Washington, D.C. Blue Hen Network
Washington, D.C Blue Hens and friends can connect with each other through events and the Washington, D.C. Blue Hen Network Facebook Group for camaraderie, networking, local advice and recommendations and sharing their mutual love for the University of Delaware.
Join local events, organized by UD Blue Hen ambassadors in your region, that range from happy hours to family-friendly ice cream gatherings and museum tours to cheering on your favorite sports teams at the stadium. Many events are sponsored by the UD Alumni Association (UDAA), which allows them to be offered at discounted rates.
Want to be sure you're receiving email invites to local events? Make sure your contact information is up to date!
In the Washington, D.C. Area? Get Involved & Volunteer
About the Washington, D.C. Blue Hen Network
Washington D.C. Ambassadors
Meet the regional ambassadors who organize events and regularly post to the Facebook page about opportunities and events:
Megan Carey, BE12
Washington, DC
Connect with me on LinkedIn
Fun Fact:
I lived in Dickinson C my freshman year and am still close with floormates to this day!
Brian Engstrom, BE15
Sterling, VA
Fun Fact:
I am a homebrewer for about 6 months, and I am an amateur automotive mechanic ... both in my spare time.
Sherry Fagin, AS05
Justin Fitzwater, AS15
justinfitzwater@gmail.com
Washington, DC
Connect with me on LinkedIn
Fun fact:
Since graduating from UD in 2015, I have lived in 3 different states, Qatar and Germany thanks to my experience and opportunities with the United States Air Force. I met my wife while living abroad and she is a Turkish native.
James Kassiotis, BE22
jkass@udel.edu
Washington, DC
Connect with me on LinkedIn
Favorite UD memories:
White Clay Creek at sunrise, POTUS as our commencement speaker, and sunny days on the Grotto's porch
Megan Koutsandreas, EG20
Arlington, VA
Connect with me on LinkedIn
UD fun fact:
I am a child of Double Dels and am a Double Del myself!
Kirsten Gooden, EHD14
Washington, DC
Connect with me on LinkedIn
Marybeth Lilly, BE18
marybeth.lilly@gmail.com
Washington, DC
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Favorite UD Memory:
Evening trips to UDairy with friends! Peach Green Tea Ice Cream still holds a special place in my heart.
William Olmstead, BE12
Washington, DC
Connect with me on LinkedIn
Fun Fact:
I lived in Dickinson my freshman year.
Regional Blue Hen Ambassador Volunteer Description
Plan events.
Arrange details such as event location, date/time, venues, vendors, speakers, etc. Work as a team to meet deadlines in submitting proposals and funding requests.
Connect online.
Utilize Facebook groups to interact with your community, market events, and encourage Blue Hens to engage with the University of Delaware.
Participate in volunteer meetings.
Attend regular meetings with other ambassadors in your region to brainstorm and plan events. Hear from DAR staff to learn about upcoming programs and initiatives, UD news, and events.
Serve as a point of contact.
Provide your photo, email, or LinkedIn to be featured on the UD Alumni webpage, so alumni in your area can connect with you or ask questions.
DAR staff will provide support in planning and marketing your event.
The University of Delaware Alumni Association (UDAA) funding assistance will be available for select regional events, reviewed on a quarterly basis.
Time is dependent upon the number of events you and your fellow ambassadors plan. We recommend meeting on a monthly basis to discuss events and roles. You may participate as your schedule allows.
Resume building. Gain new experiences and skills while serving as a volunteer.
Network. Connect with Blue Hens alumni, friends, parents, students, and faculty and staff.
Invitations to participate in unique opportunities are offered exclusively to ambassadors.
Fun! You’ll socialize with other Blue Hens while enjoying an array of events!
Resources for Network Ambassadors:
- Use the event request form to request the assistance of the DAR Alumni Engagement team to register attendees and promote your alumni event.
- Submit a Satellite Assistance Program (SAP) form for financial assistance from the Alumni Outreach Committee of the University of Delaware Alumni Association (UDAA).
- Use this projected budget template for planning
Get In Touch:
Leslie Lundgaard, Regional Alumni Programs
302-831-3629
lesliel@udel.edu
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