Alumni director

The Southeast Missouri University Foundation is in the midst of its selection process for the next alumni services director.

Former director Shad Burner recently stepped down from the position to become vice president and director of operations for Broadway Esquire Entertainment Group LLC. He will also work as the director of Eustis Art Studios and as a real estate agent with Thomas Meyer Realty Associates.

Burner, who began his role as alumni services director in July 2008 following the retirement of Jane Stacy, helped build on the relationships his predecessor cultivated. He was also instrumental in advancing the university's social media presence, among other initiatives. We appreciate his efforts to connect with alumni and foster good communication with many others.

As the foundation goes forward it will be important to find the right person for this job. The alumni services director in many cases serves as the face of the university. Cultivating relationships with the university's friends, alumni and other stakeholders in Southeast Missouri is vital to Southeast Missouri State and its foundation.

We wish Burner well in his new position and look forward to meeting the next alumni services director.