CAAE Member Spotlight, September 2024

September 13, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Joshua Jones (University of North Texas), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, August 2024

August 06, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Charlie Vienne (Sam Houston State University) compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, June 2024

June 12, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Jimmy Warren (University of Alabama), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, May 2024

May 13, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Ayanna McConnell (University of Michigan), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, April 2024

April 12, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Heath Peterson (University of Kansas), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, March 2024

March 18, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Dave Hail (University of Oklahoma), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, February 2024

February 14, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member William Pierce (University of Toledo Foundation), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, January 2024

January 16, 2024

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Dave Bambrey (University of Illinois), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, December 2023

December 13, 2023

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of CAAE member Veronica Flaspoehler (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (University of Oregon).

Join Us for CAAE Winter Institute in La Jolla, CA, February 7-9, 2024

December 08, 2023

Register for the CAAE Winter Institute taking place in La Jolla, California, February 7-9, 2024.

2023-2024 Lawrence S. Preo Fellow

February 27, 2024

The CAAE Awards and Fellowship Committee is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 Lawrence S. Preo Fellow: Megan Marshall (University of California, Los Angeles).

CAAE Member Spotlight, November 2023

November 14, 2023

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Jacquie Glasener (Fresno State University), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

Show of Hands Insights: LinkedIn Engagement

September 14, 2023

This is part 2 of a series of blog posts entitled "Show of Hands Insights," in which we explore popular topics from CAAE's Show of Hands forum. Samantha Putnam (University of California, Santa Barbara) recently asked fellow CAAE members whether they have found a successful way of using LinkedIn to engage with alumni. Several respondents shared insights with Putnam, which revealed some common threads. 

Show of Hands Insights: Traditions Programs

July 24, 2023

This is part 1 of a summer series of blog posts entitled "Show of Hands Insights," in which we explore popular topics from CAAE's Show of Hands forum. Ryan Chreist (University of Colorado, Boulder) recently asked fellow CAAE members whether their institutions have traditions programs supported by the alumni office. Several respondents shared insights with Chreist, which revealed some common threads.

Join Us for CAAE Summer Institute in NYC, July 16-18

July 25, 2023

Register for the CAAE Summer Sessions taking place in New York City, July 16-18.

CAAE Member Spotlight, May-June 2023

June 07, 2023

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Dr. Ann Caine (Oklahoma State), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, March-April 2023

April 03, 2023

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Reshunda L. Mahone, Ed.D., CFRE (North Carolina State), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

Announcing the First CAAE Innovation Fund Award Recipient

March 01, 2023

Jordan Gonzalez (Nebraska) has received the first CAAE Innovation Fund award.

CAAE Member Spotlight, February-March 2023

February 27, 2023

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Mariah Maki (Washington State), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

It’s Time – Evolutionary/Not Revolutionary

December 21, 2022

On the heels of his retirement announcement, University of North Carolina's General Alumni Association President Doug Dibbert reflects on his over 40-year career and the connections he has made along the way.

2023 Alumni Business Manager's Conference

December 21, 2022

Announcing the 2023 Alumni Business Manager's Conference, a 2 1/2-day conference hosted by the Georgia Tech Alumni Association and designed just for alumni association business managers.

2022-2023 CAAE Fellows

December 21, 2022

The CAAE Awards and Fellowship Committee is pleased to announce the 2022-2023 CAAE Fellows: Sashi Whitman (UC San Diego), Kimberly Bowden (Georgia Tech University), and Dree Hickey (UNC Chapel Hill).

CAAE Member Spotlight, September-October 2022

December 21, 2022

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight  of new member Jennifer Bowie (Ohio University), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, August-September 2022

August 29, 2022

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight  of new member Lauren Henry (University of Chicago), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

CAAE Call for Fellows 2022-2023

July 29, 2022

The CAAE Call for Fellows is open! The Fellowship Program offers awards to recognize and support professional development for senior, mid-level and new alumni relations professionals at CAAE member institutions. The deadline to apply is September 16, 2022.

Ode to Doug Dibbert's 40th Anniversary

June 22, 2022

Read more about how the staff of the University of North Carolina General Alumni Association paid tribute to one of CAAE's founding members, Doug Dibbert, on the occasion of his 40th year of service to the GAA.

CAAE Website Refresh

May 30, 2022

After several months in the making, your CAAE Communications Committee is pleased to present a refresh of our member website.

