ASU Alumni Association - Past Board Chairs and Presidents

The ASU Alumni Association, as a nonprofit organization, has been led by a distinguished line of Board Chairs since its establishment in 1894. These leaders have played a crucial role in guiding the Board of Directors and the National Alumni Council, ensuring that ASU's alumni remain engaged and connected to the university. The past Board Chairs have exemplified exceptional leadership and dedication, serving as advocates for the university and the Alumni Association. This page is dedicated to honoring their legacy, celebrating the contributions of each Board Chair who has helped shape and strengthen the bond between ASU and its alumni over the years.

John R. Sandige headshot

John R. Sandige

1933-1934

President

Garfield A. Goodwin headshot

John R. Sandige

1928-1929

President

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John Thomas

1993-1994

Chairman

John Whiteman headshot

John Whiteman

1991-1992

President

Joseph T. Birchett headshot

Joseph T. Birchett

1899-1900

President

Karl Wochner headshot

Karl Wochner

1979-1980

President

Kathleene Duffy Ybarra headshot

Kathleen Duffy Ybarra

2015-2016

Chair

Keith L. Turley headshot

Keith L. Turley

1966-1967

President

Kenneth Behringer headshot

Kenneth Behringer

2006-2007

Chair

Kenneth MacLennan headshot

Kenneth MacLennan

1936-1937

President

Kim Ruggiero headshot

Kim Ruggiero

1996-1997

Chairman

Kristine Kassel headshot

Kristine Kassel

2021-2022

Chair

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Lawrence Dysart

1941-1942

President

Lee Gray headshot

Lee Gray

1896-1898

President

Maria Hesse headshot

Maria Hesse

2008-2009

Chair

Martin (Marty) L. Shultz headshot

Martin (Marty) L. Shultz

2002-2003

Chairman

Marvin Palmer headshot

Marvin Palmer

1958-1960

President

Mary Boots Hunt headshot

Mary Boots Hunt

1978-1979

President

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Merrill Windsor

1939-1940

President

Merrill Windsor President headshot

Merrill Windsor

1926-1927

President