5.4.1 ALUMINI MEETING MINTUES

 

5.4.1 alumni association chapter registered non registered but functional contributes significantly for the development of the Institution

Describe the role of alumni association in the development of institution in not more than 500 words highlighting two significant contributions in any functional aspects

Introduction

The involvement of alumni in supporting and providing contributions voluntarily to their college is important for maintaining and expanding a college’s development. By establishing channels that can facilitate closer ties between the alumni, students and college

Role model and inspiration

Alumni are an effective role model and can be easily accepted by students. With the return of the alumni to support the college, they bring with them credibility and justification as part of a successful college, having breathed the same air and encountering similar challenges faced by the students.

Career mentor

Competition in entering the work force is becoming more intensive as a result of a higher number of graduates compared with a limited number of job opportunities. Job availability is more critical in certain sectors. They provide. Proper vocational guidance services

Providing expertise

Besides that, the alumni can contribute by providing their expertise in their occupation in developing new study programs in the college. Alumni can contribute as a guest lecturer, advisor in committees, Success in knowledge transfer will further improve the capacity and the reputation of the college with significance nationally and internationally.

Opportunity to access professional development

The senior alumni community that  are successful can be a most effective medium not just for the college graduates but also with the younger alumni.

Improve student recruitment efforts

Alumni can encourage students especially their family and friends to consider their college as the provider of higher education. The alumni can also show the students on how to join the work field after finishing their studies.

Summary

The alumni’s role is crucial for the development of the college. All alumni can provide support in various aspects that are beneficial to the students, graduates, alumni, colleges and the society. The alumni’s opinion in developing the college and proposed solutions to the challenges faced by the college is highly valued by the university in achieving its vision and mission. The alumni is an asset to the college, and their contributions and involvement can significantly increase the reputation of the college nationally. Finally, in the framework to strengthen the development of the state and the nation, successful alumni can be the social model for unity of the society and a factor for economic growth and development.