Seattle Central College - New Alumni Association Feedback

Alumni Association Mission, Vision, Values Input Survey

Over the past 6 months, members of the newly created Seattle Central Alumni Advisory Board have collaborated on the following draft mission, vision, and values for an Alumni Association.

As a valued member of the alumni community, we invite you to share your thoughts on this draft and to let us know how you would like to stay connected in the future.

For questions about how to get involved with alumni efforts at Seattle Central, contact alumni.central@seattlecolleges.edu

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* Mission Statement:
The Seattle Central Alumni Association seeks to further the goals of the college by engaging and empowering the diverse body of past and present students through fellowship, activism, and lifelong learning.

I agree with Mission Statement for Alumni Association

I would change or update the language as follows

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* Vision Statement:
Seattle Central students and alumni feel connected, celebrated, and supported by a sustained association that reflects the resilience and diversity of the college.

I agree with the Vision Statement as stated

I would change or update the language as follows

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* Value #1 - Antiracism, Equity & Inclusion
We acknowledge that Seattle Central is not immune from perpetuating systemic injustices. As an alumni association, we advocate for a Seattle Central College that provides equitable opportunity to all. We actively work to dismantle racism by educating ourselves, upholding voices of color, and providing a safe, and inclusive alumni community.

I agree with this value as stated.

I would change or update the language as follows

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* Value #2 - Advocacy
Alumni are strong voices in advancing the reputation, accessibility and relevancy of Seattle Central College. The alumni association encourages volunteer, political and philanthropic support of Seattle Central and the students it serves.

I agree with this value as stated.

I would change or update the language as follows

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* Value #3 - Innovation and growth
We acknowledge the impact made by former students of Seattle Central over the past 50 + years. We hope to sustainably build on their legacy and foster new ways of engaging the Seattle Central Community.

I agree with this value as stated.

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* Value #4 - Education
We believe in lifelong learning and the transformational power of open-access education to Inspire, encourage and create pathways for students and alumni at all phases of their educational journey to complete programs that support their personal and professional growth.

I agree with this value as stated.

I would change or update the language as follows

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* How would you like to stay connected?
As we develop an alumni network, please let us know how you'd like to be engaged and if you have other ideas about to stay involved with the Seattle Central community.

Serve on Alumni Advisory Board (2 year term, up to 6 meetings/ year)

Offering jobs or internship opportunities to students.

Presenting to a class or group/ providing a workshop.

Joining a Technical Advisory Committee to advise on Seattle Central curricula for particular programs.

Volunteering (including reviewing scholarship applications in Spring 2021)

Attend Seattle Central events (including Believe Gala on June 5, 2021)

Connecting with prospective students to recruit for my program and/or the college.

Serve as a mentor or job-shadowing host for a Seattle Central student

Donating to the college or current student scholarships.

Add me to the community newsletter list to receive info and invites for future Seattle Central events

How else would you like to engage? How are you currently engaging?

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* Other ideas for Alumni Association? [Optional]

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* What impact has Seattle Central had on you? / What are your favorite memories? [Optional]