ANGOLA, IN - O'Shea Owens, a 2017 graduate of Trine University, has moved to a new role in Trine's Office of University Advancement as director of alumni and parent relations.

Owens, who was very active during his time as a Trine student, has worked in different roles at the university since graduating, serving as director of student activities and later as assistant athletic director of game operations and fan experience.

In his new role, Owens will develop and implement programs and platforms to engage Trine alumni and families of Trine students, including social media and events such as golf outings, regional gatherings and Homecoming and Family Weekend.

"As a proud alumnus of Trine University, I'm excited to have the opportunity to connect with my fellow alumni and work together with the Alumni Board to plan events and initiatives that will both celebrate the memories and friendships we made at Trine and draw us together to support the university," he said.

"Alumni and parents have trusted their future or their children's future to Trine University, and as such play a key role in our continued growth and development," said David J. Fraboni II, vice president for university advancement. "O'Shea has done outstanding work in his previous positions at Trine, and we are thrilled to bring his perspective as a Trine University alumnus to this new role serving these critical constituencies."