Peer-to-peer fundraising is a powerful tool for engaging with alumni and raising funds for higher education institutions. Jerome Connor from Gaston College recently told us how he and his team have turned an annual 5k called the Stampede for Student Success - into a peer-to-peer fundraising event that encourages alumni to raise funds for the college while having fun and competing with their peers. In today's blog we'll explore this innovative event and its benefits for alumni

Strong alumni engagement is critical to the long-term success of colleges and universities. One of the keys to building meaningful connections with alumni is understanding their unique affinities that motivate them to stay engaged. With thousands of users at partner-Universities sharing their stories with us - the LiveAlumni team spotted an undeniable pattern: Outreach to Alumni when it's based on two or more affinities is much more successful at engaging them. In this blog,

#InternationalWomensDay Happy International Women's Day! Today, we celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. We have a team of several extraordinary women working on LiveAlumni and, as a company, we truly believe in empowering women in the workforce. Today, we explore 4 ways that our higher ed partners can celebrate this day with us and support your women alumni in their careers. 1. Host a Women's Networking Event Organize a netw

March Madness is an exciting time for college sports fans across the country, as the best teams in men's and women's college basketball compete for the championship. For advancement and alumni engagement teams at higher education institutions, March Madness is also an opportunity to engage with alumni and showcase the impact of their education on the success of college sports programs. In this blog, we explore specific examples of what advancement, engagement, alumni relation

As higher education institutions seek to build strong and engaged alumni networks, they face the challenge of keeping young alumni connected