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McMaster Alumni Association
Strategic Plan 2010-2013

The McMaster Alumni Association Board of Directors led a strategic planning process in 2009-2010 with an overarching goal of increasing alumni engagement. The plan, which outlines four key strategic priority areas was created through a series of consultations and planning sessions over approximately six months involving alumni, volunteers - past and present, key University partners and staff.  Feedback on the plan is welcomed and should be directed to alumni@mcmaster.ca.  An annual update on progress will be posted on this site.

McMaster Alumni Association Mission

Support McMaster University
The Alumni Association will help the University accomplish its three primary activities -research, teaching and community service - through participating in governance, acting as a vocal advocate and supporting fund-raising.

Involve Alumni
The Alumni Association will act as an agent for alumni involvement within the University, within the activities of the Association and in external activities representing the interests of the Alumni Association.

Recognize Alumni Achievements
The Alumni Association will recognize the achievements of alumni, students and friends of McMaster University, and reward outstanding contributions to the Alumni Association.

Provide Services and Benefits for Alumni
The Alumni Association will provide products, services and benefits that renew and invigorate alumni affinity with the University.

Communicate with Alumni 
The Alumni Association will undertake appropriate and timely communication with alumni to inform them of issues affecting the University and the Alumni Association, and to facilitate communications among alumni.  The Alumni Association will initiate and pursue an appropriate and timely dialogue with senior officials and faculty of the University.

Involve Current Students
The Alumni Association will encourage current students to become involved in, and assist with activities of the Association to forge an early link with future graduands and it will encourage a lifelong association with the University.

Strategic Priorities:

  1. Keeping McMaster Relevant: Provide high quality programs that promote continuing links among alumni, and lifelong relationships between the University and its alumni.
  2. Student Engagement: Increase student engagement in current and new alumni programs.
  3. Young Alumni Engagement: Cultivate participation of young alumni.
  4. Pride & Participation: Foster pride and participation in the McMaster Alumni Association and University.