Understanding Alumni Relations Programs in Community Colleges

Autor/inn/en	Smith, Everrett A.; Gearhart, G. David; Miller, Michael T.
Titel	Understanding Alumni Relations Programs in Community Colleges
Quelle	In: International Journal of Higher Education, 8 (2019) 5, S.176-184 (9 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1927-6044
Schlagwörter	Alumni; Alumni Associations; Community Colleges; Institutional Advancement; College Administration; Leadership; Fund Raising; Mentors; Publications; Leisure Education + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Absolventenbetreuung; Community college; Community College; nicht übertragen; College administrators; Hochschulverwaltung; Führung; Führungsposition; Fundraising; Spendensammlung; Freizeitpädagogik
Abstract	The purpose for conducting the study was to explore and describe the use of alumni societies and associations in community colleges, particularly focusing on the intended outcome of their implementation. To collect data for the study, the research-team developed a survey instrument that was distributed electronically to 250 community college advancement senior leaders. A total of 106 (42%) usable surveys were returned for use in the study, and the results described community college expectations for alumni societies, primarily focused on fundraising. The societies were also critical, however, in career placement for students, developing career-oriented programs, and reviewing curricula. Survey results also indicated that many community college leaders use alumni societies in creative ways, including assisting in faculty searches, hosting recruitment events, and teaching community education (lifelong learning) courses. Study findings are critical for college leaders who are often faced with difficulties in funding existing or new programing. The respondents to the study illustrated how alumni societies can serve as critical catalysts for improving existing programs and expanding the reach and value of the institution. Findings also suggest that alumni societies are perceived to be strong gateways to developing philanthropic support for institutions. (As Provided).
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Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2020/1/01