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Affinity Group Programming
- 1. Affinity Group Programming: The New Millennial Reunions? CASE Student Programs and Young Alumni Conference November 28 & 29, 2006 Denver, Colorado Jeremy Wingerter, Northwestern University Chad Harris, University of Wisconsin–Madison
- 2. What is an affinity group? Individuals who share a common experience as a student Desire to stay in touch after they’ve left campus Organized around a campus student group, a residence hall, a Greek chapter, an extracurricular club or a special interest group.
- 3. Why consider affinity groups? Trends in higher education Recognize the diversity and interests of alumni Create unique student/alumni interactions Transcend class years Collaboration with campus partners Channel to engage students Value in expanding the alumni profile
- 4. Types and Purpose Alumni Societies Clubs/Student Organizations Campus Traditions Diversity and Multicultural
- 5. Structure Similar to a geographic club Consider some minimum standards before chartering Number of identifiable alumni Primary contact/leadership Developed goals/mission Commitment to meet annual expectations/requirements
- 6. Types of Programming Student/Alumni Connections Career-Focused Networking Scholarship Programs Reunion Events Mentoring Relationships New Student Welcome Events Senior Send-Offs Communications (Web, E-News, Newsletters, etc.)
- 7. Lessons Learned Geographic Challenges Data Management Staff Time Considerations Competition With Other Alumni Events Continuity and Sustainability Management of Volunteers
- 8. Open Discussion What’s happening on your campuses? Challenges you’ve faced? Hurdles to manage? Success stories? Model structure, organization and guidelines?
- 9. Contact Information Jeremy Wingerter Assistant Director, Young Alumni Northwestern Alumni Association Northwestern University j-wingerter@northwestern.edu (847) 467-4324 Chad Harris Director of Campus Relations Wisconsin Alumni Association University of Wisconsin–Madison [email_address] 608-347-2332