Alumni Board of Directors Membership Expectations

Qualifications

To serve as a Board Member, the following qualifications are required:

• Be a degree-holding graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University
• Demonstrated involvement, support, and commitment to Southeastern Louisiana University.
• Ability and willingness to give time and resources to support the Association.
• Ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Personal interest in Southeastern Louisiana University, our students, our alumni, and our community.

Duties and Expectations

To serve as a Board Member, the following qualifications are required:

• Attend regularly scheduled board meetings in-person. If a Board Member misses three regular board meetings per fiscal year, the Executive Committee may recommend their removal, and the President may appoint a successor for the unexpired term, approved by majority vote of the Board of Directors of the Association.
• Obtain one donation of $500 to the Alumni Association during each fiscal year, which can be fulfilled in one of or a combination of the following ways:
  • Personal donation made via cash, check, or online gift
  • Corporate match and/or sponsorship
  • Garnering a donation from a new donor
• Remain knowledgeable and current about Southeastern Louisiana University and the Office of Alumni Relations and have a thorough understanding of the Alumni Association’s mission.
• Serve as a resource to the Office of Alumni Relations in identifying volunteers, regional contacts, potential board members, and other alumni based on current needs/priorities.
• Serve as an ambassador to all alumni in your local area
• Volunteer at alumni events at a minimum of three times per year.
• Participate in and promote Southeastern Louisiana University annual Giving Day.
• Attendance at Annual Alumni Awards Evening is expected.
• Provide insight into the formulation of Association policies and guidelines, fiscal management, and annual goals by serving on at least one committee
• Initiate contacts on behalf of the University to promote stewardship, fundraising, and alumni engagement activities.
• Support Southeastern initiatives in the Louisiana Legislature by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with your elected representatives and members of the Board of Regents.
• Be prepared for discussion by reviewing the agenda and all supporting materials prior to board or committee meetings.
• Provide input and be a responsible voting member.
• Follow code of ethics, conflict of interest, and confidentiality policies.
• Be prepared to cover the costs of travel and accommodations for board meetings and campus events, if necessary.
• Fulfill all other duties as assigned.

Duration of Terms

At-large members shall serve two-year terms and are renewable for up to two additional twoyear terms. The President of the Board may appoint two members to the Board, who shall serve one-year terms, concurrent with the term of that President

Additional Best Practices

• Become a representative and a spokesperson in the community for Southeastern.
• Be familiar with the programs and activities sponsored, organized, and coordinated by the Office of Alumni Relations.
• Assist the University and the Office of Alumni Relations in identifying and implementing programs that will enhance the alumni experience.
• Offer ideas to help make the Alumni Association more meaningful to the alumni constituency.
• Support and encourage constituent support of the financial needs of the University’s mission.
• Attend University-wide or alumni events that support the mission of the Southeastern Alumni Association – on campus or in your area, as your schedule allows.
• Assist the Office of Alumni Relations in securing sponsorships for annual events.
• Identify highly qualified candidates and nominate those who will bring strength to the board.
• Encourage fellow alumni to support the Alumni Association through participation in its programs and services.