 Alumni Society Board Application Every Spring, the Christopher Newport Alumni Society Board invites alumni to apply for at-large seats on the Alumni Board of Directors. Each applicant MUST be a Christopher Newport graduate from the Class of 2024 or older. This year's eligible seats are for a 3-year term which will begin July 1, 2025 and conclude on June 30, 2028. The Board convenes six times a year, four of which are in person, two are virtual and virtual attendance is offered for most in-person meetings. Board committees set their own schedules. The August 22 board meeting is both on campus and is a required in person attendance. Vision The Christopher Newport Alumni Society is a dynamic and diverse organization that serves as a valuable resource to the Christopher Newport community. Our dedicated Board of Directors will partner effectively with Alumni Relations and other University stakeholders to create a path to engagement for alumni and current students that commits them to the University's vision of leading a life of significance. Mission To serve all Christopher Newport alumni and cultivate lifelong relationships between them and the Christopher Newport community. Values Service - Recruit Engage alumni in opportunities that utilize their time, talent and treasure to serve the Christopher Newport community Leadership - Recruit alumni to actively promote the University and showcase the Alumni Society as an essential partner of the University Connection - Build relationships and a sense of camaraderie among alumni and the Christopher Newport community to include alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends of the University Collaboration - Actively working with University partners including but not limited to Admission, Alumni Relations, Athletics, Center for Career Planning and University Advancement to effectively accomplish University and Alumni Society goals The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 30 at 8:00pm ET. |