Insights

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    CAAE Thought-Leaders Are Here, There And Everywhere!

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    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. 

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    OneCASE Becomes A Reality

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    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.

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    The Impact Of COVID-19 On Alumni Relations

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

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

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    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.

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

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    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.

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    Get The Scoop: How UW Served Ice Cream To Melt Myths

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    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.

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    Introducing Our 2020-2021 CAAE Fellows

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    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.

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    Preparing To Lead In 2021

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    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.