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It has been well established that alumni are important for continued development of their alma mater. But today their role in global growth of universities has gained further prominence. Ms. Jodie Sperico, Chief of Alumni and Employer Engagement at the Long Island University writes, “As institutions look to recover from the disruption of the pandemic, re-engaging alumni provides the key opportunity to foster a lifelong learning culture and drive retention.” At DBUU we believe this has to be a continuous effort.
Earlier this year, DBUU organized its Alumni Meet, which was a Homecoming for our ambassadors all over the world, who have proven themselves in various industry sectors. As they returned to campus to soak in the nostalgia, they also brought their wealth of experience and networks to the table. At DBUU alumni engagement is not just a standalone event; our active Alumni Association is buzzing throughout the year, to harness the potential of the network creating opportunities for our institution and present day students.
Here are just some of the ways in which a strong alumni network can offer universities long-term benefits and result in overall global growth.
- For starters, an institution’s alumni get firsthand experience in the professional world and are abreast with the latest developments in the industry in their domains. Many of DBUU’s alumni have also started their own entrepreneurial ventures and are an inspiration to students. They bring their knowledge of industry trends, what is expected of new graduates, and many other insights that universities can benefit from.
- We look at our alumni as our sterling global ambassadors, who speak volumes about the industry-preparedness of our graduates. As they carve out a niche for themselves in the professional world, they are opening doors for their successors from their alma mater. In fact, several of the organizations that our alumni are a part of, have come back to campus for new recruitments.
- “Every institution should create the opportunity to showcase alumni achievements, and position prominent alumni as engaged leaders,” adds Ms. Sperico. In times when several institutions of higher learning are struggling with new admissions, having a strong alumni presence can be a motivation for aspirants. In fact, DBUU alumni go the distance to make young aspirants feel welcome on the campus by laying out a roadmap for them.
- An institution’s alumni network is also its powerful asset and strong social capital. This is a relationship that is built on mutual trust, and it pays dividends in the form of growing reputation for institutions and the perfect launchpad for new graduates. In fact, many academic experts believe that no amount of marketing budget can compare to the goodwill and reputation strong alumni performance can build.
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Alumni too can draw on the resources their universities bring them. They can include access to knowledge, guidance, and research results that gives them the edge in the industry. When nurtured strategically, this is a symbiotic relationship that works for a university’s global growth.