CAAE Member Spotlight, May-June 2022

May 30, 2022

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Laurence A. Bolotin (Loyola University Chicago), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, April-May 2022

May 01, 2022

Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight  of new member Caryn Schultz Korman (University of Illinois Chicago), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, March-April 2022

March 31, 2022

Getting to know one another better is the quickest route to building community! Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Kevin Berry (West Virginia), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

Show of Hands Showcase: Reimaging the Alumni Association MOU relative to Asset Tracking

January 30, 2022

In December 2021, Mike Pede (Houston) used the Show of Hands platform to ask CAAE members with alumni chapters, clubs or sub-associations, whether they require those groups to sign an annual MOU that stipulates institutional requirements? Beth Kungel Borck, Pete’s Director of Affiliated Alumni Associations, collected input from CAAE respondents and shares her findings in this submission.

Raphe Beck (Oregon) Learns There Is No Ducking The Fight Song

January 30, 2022

CAAE’s intrepid collector of Member Spotlights shares his own “CAAE origin story” with us this month, reprinted with permission from the author from the online Oregon Quarterly. (Illustration by Bridgette Coyne)

CAAE Member Spotlight, January-February 2022

January 30, 2022

Getting to know one another better is the quickest route to building community! Based on a Q&A-style interview developed by the CAAE Communications Committee, we're pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member Kris Bosman, (Utah), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

CAAE Member Spotlight, November-December 2021

November 28, 2021

To get to know one another better, the CAAE Communications Committee has formulated a Q&A-style interview to spotlight members. We’re pleased to present this month’s spotlight of new member, Tricia Riveire Stumpf (Indiana), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

Meet CAAE's Forman and Preo Fellows 2021-2022

November 28, 2021

On behalf of Chair Lisa Lewis (Minnesota), the Awards & Fellowships Committee is pleased to introduce our 2021-2022 Forman and Preo Fellows.

CAAE Member Spotlight, October-November 2021

October 29, 2021

A few months ago, the Communications Committee introduced spotlights of current CAAE members to help us get to know one another better. In this edition, we meet new member Lauren Simione (Delaware), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (Oregon).

Meet CAAE's Tardy Fellow 2021-2022

October 29, 2021

On behalf of Chair Lisa Lewis (Minnesota), the Awards & Fellowships Committee is pleased to introduce Liz McKee as our 2021-2022 Tardy Fellow.

CAAE Member Spotlight, September-October 2021

September 30, 2021

In June 2021, the Communications Committee introduced spotlights of current CAAE members to help us get to know one another a little better. We’re pleased to continue this series with a spotlight on Tim Pavish (Washington State), compilation courtesy of Erika N. Jordan (BostonU).

CAAE Member Spotlight, August-September 2021

August 31, 2021

A few months ago, the Communications Committee introduced spotlights of current CAAE members to help us get to know one another a little better. In this edition, we introduce a separate set of questions specifically for new CAAE members, those who have joined since the beginning of last year. Meet Brian Breittholz (FIU) and Matt Folk (Purdue), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (UOregon).

Show of Hands Showcase: Who owns your institutional alumni career services?

August 31, 2021

Heather Junod (UCF) used the CAAE Show of Hands platform to ask, “If your institution has a career services program for alumni, does you alumni office own the program?” Read the summary of her findings, here.

Show of Hands Showcase: Do you have a live-chat feature on your website?

August 31, 2021

Sarah Schutt (UWisconsin) used the Show of Hands platform to ask, “Do you have a live-chat feature on your association's website to facilitate real-time customer service?” Read more about the UWisconsin experience, with added insights from Duke University.

CAAE Member Spotlight, July-August 2021

July 30, 2021

To get to know one another better, the CAAE Communications Committee has formulated a Q&A-style interview to spotlight members. We’re pleased to present this spotlight of Cynthia Khoo-Robinson (UatBuffalo), compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (UOregon).

Show of Hands Showcase: Thought Leadership on the Future of Digital Engagement

July 29, 2021

Julie Decker (Florida State) and Josh Harraman (Rutgers), co-chairs of the 2021 CASE Summer Institute in Alumni Relations, used CAAE’s Show of Hands platform to ask members their thoughts on the future of digital engagement, to share with newcomers to our profession. A sampling of replies follows.

University at Buffalo's Oral History Project

July 29, 2021

Cynthia Khoo-Robinson (UatBuffalo)'s team shares how the development of an alumni directory to celebrate the university’s 175th anniversary blossomed into an oral history project that not only generated an incredible quantity of alumni stories, but also garnered an impressive volume of alumni contact information.

CAAE Member Spotlight, June-July 2021

June 29, 2021

To get to know one another better, the CAAE Communications Committee has formulated a Q&A-style interview to spotlight members. We’re pleased to continue this new series with spotlights on Howard E. Wolf (Stanford) and Jeff Johnson (Iowa State). Compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (UOregon) and Erika N. Jordan (BostonU).

