Community, Education, and Well-being: A Dynamic Trio
In a recent conversation with Gretchen Dobson, my frequent co-author and friend, we discussed how to share thoughts on community and education in the context of their importance to well-being…
8 (more) Ideas to Make Homecoming Memorable
Alumni homecoming is usually a day-long happening often centered around an annual sporting event that brings former students back to their alma mater to reconnect, celebrate, and relive memories. Whether…
10 Ideas to Make Homecoming Memorable
Alumni homecoming is usually a day-long happening often centered around an annual sporting event that brings former students back to their alma mater to reconnect, celebrate, and relive memories. Hosting…
8 (More) Creative Alumni Event Ideas
Offering alumni events that appeal to the varied interests of your alumni means balancing traditional events with new types of programs. While you can improve your standard events based on…
10 Creative Alumni Event Ideas
Planning new and different events can help your institution stand out and create memorable experiences for your alumni community. Here are some ideas that might spark a renewed interest for…
Engaging Alumni on Social Media (Part 2)
Engaging alumni means having the alumni themselves take action on behalf of the community. The types of interaction and sharing on social media will continue to evolve with new platforms…
What is essential to build an Online Athletics Alumni Community?
Using online platforms is a powerful and effective way to build and engage an athletics alumni community. Networking is a significant benefit of alumni associations, and it’s especially valuable for…
Engaging Alumni On Social Media (Part 1)
Harnessing the power of social media has become an essential strategy for institutions to maintain a vibrant and connected alumni community. As digital platforms evolve, they will affect how we…
8 (More) Helpful Hacks to Engage ‘Millennial Alumni’
Millennials are connected – to each other. Here are eight more ideas for getting these GOLD alumni to connect and engage with and through your institution: Microlearning Content: Create short,…
8 Ideas for Engaging ‘Senior’ Alumni Athletes
Senior alumni, defined as those in or approaching retirement, are a crucial group to engage because they usually have more time and expertise to bring to their activities. Senior alumni…