugamiracle.org

Alumni Board

The purpose of the Alumni Board is to establish and maintain connections with UGA® Alumni and the Alumni Association. The Alumni Board promotes the advancement and the best interests of UGA® Miracle.  The Alumni Board is an integral part of the Alumni community and UGA® Miracle. Being an integral part, the Board will fully support the mission and goals of UGA® Miracle.

President - Daniella Dicarlo

The President shall preside at all meetings conducted when the Alumni Board meets. The President will also oversee the Alumni Board and all activities pertaining to the Board. The President shall also have the ultimate say in decisions regarding the Board. The President will be the main point of contact between the Board and the Parent and Alumni Co-Chairs. 

Vice President - Tess Abraham

The Vice President shall assist the President and other Board members in engaging Alumni and finding new ways to have more alumni involved.  The Vice President shall assist any other Board member when needed. The Vice President is also responsible for helping the Alumni Outreach Assistant Chair in any tasks needed.

Alumni Association Liaison - Gracie Swan & Anna Claire Acosta

The Alumni Association Liaison shall be the main coordinator between the Alumni Board and the Alumni Association. The Liaison will be in constant contact with Association members when necessary and shall be the main point of contact for any questions or concerns. The Liaison will be fully in charge of membership promotion and overseeing membership growth.

Alumni In-State Engagement Liaison - Abigail Cantly & Meghan Walsh

The Alumni Engagement In State Liaison shall be the main point of contact for alumni who live inside the state of Georgia. The Liaison shall also be in constant contact and develop relationships with such alumni. The main purpose of the Liaison is to host engagement activities to establish a greater network connection between alumni to keep them involved. Such activities are at the discrepancy of the Liaison.

Alumni Out-of-State Liaison - Bailey Beans & Dylan Robinson

The Alumni Engagement Out of State Liaison shall be the main point of contact for alumni outside the state of Georgia. The Liaison shall also be in constant contact and develop relationships with such alumni. The main purpose of the Liaison is to host engagement activities to establish a greater network connection between alumni to keep them involved. Such activities are at the discrepancy of the Liaison.

Fundraising Liaison - Gracyn Sanderlin

The Fundraising Liaison shall oversee fundraising efforts of the UGA® Miracle alumni network. The Liaison will also work with the Parent and Alumni Co-Chairs on creating ways for alumni to fundraise the most successfully and efficiently. The Liaison is the main point of contact for any questions or concerns regarding fundraising and Donor Drive for the year given. The Liaison will also coordinate with the Fundraising Co-Chairs to develop fundraising strategies. The Liaison shall also establish a goal for the alumni for the year if they wish.

Board Members -

Kelly Dwyer, Alexis Tiryakioglu, Pope Arline, Nathan Johnston, Chase Beeby, Laney Smith, Maddie Collins, Madeline Valenzuela, Noah Harris, Nan McMahan, Tom Morneault, Emilie Owens, Katy Lyn Boardman, Madison Seguin, Sally Patterson, Ari Izenson, Molly Hyser, Katherine Grace McMinn, Madison Colonna, Allie Hengler, Ellie Slagle, Hannah Donneson, Elizabeth Kittle, Nick Anderson, Beverly Spinks, Kaitlyn Lauria, Saylor Williams, Emma Ward, Callie Smith, Andy Martin

General Board Members shall participate in our mentorship program with people currently on leadership to develop close connections and networking. The General Board Members also serve as points of contact for UGA® Miracle alumni who graduated during their time. Their duties also consist of helping the In State and Out of State Liaisons set up activities. The General Board Members also serve as a reasoning voice for decisions made by the Board in the given year.