The IUAA alumni communities team presents Virtually Cream & Crimson—Summer Series 2021, a virtual training series for alumni volunteer leaders. Even though we are unable to meet in person, we want to take the opportunity to share insights that will help you lead and connect with your alumni communities. Join us for three sessions in which we will explore new topics, discuss challenges, learn from each other, and most importantly, join together to support IU and our alumni communities.
The virtual sessions are open to all IUAA alumni volunteer leaders and are free of charge—but registration is required. All sessions will be hosted via Zoom video conferencing. You will receive a link to join each meeting in your email a few days before each session. You may register for one or all three sessions by clicking on the “Registration” button above. We look forward to seeing you at Virtually Cream & Crimson—Summer Series 2021!
June 16, 1–2 p.m. ET
A Deeper Dive into the Future of Alumni Communities
Join Rachael Jones McAfee, IUAA managing director of alumni relations, as she discusses the future of alumni volunteerism. This session expands upon her June 11 Cream & Crimson Conference presentation, aimed exclusively at alumni volunteer leaders and your good work. By outlining research performed over the last two years, we hope to provide a greater understanding of our path forward and the importance of alumni volunteerism.
June 23, 1–2:15 p.m. ET
Applying Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Alumni Leadership
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is a core priority for IUAA staff and our volunteer program. Facilitated by Monica Johnson, assistant vice president for diversity education and cross-cultural engagement, this session will provide space for advancement staff and volunteers to find meaning in DEIB and understand its importance in our work. By assessing DEIB through our own experiences, we will discover how it can shape alumni engagement. We will include breakout rooms to discuss how to incorporate inclusivity and belonging within your group leadership structure, and strategies for considering these elements in your work engaging alumni.
June 30, 1–2 p.m. ET
Volunteer Planning and Guidelines for Events with Liaison Breakout Q&A
As we anticipate a resumption of in-person activities, this session will assist advancement staff and volunteers on how to reestablish yourselves within your communities, evaluate the long term benefits of maintaining virtual engagement, and use the many tools and resources available at your fingertips to expand your methods of alumni engagement. Led by Mark Cady, associate director of alumni relations, we will update attendees on university guidelines for future alumni programming and allow for breakouts with your liaisons where we will answer questions and ideate on engagement strategies.
Questions?
Contact Mark Cady at mdcady@iu.edu.