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Development and Alumni
Level 1, 230 North Terrace
The University of Adelaide
SA 5005 Australia
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Development and Alumni will hold the inaugural Alumni Forum on September 4th and 5th at the University of Adelaide.
Why hold a Forum?
The purpose of the Alumni Forum is outlined in the following excerpt from the University’s Alumni Relations Strategic Plan 2007 – 2011:
“To further support and recognise the contribution of alumni, forums will be held every two years, alternating with the existing biennial Australian Universities International Alumni Conventions. The purpose of these Alumni Forums is to:
• Provide information on alumni trends and innovative programming
• Showcase best practice in alumni programming
• Provide opportunities for alumni to give feedback to the University of Adelaide on its Alumni Relations Strategic Plan
• Provide opportunities for interaction between graduates, University staff and students
• Highlight current achievements and future developments at the University of Adelaide
• Increase the profile of the University through a prominent alumni speaker series.”
Who can attend?
The Forum is for any student, staff (former or current) or graduate who has an interest in alumni relations, and in particular the advancement of the University of Adelaide program.
What are the topics?
Held over two mornings, the Forum provides an opportunity to hear the Vice-Chancellor speak about the role of alumni in the University’s Strategic Plan, to share ideas and current best practice, to hear speakers on topics such as engaging Gen Y, organising memorable events and how to make the most out of the University’s online community, Adelaide onLION. Many of the sessions will involve a panel of speakers and each session will provide an opportunity for participants to ask questions and to share their own experiences.
Is there a social program?
A social program is also on offer in the afternoons. This includes a variety of University tours on the Friday and a Winery Tour on Saturday.
Alumni Forum Lunch with special guest speaker Ben Kozel (B Sc 2003)
Ben is a teacher, author and freelance travel writer. He is especially drawn down paths lesser trod, where chances of encountering an intact ecosystem or culture are greatest. He is the author of several books, and has filmed award-winning documentaries. For more information on the Alumni Forum Lunch, please download the brochure.
Alumni Gala Dinner
Distinguished alumnus Dr Cheong Choong Kong, Chairman of the OCBC (Singapore), former CEO of Singapore Airlines, and part-time actor, will speak at the Alumni Forum Gala Dinner on the Friday evening as part of this year’s prominent alumni speaker series. For more information on the Alumni Forum Gala Dinner, please download the brochure.
An Alumni Leaders Meeting will also be held on Thursday, September 3rd to seek feedback on the Alumni Relations Strategic Plan and to invite comments and suggestions on the future direction of the University’s alumni program.
Don’t miss out on an opportunity to be part of this exciting new initiative!
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