Members of the alumni advisory group act as "ambassadors" for the College; they help to spread the word about Hampshire, to make sure constituencies are kept up to date about Hampshire as it is now, and to encourage the engagement of other alums. The alumni advisory group also advises and helps alumni and family relations staff with programming for alums: planning for the annual Division IV forum in June, for example, and other worldwide events throughout the year.

The group includes 12-15 volunteer members who represent Hampshire's diverse constituencies, including by decade of attendance and geography. (Additional information about the alumni advisory group, including eligibility and goals, is below.)

The alumni advisory group holds four meetings annually, with most taking place via the optimal virtual meeting technology available: video or teleconference. At least one meeting a year is on the Hampshire campus, though attendance in person is not required. Unfortunately, the College is not able to cover advisory group members’ travel costs, but can offer on-campus "room and board" as needed at the June meeting. 

 
Alumni Advisory Group Eligibility

Alumni advisory group members must be Hampshire graduates or “alums of record” (those who attended for at least two full years).

Candidates for the alumni advisory group should:

• commit to a two-year term
• demonstrate a strong affinity with Hampshire College
• articulate the effect Hampshire has had on their lives
• show a history of continuous connection to the College
• have experience of leadership at Hampshire and/or in the context of another community

Alumni Advisory Group Goals

Individual Goals:

• Be an "ambassador" for Hampshire College
• Advise and assist alumni and family relations on events in your geographic area and affinity groups (professional or identity based)
• Fly the Hampshire flag: make sure Hampshire is prominent on your bio, resume, etc.
• Represent your constituency by acting as a two-way conduit for feedback and information
• Assist the advancement team with fundraising
• Encourage other alums to volunteer for the College

Other Ways to be Involved:

• Stay up-to-date about Hampshire by reading communications from the College
• Use and update the online alumni directory
• Make sure the College knows your news
• Encourage others to update the College with their news
• Support official College social media, e.g., follow Hampshire on Twitter or "like" Hampshire College on Facebook
• Spread College news on your own social media sites
• Attend and help with events in your area
• Organize an event in your area (community service, networking, admissions, or fundraising)
• Volunteer for campus programs (Hampshire Admissions Associates Program, Career Options Resource Center, Hampshire Fund, etc.)

Alumni Advisory Group Timeline

November: Announcement to community and self-nominations accepted

December: Review of nominees

January: Alumni advisory group members announced and first meeting of the alumni advisory group

April: Second meeting of the alumni advisory group

June: Third meeting of the alumni advisory group

October: Fourth meeting of the alumni advisory group