Board of Directors Committees
There are seven standing committees managed by the Board of Directors:
Alumni Engagement
The Alumni Engagement Committee strengthens lifelong connections between alumni and SIUE by creating meaningful opportunities to reconnect, network, celebrate, and stay involved with the Cougar community. The committee leads many of the Alumni Association's signature programs and events, including Homecoming & Family Weekend, Golden Graduation Reunion, Cougars on the Move, alumni networking events, Happy Hours, and other initiatives that foster Cougar pride and alumni engagement.
Student Connections
The Student Connections Committee fosters meaningful connections between current students and alumni, helping students build a strong sense of pride and belonging that continues long after graduation. By partnering with campus departments and student organizations, the committee develops programs and initiatives that introduce students to the value of alumni engagement, philanthropy, and the lifelong Cougar network. Through these efforts, the committee helps create a seamless transition from student to engaged alumnus.
The committee also provides leadership for the Alumni Association's scholarship programs, including the Alumni Association Scholarship and the License Plate Scholarship. Committee members oversee the scholarship process and coordinate the review and selection process, with the full Alumni Association Board participating in reviewing applications and selecting scholarship recipients.
Finance/Audit
The Finance Committee oversees the budget of the Alumni Association and the Office of Alumni Affairs. The committee reviews revenue and expenditures for the Alumni Association and oversees the investments of the Alumni Association budget. The committee makes recommendations concerning financial matters during quarterly Board meetings, which will be voted on by the full Board of Directors.
Bylaws
The Bylaws Committee oversees the bylaws of the Alumni Association. The committee is required to meet at least one time per year to review the current bylaws and make recommendations for any changes and additions. The recommendations and changes would be submitted to the executive committee for review. The recommendations would then be voted on by the full Board of Directors.
Executive
The Executive Committee is comprised of the president, president-elect, vice president, vice president of finance and the immediate past president, with the secretary serving as a non-voting ex-officio member.
Interested in Participating on a Committee?
All alumni are welcome to serve as non-voting members of the Alumni Engagement and Student Connections Committees. If you are interested in applying to serve on a committee, please email us or call 618-650-2760.
