Bill Heath – historian (’03)

Bill Heath enjoyed CNU so much, he got a full-time job in the University’s Office of University Advancement after graduating with a business degree. “I handle the IT needs, write reports as well as manage the data collected by the office,” said Mr. Heath, manager of Advancement Services.

As historian for the Alumni Board, he keeps track of all the activities of the Society by taking notes, shooting pictures and collecting information about the various activities of the Society.

Like fellow Board members, he is happy to volunteer for the university that affected him so positively. But for Mr. Heath, there’s more to it. He says, “With President Trible at the helm, these are very exciting times for the University, and I want to be a part of his vision and contribute in my own small way to CNU’s growth.”

Mary Kay Conides – treasurer (’83)

Mary Kay Conides is struck by the infectious energy she feels at CNU and looks forward to working with Ashley Boyd, director of Alumni Development, and other members of the Board. She says, “Everyone on the Board is so enthusiastic and bursting with ideas that I can’t help but feel the same.” She admits that “part of the reason why I am volunteering with the Alumni Board is because it lets me relive my college days!”

She came to CNU in 1983 when it was a commuter college. Having transferred from a large university with classrooms of 200 students, she welcomed the intimacy of CNU, where classes were smaller and professors remembered her name.

Now, a certified public accountant with Goodman and Company, she says coming back to CNU has meant renewing friendships and reconnecting with old friends. By working on the Alumni Board and helping increase membership, Ms. Conides hopes she can give others the same chance to reconnect and bond with their pasts.

Tu Ritter – vice president (’89)

Tu Ritter joined the Alumni Board because “seeing all the changes that the college is making, I had to contribute to the process,” he said. “As the years have gone by, I have learned to value my education at CNU, and this is the right time to give back to the college that has shaped my life.”

Mr. Ritter graduated in 1989 with a degree in business administration and currently works as a loan officer for TowneBank Mortgage. He has been with the Alumni Board for just a year but hopes to be a part of it for a long time.

He would love to increase the membership of the Alumni Society drastically and hopes for at least 700 members by 2007. He is also excited about the Alumni House. He says, “This area is rich with Alumni, and with their support, this house will be something that will move CNU to the next level.”

Scott Millar – vice president of Student Support and University Relations (’85)

CNU’s emerging football program drew Scott Millar back to his alma mater. That and the palpable sense of excitement surrounding the University sparked his desire to contribute to its continued growth. Currently the human resources manager at Canon Virginia Inc., this former governmental administration major brings his expertise in employee training and career development to the CNU Alumni board.  He is actively involved in organizing CNU Career Connections, a series of seminars for juniors and seniors that encourages students to network with Alumni and develop skills that can jump-start the transition to their chosen career field.

“My years at CNU put me on the road to a successful career,” Mr. Millar said. “It is now rewarding to give back to the University and assist current students attain their academic and career goals.”

Mr. Millar and his wife, Muriel, (also a CNU graduate) currently reside in Newport News where they look forward to rooting for their favorite sports teams – the Captains!

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