Schrage began his tenure with the Division of Advancement in 2015, and formally began his career within the University ecosystem in 1994. His specialties are alumni & volunteer engagement, program development, communications & marketing oversight and fundraising support. Given his nearly 30-year tenure at the University, Schrage is also significantly experienced with overall University operations. Schrage earned his graduate degree in political studies from UIS, and earned his undergraduate degree from MacMurray College.