A Message from the Alumni Association

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Congratulations!

You did it! You are graduating with a degree that will open doors to many incredible adventures in your life. The tenacity and dedication that were required to persevere in the face of a worldwide pandemic will also serve you well throughout your life.

This year, I have thought often of Maya Angelou’s beautiful words: “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” I love this quote because it reminds me that am both enough, and can be more. This year we have learned to care for each other with more intention and grace. I firmly believe that your graduating class of 2021 is creating a better tomorrow.

The Dalai Lama said “Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back and reasons to stay.” As USU alumni, you are all part of the Aggie Family. You have roots here, and we celebrate your launch. As president of the Utah State University Alumni Association, I invite you to engage with the Alumni Association. USU will continue to provide opportunities for you to participate, connect and stay involved. You always have a home here. From Homecoming weekend and world-class arts events, to finding mentors in your field of work and staying connected with treasured classmates, the Aggie Family takes care of one another.

Engaging with fellow Aggies is key to making the most of your Utah State experience. Joining the Aggie Network (AggieNetwork.usu. edu) puts you in touch with USU alumni, faculty, staff and other professionals ready to offer career advice and help you expand your professional circle. A free service to all USU alumni, the Aggie Network gives you access to job and internship opportunities and provides helpful academic and employment resources as you begin your career.

As a new graduate, please consider showing your Aggie pride by purchasing an Aggie license plate, or using an Aggie affinity credit card. With proceeds going toward student scholarships, these are easy ways to give back and help future generations of students while showing you are a True Blue Aggie. Find out more about these opportunities at usu.edu/alumni.

There are more opportunities than ever to do things differently, to change the world for the better, to leave your mark. We wish you great success, and we look forward to staying in touch.

Go Aggies!

Laurel Cannon Alder, BA ’92 USU Alumni Association President Stay in touch! alumni@usu.edu | usu.edu/alumni | AggieNetwork.usu.edu Connect with us: @utahstatealumni Linkedin: usu.edu/alumni/social