Working Paper on Organization of Gomal University Alumni and Event Management



NOTE: This working paper proposes the organization, management and strategic implementation of plan to form, assemble and conduct the alumni related activities in Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan  

 

1.   Alumni

Alumnus refers to a former pupil or student, of a particular school, college or University, the plural is alumni. Any individual who has successfully completed a degree or a full year of studies is considered as an alumnus of Gomal University.

 

1.1 Formal Alumni


Formal alumni can be with objectives, officers, newsletter and subscription. It may have a proper constitution. Under the umbrella of the constitution formal and informal alumni associations can be organized to facilitate communication of University to its alumni round the globe.



1.2 Contact point



An official contact point, in form of an office or under any other existing hierarchy shall be constituted and appointed. This contact point shall be responsible of:

·                     Organization of Alumni

·                     Implementation of Alumni Program

·                     Preparation of By-laws

·                     Representation in official meet-ups

·                     Management of formal and informal Alumni associations

·                     Elections of Alumni council

·                     Communication management

·                     Event Management

·                     Staffing, Reporting and Budgeting

·                     Any other responsibility assigned by the Patron



1.3 Interest Group/Formal Alumni Association of Gomal University Officials



In order to properly manage and organize the alumni and its associations, Gomal University Alumni Administration shall form an Interest Group for all phases of implementation. This particular interest group shall

·                     Meet informally

·                     Explore and use existing alumni resources and organizations, if any

·                     Obtain and organize geographic listing of alumni under office / contact point for    alumni

·                     Form a formal Alumni Association

·                     Telephone and personally meet with alums

·                     Arrange a meet-up of this Association

·                     Conduct an Election of Alumni Association

 



1.4 First Communication



A letter should be mailed (or a message sent) to all alumni, introducing them to the association, requesting them to update their contact information, and inquiring if there are any interested volunteers for the committee.

 



1.5 Organization



A meeting should be convened of alumni to agree upon the association’s objectives and form a committee. A sample agenda might include:

·                     Call to order

·                     Introductions

·                     Review general concepts and goals of the Alumni Association

·                     Outline Alumni Association functions

                              Communication (newsletters, mailings, directories, etc.)
                             Activities
                             Fund raising/collection of seed money
                             Scholarships and fellowships
                             Proper investment of the seed money
                             Assistance in Alumni/Alumnae coordinator programming

·                     Identify short and long term needs

·                     Annual subscription

·                     Establish projected expenditures and dues structure (for education, research, institution)

·                     Solicit areas of interest and capabilities

·                     Nomination and election of Alumni/Alumnae Association officers

·                     Appointment of a committee to draw up the by-laws or organizational outline

·                     Appointment of other committees and delegation of responsibilities  (communications, recognition, events,  recruiting, etc.)

·                     Set date, time and location for follow-up meeting

 

 

 1.6  By-Laws

 

Have a committee prepare by-laws for adoption at the next meeting. The adopted by-laws need to be sent to the fraternity/sorority headquarters for the chapter-alumni files.

Sample Outline of Alumni Association By-Laws:

·                     Objectives

·                     Membership

·                     Officers; duties and powers of officers

·                     Regular committees; duties and functions of committees

·                     Meetings and programs; general timing of meetings

·                     Dues; members to association, control of funds

·                     Scholarship and fellowship funds, control and operation

·                     Communication – regular; content and timing of newsletters

·                     Major activities and work projects; chapter assistance, social functions, traditionally-sponsored events.

 

 

 

1.7 Follow up meeting or Event

 

A launch event should be organized with broad appeal to attract as many alumni as possible, preferably when a senior administrator of the organization is available to attend.

·                     This meeting is crucial. If the alumni can see results, they will continue to serve on the Alumni Association.

·                     Other alums and new contacts who could not attend the first meeting should receive invitations through the mail.

·                     The Association by-laws should be adopted at this meeting as well. It is also important that the chapter officers attend this meeting.

·                     The meeting should serve to orientate first-time alumni attendees.

 

 

1.8 Financing

 

Generally, finances for an Alumni/Alumnae Association can be provided in three different ways:

·                     By an annual dues program for Association members

·                     By the fund specified for such events in University

·                     By contributions received by alums for a specific Association program

·                     By a combination of the above methods

Other financial considerations:

·                     Capital Fund Raising Campaigns by fixing their BRICKS in the University           

                       public places (Auditorium, conference rooms, senate hall, and other public places) 

            (Platinum brick rate 100,000/-, Gold brick rate 50,000/-, White Gold brick rate  30000/-, Silver brick rate 20000 and brass brick               rate 10000)



Strategic Planning for the Major Alumni Organization

1.                  Objective Setting for alumni event in the University

2.                  Identification of High Profile Alumni/ Wealthy

3.                  Alumni Communication including 1st, 2nd and final Communication

4.                  Production of Final Report

5.                  Social media management to reach and engage alumni

6.                  Election of Alumni Council

7.                  Alumni Associations, formal informal and their engagement in conducting major   alumni function


 



MESSAGE FROM VICE CHANCELLOR





VISION

To engage the Gomalian’s global community to support and advance the University's excellence both during the studies and after the degree award.



