Alumni volunteers are present in more than 50 world areas! They work alongside International Alumni Relations to support Cornell and fellow Cornellians. These resources will help you manage a successful club or interest group. We are evolving and improving these tools as we continue to get feedback from leaders like you. Be sure to check back for frequent updates.
Mission Statement
Cornell University invites all alumni, parents, and friends to participate in the worldwide university community, attend events, stay connected to the university, and contribute to the greatness of the university.
Consistent with the core values of community, education, and service, the initiatives of each club will provide alumni, parents and friends with meaningful opportunities to:
- Strengthen their knowledge of and ties to the university;
- Maintain and grow friendships with Cornellians;
- Continue the process of life-long learning; and
- Serve the university, other alumni, students, and the community at large.
We want to make it easy and fun for you to organize with fellow alumni who live all over the world.
Reporting
Reports and forms that you need to complete and submit to Alumni Affairs. This information helps us provide resources and find ways to better serve your club:
- Annual Plan Survey Survey 2023-2024
- International Event Details Form
- International Post-Event Storytelling Form
- Event Check-in Form
- Alumni Interest Survey
- Net Promoter Score (video)
Communication
Ensure expedited and secure exchange of information:
- All board officers should have an active NetID.
Resources for marketing events and communicating with local alumni:
- International Event Details Form
- Training materials for your club web page
- Cornell University social media primer
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This list has been compiled, on a confidential basis, by Cornell University for its exclusive purposes and those of its alumni organizations. It is not available for private or individual purposes of any kind, including commercial solicitations or the expression of personal, political, social or economic views. This policy applies to all alumni and university personnel.
Guidelines for using the Cornell name and logo:
Programming
- Event planning resources for activities your club can organize with local alumni. Also, other programming, consider the following:
- Summer Student Send-Off (August)
- Zinck’s Night (October)
- Zinck’s information sheet (PDF, 634 KB)
- Cornell Cares Day (January)
Governance
Organize and administer volunteer activities. Resources to manage the health and success of group operations:
- Club Constitution and Bylaws tip sheet
- Sample Constitution and Bylaws
- Building your leadership team
- Sample club board structure
- Club leadership succession planning
Training and Participation
Training is important for alumni volunteer leaders; plug into the broader network:
Additional Resources
Find additional resources and web sites available to you to help make your time as a volunteer leader enjoyable and rewarding and help lead your club to success:
- Awards and nominations
- CAAAN – Cornell Admissions Alumni Ambassadors Network
- Cornell Alumni Association
- CAA Cup
- Cornell University Council
- Office of Alumni Affairs
Connect with and give feedback about any of these tools by contacting your