Member Profile
Mike Mann
BS'91, Kelley School of Business
Marketing manager
T.I.S. Inc.
Bloomington, Ind.
Leader, runner, IU fanatic, IUAA life member, president of the Monroe County (Ind.) Chapter of the IUAA
Why I chose IU
I always knew growing up in Indiana that I wanted to go to IU. Then, as it came closer to the time to
choose where I was actually going to go to college, it was a no-brainer for me, given that I wanted to
get a degree in business. Plus, the Hoosiers winning the national championship in 1987 sealed the deal!
Favorite memories of IU
There are so many wonderful memories from my experience at IU — lifelong friendships formed, IU
basketball and football games (including a memorable road trip to Michigan State), living in "Disco
Briscoe," meeting my wonderful wife, Lisa, and learning some wonderful life lessons that helped make me
who I am today.
Advice to undergraduates
Take full advantage of everything this wonderful university provides for you — the IU Auditorium,
Jacobs School of Music, academic services, culture, arts, and much more. Also, take some time to get to
know Bloomington — it is a great city with a lot to offer. Lastly, study hard but make sure you
take time to have some fun.
Why the IU Alumni Association is important to me
I wanted to remain connected to IU after graduation, and the IU Alumni Association did exactly that for me.
As a member of the local Monroe County chapter, I have attended some great events and met a whole new set
of friends. The IUAA allows me, as an active volunteer, to give something back to IU.