International Advancement and Alumni Relations
International Alumni Programs Staff
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Cynthia Stenger Riplinger International Alumni and Donor Relations 541-346-1334 |
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Mariska Dover International Alumni Assistant 541-346-1482 |
Increasing UO Alumni Outreach Beyond US Borders
University of Oregon students hail from the farthest corners of the globe and virtually everywhere in between. Many of the UO’s alumni go on to careers around the world as well. To make sure these internationally oriented alumni stay connected to the UO, International Affairs (IA) coordinates outreach to over 11,000 alumni residing outside the US, in addition to about 3,000 former international students and 6,000 study abroad alumni within the US. IA’s International Alumni Programs works closely with University Advancement, the UO Alumni Association (UOAA) and the Office of Development to keep these global alumni in touch with the campus community.
Publications
The UO has an enduring tradition of maintaining close relations with alumni from overseas through annual newsletters. Today UO alumni overseas and all former international students receive the International Alumni News, published jointly by the IA and the UOAA. Study abroad alumni stay up to date with UO internationalization through Flashback – Beyond Your Borders.
International Alumni News
International Alumni News 2007 - 2008
International Alumni News 2006 - 2007
International Alumni News 2005 - 2006
Flashback - Beyond Your Borders
Alumni Events and Meetings Abroad
Alumni gatherings are a powerful tool in maintaining lifelong connections between UO alumni and their alma mater. International Alumni Programs coordinates large and small-scale alumni events to bring Ducks together worldwide. Engaged alumni leaders and UO faculty abroad are instrumental in carrying out many of these gatherings. In 2005-06, over 7,000 alumni received invitations to UO events or meetings with UO faculty traveling abroad. Since 2004, the UO has offered an average of five international alumni events per year in regions where higher percentages of UO alumni live.
View pictures from recent events in the Photo Gallery
International Alumni Groups and UOAA
Promoting UOAA membership and supporting UO alumni groups worldwide are important priorities for International Alumni Programs. International alumni contacts in many countries provide a point of connection for UO faculty and students abroad, for newly graduating students returning home, and for prospective students interested in learning more about Oregon. In 2006, the UOAA recognized the Japan Chapter for its 30-year history of significant contributions and active engagement with the UO.
Building Alumni Support Internationally
Our international and study abroad alumni understand the goodwill and lifelong connections established through international education and cultural exchange. Maintaining relationships with these members of the UO global community is a key component in advancing the university’s worldwide reputation and enriching our internationalization initiatives. As of 2005, approximately 10% of all international alumni had contributed to university fundraising initiatives. The Annual Giving Program, the Office of Development and International Alumni Programs expect to increase this participation with greater outreach during Campaign Oregon.
Outreach to Future International Alumni
Once a Duck...Always a Duck! Beginning with International Student Orientation, and continuing through the Senior Send-Off, IA works to instill lasting connections and strong university spirit. International student groups, such as the Korean Students Association, Japanese Student Organization, and the International Career Network Committee (ICNC) also provide opportunities for networking with alumni. ICNC is a student group charged with promoting career development activities for international and domestic students interested in internationally oriented careers in the U.S. and abroad. The annual ICNC alumni networking luncheon brings current students together with alumni for career advice and inspiration. Click here for a list of international student associations.