CHAPTERS AND CLUBS
The Value of an Alumni Chapter
Alumni Chapters are meant to increase the number of social opportunities for alumni to meet, share common experiences and network. Further, Alumni Chapters aim to cultivate volunteer support and alumni leadership for the College, as well as assist and support the mission of Saint Mary’s through activities, promotions, and programs.
To provide the opportunity for alumni to become acquainted
The common Saint Mary’s bond can make a move to a new community an easy one, help provide business contacts for networking purposes and bring graduates together in fellowship. Social gatherings can open many doors for the chapter and individual alumni, and allow an opportunity for mutual support between alums.
To encourage alumni to remain active with the College
As the number of alumni increases, their varied interests can be addressed through a variety of alumni activities. A broad program ranging from athletic events to continuing education will keep Gaels involved. Alumni chapters play a vital role in sounding out alumni and responding with appropriate programs and activities. This allows for a continued social and educational exchange between alumni and the College, as well as providing opportunities for leadership and volunteer service for the advancement of Saint Mary’s College.
To promote the interests of Saint Mary’s College
Alumni chapters serve Saint Mary’s by the recruitment of students through the Alumni Admissions Program, establishment of local scholarships, networking and social events, development of alumni leaders and promotion of alumni giving.
Alumni Chapters are geographically divided by county within California. Out of state chapters are developed in states with a high population of alums and/or high interest. The following areas currently have an active chapter, or will launch a chapter this year.
