After graduation, many peers lose touch as they pursue further education or take on challenging careers. Fortunately, if you’re organizing an alumni organization, you can provide the glue that holds everyone together. Whether you need to gather former students for a class reunion or want to strengthen your alma mater’s networking potential, here are three strategies to connect with alumni.

3 Effective Ways to Stay Connected With Alumni

1. Form a Social Media Group

Social media groups, such as those on Facebook or LinkedIn, are powerful tools that connect people with common interests and make it easy to provide updates. 

For example, former students may get a recommendation to join the group if they include their school’s information in their social media profile. Others might find it by searching out of their own curiosity.

Once these individuals join the group, they will continue to receive updates on the same convenient platform where they conduct all their other social media activities.

2. Host Networking Events

When it comes to alumni events, class reunions and fundraisers are usually what come to mind. But these events don’t solely have to focus on past and present student activities. They can also help alumni in their current lives. For example, renting a hall in your community and hosting a networking mixer can help classmates strengthen their professional connections, such as by finding new jobs or clients.  

3. Publish a Newsletter

A newsletter is a convenient way to keep alumni connected and informed. Some may opt to print and mail these periodicals or send them as emails. Depending on your organization’s needs, you can publish as frequently as needed, whether weekly, monthly, or biannually.

As you organize content, take the time to keep information varied and applicable to alumni interests. For example, you can recap previous alumni events, promote fundraisers, celebrate your alma mater’s athletic victories, or write business profiles on members.

To continue building supportive relationships, the St. Louis Alumni Association offers a convenient way for former classmates to connect and grow. Whether you’re looking to host a class reunion or an event for your community, this facility also provides affordable hall rentals to make gatherings easier. To learn more about these resources and membership benefits, visit the organization online or call (808) 949-6633.