Online and In-person: A blended approach to alumni engagement
Both online and in-person modes of engagement have benefits and can be effective depending on your goals, resources, and the preferences of your alumni community. When possible, it is a…
Challenges and Opportunities for Alumni Athlete Engagement
Building Connections Beyond the Field Alumni athlete engagement has immense potential for educational institutions, sports organizations, and athletes themselves. It offers opportunities for mentorship, networking, fundraising, and continued support, both…
How Alumni Athletes Can Support the University
Athletics alumni can and do support their university in various ways, contributing to the success and growth of the athletics program and the institution as a whole. Here are some…
How to build an Athletics Alumni Community
Building an athletics alumni community requires deliberate efforts and strategies to engage former student-athletes and create a sense of connection and pride in their alma mater. Typically the effort would…
The importance of an Athletics Alumni Community
The athletics alumni community holds significant importance for universities and colleges because it builds on strong ties from the student experience as well as a point of pride for the…
The Power of an Alumni Portal (vs Social Media Groups)
Communications by the institution and among the alumni are critical to the alumni relations effort. Social media is a quick and frequent way to communicate to alumni and among alumni.…
Getting Inspiration from the biggest University Athletics Communities
Good ideas and inspiration often come from looking at the best or most successful in their pursuit which is true in university athletics. As a player, as a coach, as…
10 Reasons To Go Digital With Your Communications
While physical mail used to be a common and effective communication method, its effectiveness in alumni relations has diminished. Here are 10 reasons to go digital with your communications because…
Challenges and Opportunities for Alumni Engagement
An alum’s engagement and volunteering can experience fluctuations for a variety of reasons. Recognizing and addressing these factors offers the institution a chance to rejuvenate and enhance alumni involvement, especially…
14 Ways to Connect with Your Alumni
Connecting with alumni requires a diverse set of communication channels to reach different segments of your alumni community. Here are some communication channels you can use to keep your alumni…