CAAE Virtual Meet-Up Recap, June 2021: Return to Work

June 29, 2021

Julie Decker (Florida State) and Gretchen VanValkenburg (Auburn) led CAAE’s Virtual Meet-Up on June 15, 2021 on the topic of Return to Work. They provide CAAE members with their main takeaways and resources for further reading and consideration.

CAAE Member Spotlight, June 2021

June 01, 2021

To get to know one another better, the CAAE Communications Committee has formulated a Q&A-style interview to spotlight members. We’re pleased to kick off this new series with spotlights on Clothilde Hewlett (UC Berkeley) and Todd McCubbin (UMissouri). Compilation courtesy of Raphe Beck (UOregon) and Curt Langford (Texas Tech).

Show of Hands Showcase: Alumni Engagement Amongst Non-Degree Learners

May 02, 2021

Dene Sheheane (Georgia Tech) used CAAE’s Show of Hands tool earlier this winter to ask members the following question: Does your Alumni Association provide non-degree learners (professional education, certificate programs, etc.) access to alumni programming? He shares his findings, here.

Show of Hands Showcase: Remote Work Flexibility

May 02, 2021

Michele Nota (URI) used CAAE’s Show of Hands tool earlier this winter to ask members the following question: Will you be allowing employees the flexibility to work remotely? She shares her findings, here.

Engagement Success Tracking: An Insider’s Guide to OSU’s Engagement Campaign

March 31, 2021

Earlier this year, CASE District VIII honored Oregon State University as a Platinum Award Finalist for its progress in Engagement Success Tracking. Read on to see how John Valva's work is driving real-world outcomes in alumni engagement.

Interactive Alumni Game Watch Party: How UC Irvine Maximized Engagement with the Shared Experience

March 31, 2021

This winter, Erika Jordan (UC Irvine) used CAAE’s Show of Hands platform to ask members the following question: Have you hosted a virtual game watch on a platform that allows you to stream the game and have alumni interaction? Read on to see what her team learned.

Alumni Engagement in 2020: Responding and Reflecting on Social Justice

March 02, 2021

Anh Tran, CAAE Jerry F. Tardy Fellow, 2020-2021, provides a summary of her presentation featured at the CAAE Zoom-stitute, held February 11, 2021

Marketing and Communication Strategies for International Alumni and the Impact of COVID-19

February 28, 2021

Yusra Sultana, CAAE Lawrence S. Preo Fellow 2020-2021, provides a summary of her presentation featured at the CAAE Winter Zoom-stitute, February 11, 2021

Enhancing the Connection Between University Leadership & Alumni

February 28, 2021

Eric Haag, CAAE Robert G. Forman Fellow, 2020-2021, provides a summary of his presentation featured at the CAAE Winter Zoom-stitute, held February 11, 2021

CAAE Winter Zoom-stitute Day 2 Takeaways

February 13, 2021

A heartfelt thanks to Jocelyn Tabata, Executive Director, The UCLA Foundation, for providing this summary of Winter Zoom-stitute Day 2 takeaways! 

CAAE Winter Zoom-stitute Day 1 Takeaways

February 12, 2021

Members of the CAAE Institutes Committee provide you with this summary of Winter Zoom-stitute Day 1 takeaways!

CAAE Virtual Winter Institute 2021: Registration is open!

January 19, 2021

The CAAE Winter Institute Committee hereby announces that registration is officially open!

Preparing to Lead in 2021

December 13, 2020

Julie Decker (Florida State University) shares her reflections on how we might prepare to approach the next year as leaders, able to build resilience in our teams.

Introducing our 2020-2021 CAAE Fellows

October 28, 2020

The CAAE Fellowship Program offers awards to recognize and train senior, mid-level and new alumni relations professionals at CAAE member institutions. CAAE provides funding, mentoring and general support to emerging leaders at a CAAE member institution to accelerate a big idea through this program. 

Jorge Ancona (UC, Riverside), CAAE Chair, Awards & Fellowships Committee, extends a special thank you to Brandy Cox (UArkansas), Donna MacPhee (Columbia), John Valva (Oregon State) and Duane Wiles (UTennessee) for their service on the selection committee.

Get the Scoop: How UW Served Ice Cream to Melt Myths

October 28, 2020

During the summers of 2018 and 2019, the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) leveraged the state's collective love for Babcock ice cream to advance university messages while providing a unique engagement opportunity for thousands of alumni and friends around the state.

CAAE Virtual Meet-Up Recap, September 2020: From Venue to Virtual

October 07, 2020

Jorge Ancona (UC, Riverside) very ably hosted and moderated a well-attended CAAE Virtual Meet-Up on September 24 on the topic of transitioning large-scale alumni events. The conversation moved from Commencement to Convocation, to Alumni Awards Programs, Homecoming and Reunions, and the various ways our guest panelists are approaching large-scale events on their campuses.

