Cathy Engelkes
Deputy Director - Martin Luther King, Jr. University Union

Current Position and Responsibilities

Deputy Director, Martin Luther King, Jr. University Union Maintaining the “living room of the University”.  Oversees staff supervision, building improvements, strategic planning, budgets, Family Weekend and all business operations located in the Union.

Educational Background

Previous Experience in Higher Education: Eastern Illinois University employee since 1977 Martin Luther King, Jr. University Union employee since 1979. Held several positions in the Union advancing with promotions based on increased responsibilities.

Professional Involvement

Association Memberships: Association of College Unions International Illinois Union Directors National Association of College Auxiliary Services National Association of Convenience Stores Professional Leadership Positions: Union Advisory Board, Chair Student Affairs Staff Development Committee

Achievements, Honors, Awards

Renovations of the Martin Luther, King, Jr. University Union including Bookstore, Student Lounge, Panther Pantry, Grand Ballroom, University Ballroom, Alumni Lounge, 1895 Room, Cyber Lounge, Copy Express, maintenance upgrade, and Martin Luther King, Jr. tribute.