Member Profile
Jeffrey Patchen
DME’86, with cognates in arts administration and saxophone performance
President and CEO of the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, the world’s largest children’s museum
Lifelong learner, teacher, musician, IUAA member
Why I chose IU
I chose Indiana University for the reputations of the School of Music and the Kelley School
of Business.
Favorite memories of IU
My favorite memories of IU are the wonderful and very special mentor/mentee relationships that evolved with key IU faculty.
Advice to undergraduates
My advice to students is to take advantage of all that IU has to offer you across the arts, humanities, and sciences. Be purposeful and plan to graduate with a broader understanding of the world.
Why the IU Alumni Association is important to me
The IU Alumni Association is an important network of alumni who care about Indiana University.