From IRL to URL: Alumni engagement in a virtual world
New virtual programming addresses the needs of WashU alumni, rather than add to the already growing digital noise.
The universal language of generosity
In early spring, WashU’s China Alumni Network organized an appeal in an effort to give back to their alma mater, raising funds to purchase PPE for the Washington University Medical Campus.
Young alumni take the lead
Many cities around the globe boast robust young alumni populations whose members are collaborating with WashU staff to organize activities tailored to alumni interests.
Helping the unseen
Bruce Goldstein, JD ’80, is president and executive director of Farmworker Justice, which fights for better working conditions and wages for the 2.4 million farm workers in the U.S.
Listening with purpose, leading with heart
Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton has relied on insights from alumni to help him guide the university. His partnership with the Alumni Board of Governors has provided an important forum for listening to and engaging with the university’s biggest champions: its graduates.
Creating her own recipe for change
Alumna Amy DuVall, BS ’95, a lawyer turned environmental lobbyist turned pastry chef, bakes purpose into whatever she pursues, including her service to Washington University.
Celebrating 35 Years: The Black Alumni Council
Washington University’s Black Alumni Council celebrates 35 years of keeping black alumni connected with the university and each other.
Staying engaged is a win-win
Steven G. Segal, BSBA ’82, chair of the Alumni Board of Governors, answers questions about his longtime commitment to the university and how staying involved adds value for all: the university, alumni and current students.
Fostering lifelong connections
A new network model helps alumni, parents and friends stay connected to and engaged with the university.
Volunteer Spotlight: Tim Hsu, LLM ’01, JD ’04 and David Ma, PhD ’09
Tim Hsu and David Ma met while graduate students at Washington University through the university’s Taiwanese Graduate Student Association. After they graduated, they wanted to find a way to recreate the camaraderie they’d known in school and created the WashU Alumni Club in Taiwan in 2012.
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