Eileen J. Thornburg

POSITION: Director of Alumni Relations

CONTACT INFO: thornburg@mlc.edu or  402-941-6056  402-941-6056

MAIN ASSIGNMENTS: Coordinates weekend celebrations of Homecoming, Alumni Days and Lutherfest. Manages Alumni Board of Directors as they represent their fellow alumni.

EDUCATION: B.S. in Education from UNO; Master of Education from Doane College

HOMETOWN: Omaha, Neb.

FAMILY FACTS: Husband, Bob; two sons: Brock, who is pursuing a Master's Degree in Social Work; Parker, MLC2000, who has a MBA; and two adorable grandchildren

HOBBIES: Enjoys reading and water aerobics. Love a bargain! Consignment stores and antique shops

ADVICE FOR STUDENTS: Secure an internship in your major 

Read more about Eileen in this Fremont Tribune profile. 

Sheri J. Wilberding

POSITION: Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

CONTACT INFO: wilberding@mlc.edu or  402-941-6050  402-941-6050

MAIN ASSIGNMENTS: Event planner for activities during Homecoming and Alumni Days. Coordinates programming for Midland Women Organization, senior events; and Floats after Floats community event.

EDUCATION: B.S. in Home Economics and Business from Wayne State College

HOMETOWN: Allen, Neb.

FUN FACTS: My middle name is Joy, which is a requirement for employees in the Alumni Office! I’m a wife and mother of three sons; the youngest is a recent MLC grad. I enjoy getting to know Midland students.

HOBBIES: Walking, golfing, Wii Bowling, playing bridge and decorating our house

ADVICE FOR GRADUATES: Upon getting that first job after graduation, don’t go crazy with the credit cards!