If Only They Knew: A Conversation with Anita B. Walton

August 02, 2020

Anita B. Walton, Vice Chancellor, University Advancement, Elizabeth City State University, joined CAAE members at our 2020 Virtual Summer Session for a conversation about equity, diversity and inclusion.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Alumni Relations

August 03, 2020

CAAE members participated in a survey to gauge the impact of the pandemic on our work, specifically our organizations, budget and outreach efforts.

OneCASE Becomes a Reality

August 02, 2020

Sue Cunningham, President and CEO of CASE joined Paul Rucker (UWashington) in conversation at the CAAE Virtual Summer Session 2020 to share her thoughts on the current challenges and opportunities in alumni relations and university advancement.

CAAE Thought-Leaders are Here, There and Everywhere!

August 02, 2020

In the spirit of sharing best practices, CAAE members continue to share their knowledge and insights through articles and a variety of virtual webinars. Members are encouraged to share their speaking engagements with Membership Chair Susan deMuth (Johns Hopkins) or post them directly to the CAAE website under the Forums section, Current Topics. 

A Membership Success Story: Washington State University Alumni Association

July 29, 2020

Read on for the conclusion of a self-described aggressive membership marketing plan that defied the odds and brought tremendous value to Washington State University and the Washington State University Alumni Association.

Inaugural Virtual Meet-Up Recap: Leveraging the Digital Space and Communications during COVID-19

July 02, 2020

Read on for a recap of the first CAAE Virtual Meet-up held on June 16, 2020, featuring a presentation by our Duke University colleagues.

Knowledge-Sharing in Uncertain Times

July 16, 2020

The daily challenges of this unprecedented global health crisis have forced us to adapt in ways we never imagined, yet since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, members of CAAE have continued our organization’s tradition of thought leadership by sharing their knowledge and expertise with others, as we navigate through these times of great uncertainty together.

CAAE Recipients of 2020 CASE Grand Gold and Platinum Awards

June 30, 2020

Each year, the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Circle of Excellence Awards recognizes hundreds of institutions whose talented staff members advance their institutions through innovative, inspiring and creative ideas. Despite the seriousness of these pandemic times, CAAE wishes to take a moment to celebrate our many member recipients of these hallmark awards.

Reflections on Alumni Engagement during COVID-19

June 29, 2020

Duane Wiles (UTennessee) shares his takeaways as a featured panelist in two recent webinars: Alumni Relations in Uncertain Times (April 2020) and Engagement During COVID-19 for Large Operations (May 2020).

2020 CAAE Fellows Recap

April 21, 2020

The 2020 CAAE Winter Institute featured the Fellows presentations earlier in the program to allow for the widespread participation by members – and the Fellows did not disappoint.

Dr. Lee Patouillet Retires after 40 Years of Service

April 20, 2020

After 40 years of dedicated service to higher education, Dr. Lee Patouillet announced his retirement from the University of Tennessee, in February 2020. At the CAAE Winter Institute in Arizona, Lee shared some valuable professional and life lessons with his colleagues and friends in attendance, and was given a rousing standing ovation for his life’s work.

30th Anniversary of CAAE Part III: The Future

April 21, 2020

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of CAAE’s founding in 1989, the Association’s Winter Institute held in Scottsdale, AZ, in February 2020 featured three special panel discussions moderated by founding member Steve Grafton, President & CEO of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. The final panel featured outgoing President, Barbara Dick, Assistant Vice-President, Alumni Relations, University of Toronto, in conversation with incoming President, F. Hoopes Wampler, Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations, University of Pennsylvania.

30th Anniversary of CAAE Part II: The Present

April 21, 2020

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of CAAE’s founding in 1989, the Association’s Winter Institute held in Scottsdale, AZ, in February 2020 featured three special panel discussions moderated by founding member Steve Grafton, President & CEO of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. The second panel featured Howard Wolf, Vice President for Alumni Affairs and President of the Stanford Alumni Association, and Whitney Espich, CEO of MIT Alumni Association, who discussed the current challenges facing our profession and our Association.

30th Anniversary of CAAE Part I: The Past

April 21, 2020

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of CAAE’s founding in 1989, the Association’s Winter Institute held in Scottsdale, AZ, in February 2020 featured three special panel discussions moderated by founding member Steve Grafton, President & CEO of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. The first panel featured fellow founding member Doug Dibbert, President of the University of North Carolina General Alumni Association, and Amy Button Renz, President and CEO of Kansas State Alumni Association, member since 1994, who together, took a look back at the founding of CAAE. Additional recollections were gathered in a post-Institute telephone interview with CAAE founding President Robert G. (Bob) Forman, Steve Grafton’s predecessor at the University of Michigan Alumni Association.