Texas Tech University

TCVPA Alumni Engagement Committe

Building lifelong connections across the TCVPA community. 

 

TCVPA Alumni Engagement Committee group photo

The TCVPA Alumni Engagement Committee brings together representatives from across the college to strengthen alumni relationships, create meaningful opportunities for connection, and build a stronger TCVPA alumni community. 
 
Together, we're creating stronger connections between students, alumni, faculty, and the college. From a student's first days at Texas Tech through a lifetime as a Red Raider.

Impact by the Numbers: Building connections across the TCVPA Community. An infographic highlights four alumni engagement metrics: 189 student-to-alumni forms collected; 213+ alumni engaged at educator events; 68 career opportunities shared; and 500+ alumni in the community on Instagram.

2025-2026 Alumni Engagement Highlights 

BUILDING CONNECTIONS FROM STUDENT TO ALUMNI 

Alumni engagement doesn’t begin after graduation. We’re creating intentional opportunities for students to connect, explore career pathways, celebrate milestones, and remain part of the TCVPA community for life. 

Building Connections Across the TCVPA Community. A four-step infographic shows the progression from student to graduate to new alumni to alumni. Student: ‘Connect & Belong’ by engaging in experiences, building relationships, and discovering a path. Graduate: ‘Celebrate & Launch’ by celebrating achievements and stepping into the next chapter with support. New Alumni: ‘Stay Connected’ by staying informed, growing a network, and participating in alumni opportunities. Alumni: ‘Stay Involved’ by mentoring students, sharing opportunities, and giving back. Arrows and icons visually connect each stage.

MEET THE ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE 

Our committee includes representatives from across the college bringing diverse perspectives from Art, Music, Theatre, Dance, Interdisciplinary Arts, and the Dean’s Office. 

 

Kristi Mangiapane

Kristi Mangiapane

TCVPA Dean’s Office

Chair

Heather Beltz

Heather Beltz

School of Music

Mark Charney

Mark Charney

School of Theatre & Dance

Karina Dozal

Karina Dozal

School of Music

Patricia Earl

Patricia Earl

School of Art

Tonja Hagy-Valdine

Tonja Hagy-Valdine

School of Art

Rachel Kiwior

Rachel Kiwior

TCVPA Dean’s Office

Peter Martens

Peter Martens

department of Interdisciplinary Arts

Cory Norman

Cory Norman

School of Theatre & Dance

Kyla Olson

Kyla Olson

School of Theatre & Dance

Hannah Porter

Hannah Porter

School of Music

 

GET INVOLVED

There are many ways to contribute to the continued growth of TTUArtsAlumni. Whether you’re interested in sharing your perspective, supporting students, or helping shape future initiatives, we’d love to hear from you.

Have an idea or want to connect directly? We welcome your thoughts.

Kristi Mangiapane

Questions?

Contact Outreach & Academic Awards

Kristi Mangiapane
Lead Administrator Outreach & Academic Awards