Alex Schmidt

General Counsel; Director of Alumni & Church Relations
Office of College Advancement

Year Started at Greenville:
2003

Education:
B.A. in English, Business, and Spanish, Greenville College, 1996; J.D. University of Illinois College of Law, 1999

Areas of Responsibility:
Because Greenville College’s alumni best represent and promote the College’s mission, Alex serves to engage the alumni in a way that enhances their relationship with the College. More specifically, Alex seeks to broaden the base of alumni support in the areas of student recruitment, financial giving, special events, church relations and travel programs. Key functions of his position include coordinating and facilitating the Alumni Association Board of Directors, reunion programs, fall homecoming, regional events and other special events on campus. Another important aspect of Alex’s position includes maintaining the College’s relationship with the Free Methodist denomination and its churches, as well as developing new contacts with churches outside of the denomination. Additionally, as In-House Counsel for the College, Alex is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the legal affairs of the College, as well as counseling the College on general legal matters.

Job Related Experience and/or Accomplishments:
During his time as a student at Greenville College, he worked as a student employee in the Alumni Office under directors John Strahl, Susan Chism, and Brian Ellis. After graduating from law school, Alex worked as an attorney for two law firms in Chicago for four years.

Professional Involvement and Publications:
Illinois Bar Association

Email: alex.schmidt
Office Hours: 8:00 to 4:30
Office Phone: (618) 664-6513

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Last updated: October 10, 2003