MISSION


The Gomalian Alumni Association promotes an enduring essence of belonging, pride and arrogance by linking alumni, students, and friends to the prestigious Gomal University. The Alumni Association advocates for the University and its alumni with a credible, independent, and collaborative voice.


OBJECTIVES


1. Engage
Establish a market-oriented approach to support alumni and integral relationships throughout their lives, with emphasis on early lifespan engagement


2. Partner

Drive University and community partnership through an integrated approach to build and strengthen the University


3. Advocate

Develop and promote the “next generation” of advocacy, which is aligned and assimilated with the University’s goals for local, state, and federal legislative and policy outcomes



4. Innovate

Build a unique, industry best-practice innovation team that positions the Alumni Association at the forefront of technology and alumni programming



5. Communicate

Become the communications portal between alumni and the University to deliver high-impact deliberate communications, news and information, and easy access for lifelong alumni connectivity



6. Manage

Develop and manage a business and financial model that sets the standard for “Alumni Associations



7. Great place to work

Develop a performance culture that attracts and retains the best talent and makes the Gomal University Alumni Association a “best place” to work



CORE VALUES

The Gomal University Alumni Association is committed to excellence in all its activities and is dedicated to the following core values:

 

Loyalty – Pride in and commitment to the future that we are creating together as an alumni community and honoring our history, traditions and achievements.

 

Integrity – Transparency and ethical behavior in all of our interactions.

 

Diversity – Recognizing and valuing differences and seeking alternative perspectives and inclusiveness in all that we do.

 

Innovation – Striving to be an industry leader in alumni relations through a creative and transformational business model.

 

Continuous Improvement – Pursuit of excellence through agility and responsiveness to stakeholders and the environment.

 



 

Dr Muhammad Sarwar

Vice Chancellor


 

 



Proposed Organizational Structure of Alumni



Strong leadership is very important for any formal or informal association under umbrella of alumni. A continual process shall be adopted in scrutiny, selection and renewal among leadership of alumni for better growth, vital progress and prosperous organization. The number of committee members and elected officers vary depending on the size and needs of the alumni membership. Following is the organization of proposed Alumni Executive council. The following positions will be selected for first three years (each year), while onward the positions will be filled by proper election each year.

1.      Patron:     (The worthy Vice Chancellor)    

An official or a senior alumna/us or friend who can lend name and

Status to the organization, as well as contacts. This person usually does not attend committee meetings.

 

2.      President: Duties include:

o   Presiding at all meetings of the association and committee.

o   Agenda setting and ensuring it to community.

o   Representing the alumni in its dealings with other organizations or people outside the University.

 

3.      Vice-President: Duties include:

·         Performing the duties of President in his or her absence and assisting as needed.

·         The committee may wish to consider designating this post later as President.

 

4.      General Secretary: (will always be from the parent institute)

Duties include:

o   Responsibility for all correspondence and recording of minutes of meetings, communicating them to each committee member and from the Office.

o   Preparing agendas for meetings in consultation with the President.

o   Ensuring that notices of meetings are sent to association members as required.

 

5.      Joint Secretary: Duties include:

·         Shared Responsibility for all correspondence and recording of minutes of meetings, communicating them to each committee members.

·         Preparing agendas for meetings in consultation with the Secretary.

 

6.      Treasurer: Duties include:

o   Responsibility for the finances of the association, for maintaining accurate records and for preparing an annual statement of the association’s accounts.

o   Setting up systems to deal with the association’s finances.

o   Overseeing annual membership subscriptions if applicable in conjunction with the Membership Secretary.

 

7.      Membership Secretary: Duties  include:

o   Maintaining records of association members and liaising with the Office of Alumni Programs for data exchange.

o   Devising and implementing strategies for increasing membership and participation.

 

8.      Event’s Organizer: Duties  include:

o   Suggesting possible activities and events to the committee, investigating costs and venues.

o   Responsibility for event planning and coordination.

 

9.      Communications Officer: Duties include:

·         Writing and editing the association’s newsletter and/or other means of communicating with the membership.

·         University alumni press releases in local media.

·         Making use of other available communication channels (e.g. links with Alumni website).

 

 



Dr.Muhammad Akhlaq.

General Secretary,

Alumni

Email:  alumni@gu.edu.pk

 

Gomal University

Dera Ismail Khan

Pakistan

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