Provide meaningful opportunities for alumni worldwide to engage and connect with Bryant through participation, volunteerism and philanthropy
Maximize effective networking opportunities for all constituents
Implement consistent communications at each touchpoint Develop value added programs (panels, speakers) to reach all demographics Provide options for alumni to connect post-event
Expand professional development programs and services
Offer an annual series of Webinars to serve alumni at different career and life stages Explore industry-specific alumni events Identify and promote lifelong learning opportunities for alumni
Expand volunteer and leadership opportunities
Increase number of alumni serving as classroom judges and speakers Promote mentoring programs through AlumniFire Establish an alumni ambassadors program to drive Bryant in a Box and other regional alumni programs. Improve methods to identify, mobilize and train new leaders to expand Bryant in a box program
Deliver news and information via channels that meet the needs of current and future audiences and resources
Continue to expand use of social media and explore new channels Recruit and provide content to social media ambassadors Ensure that Alumni website is regularly updated and includes information of value to graduates Encourage alumni to provide email and cell (optional) to streamline communications
Sustain an active Reunion Program
Improve Class Steering Committee recruitment and expectations Identify and host Greek and affinity reunions in conjunction with Class Reunions each year
Maximize Alumni Participation in Annual Giving
Partner with development to steward and cultivate prospects Increase percentage of alumni who attend events and make a gift each year Train staff on the use of mobile payment systems
Measure our impact and success
Continue to measure outcomes and progress using our points of alumni engagement model Develop annual SMART goals in each area to show progress and impact
Encourage purposeful student relationships and engagement that generate career launching connections and build lifelong commitment to the University
Cultivate current students to become future active Alumni Ambassadors for the Bryant community through volunteerism and philanthropy
Strengthen the current SAA philanthropy structure Meet with key student organizations to understand needs and make alumni connections Improve documentation of student club and organization participation Ensure broad involvement in Bryant’s Giving Days Involve students in alumni communications and events
Increase opportunities where alumni and parents positively impact student’s career and professional growth
Survey faculty for alumni and parent speakers past, present and future needs Recruit alumnae mentors for Bryant’s women students Assist in the recruitment of alumni and parent volunteers for the Shadow Program
Partner with University departments and programs that shape the student experience
Coordinate alumni/student networking events off campus in cooperation with faculty to highlight career and industry opportunities
Create and sustain a culture of campus pride and traditions
Partner with Athletics to increase student attendance at athletic events Strengthen connections with campus and alumni Greek life organizations Research and document Bryant traditions and re-introduce them to students Encourage greater alumni and parent participation in Convocation and other student milestones
Measure our impact and success
Continue to measure outcomes and progress using our points of alumni engagement model Develop annual SMART goals in each area to show progress and impact
Develop and sustain strategic campus partnerships through improved collaboration across the University
Enhance student career development and exploration through a variety of platforms in partnership with the Amica Center
Continue to grow and promote active participation on AlumniFire Improve website information related to career resources for alumni Partner to coordinate and expand regional career exploration programs
Partner with faculty, alumni and parents to enrich academic programs
Recruit alumni and parents to serve as judges/mentors for academic programs and competitions Host academic- or industry-focused off campus events for alumni and students Share alumni success stories through posters, the Archway, and campus panels
Collaborate with Development and Admission to expand alumni and parent networks worldwide
Recruit Alumni Ambassadors in key international locations that correspond with enrollment efforts Partner with International parents and students to make connections prior to graduation Strengthen working relationship with key campus offices that work directly with international students (OISS, ICC, U.S. China Institute)
Expand the enrollment pipeline by tapping into alumni and parent networks
Expand our outreach to legacy applicants and accepted students Recruit new alumni admission connection volunteers Track and involve former Bryant Admission Ambassadors
Promote school spirit through partnerships with Athletics and affinity groups
Work with the Division of Student Affairs to promote Homecoming Spirit Week and other signature campus events Expand and promote Tailgate2Go program for alumni to attend athletic events in their region Coordinate and maintain interactions between student affinity groups and related alumni groups (e.g. Greek Life)
Measure our impact and success
Continue to measure outcomes and progress using our points of alumni engagement model Develop annual SMART goals in each area to show progress and impact