The Tropical Tigers are on the prowl to find out why it is important to become a member of the UNBC Alumni Association when you graduate. We’ve spent some time with two UNBC Alumni Association members to get the ‘dirt’ on what they do, and why UNBC graduates need to consider them a valuable resource.
So, the Alumni Association is responsible for alumni relations, and their goal is to provide services to alumni for connectivity, relationship building and staying connected with UNBC. And, let’s be realistic – there may be some potential fundraising kick-back’s in the future. They provide monthly speaker series where you can attend and hear from past graduates on various topics. They have a homecoming event every year that offers fun for days; which, this past year included a tapas and jazz night, golf tournament, alumni basketball game and pub night. They also host a family Christmas party.
They offer discounted rates if you want to be a member of the Northern Sports Center, and a ‘special package’ for anyone who likes to attend the Timberwolves sporting events. Lifelong email, inter-library loans and access to the career center to post & access jobs. A University Degree can become more valuable the more you connect with the powerhouses of the community. They even have Chapters outside of Prince George. That provides alumni from out of town an opportunity to become a UNBC Ambassador. What does that mean? When UNBC is ‘coming to town’ or hosting an event of any kind, you get to assist them with promotion and participate as an Alumni and Ambassador. Talk about connections!
But don’t worry, they aren’t going to spam you every five minutes – it’s not in their mandate. The information is relevant and they offer lots of opportunities to get out and do something worthwhile. Prowl around on their website at www.unbc.ca/alumni/.
MORAL OF THE STORY: Become an active member of the UNBC Alumni Association when you graduate!
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