Julie Knuth is the executive assistant to the president. She serves as assistant secretary and liaison to the Board of Trustees. In addition to her work with the board, she supports the Executive; Governance; and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committees. Knuth also serves as a project manager for Commencement and other events in which the president has a central role. 

She also serves as Manchester University’s Title IX appeals administrator. Knuth joined Manchester in 2011 with nearly 10 years of experience in the nonprofit sector.  

A first-generation college graduate, Knuth earned her bachelor’s degree in nonprofit business management at Manchester in 2001. She learned the importance of mission at Manchester University and is proud to serve her alma mater. 

Knuth serves as a volunteer and has served as a board member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church and volunteer and troop leader for Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana Michiana.