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Alumni Society
It is always a pleasure to see deserving people
recognized for outstanding contributions. Our alumni society has that
opportunity each spring when awards and scholarships are granted.
Congratulations to this year’s honorees who earned that recognition
through hard work, accomplishments, and contributions that improved life
for others.
Sometimes the “award” we receive is simply experiencing
the reward of our volunteer and philanthropic contributions. Alumni
society members and friends have several ways to support current
students and experience that reward:
- Mentoring—The University of Minnesota Alumni Association wants to connect with
alumni, students, and friends by enhancing career service programs and improving
mentor connections. The college’s alumni society, School of Kinesiology, and
Student & Professional Services have a new pilot mentor program in the School
of Kinesiology that served 11 mentor/student pairs this
past semester.
- Mock interviews—In January at a career fair, volunteers conduct mock interviews
with teacher candidates. They provide the students with interview practice and
feedback. Surveys indicate this is a valuable experience for students.
- Scholarship contributions—As tuition rises, the need for financial support
becomes increasingly important. To assure accessibility, alumni and friends can
contribute
to the alumni society’s new Promise of Tomorrow Scholarship Fund.
In June, when the alumni society year ends, a passionate
scholarship supporter, Robert Koenig, will step down after six years on
the alumni board, including two terms as president. Throughout his
service, he has been a champion of the Alumni Association and this
society’s goals. Dr. Koenig is generous with his time and talent. We
appreciate the leadership he has given to our efforts, and we will miss
him.
In the year ahead, our college will celebrate 100 years
of important work, including recognition for 100 distinguished alumni.
If you know someone who should receive this recognition, please download
and complete
the nomination form
[.pdf] or call 612-625-1310
to have a form mailed to you. The work of this society and this great
University continues with an eye on being among the very best. You can
help make that happen. Thank you for your continuing and generous
support.
Janet Heidinger, Ph.D., '92
president, CEHD Alumni Society
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