Overview
The powers and duties of the Board of Directors are set forth in Article IV, Section 1 of the Constitution of the Alumni Association. The Board of Directors oversees the work of the Alumni Association and plays an important role in guiding Santa Clara's alumni chapters and programs.
Term
The terms of office for the elected members of the Board of Directors is three years.
General Responsibilities
- Reflecting the input and feedback of Broncos from different demographics and considering how Alumni Association programs and activities will meet the needs of all alumni.
- Encouraging other alumni to actively participate in Alumni Association programs.
- Regularly participating in Board of Directors meetings and committees each year.
- Becoming thoroughly involved with alumni events and programs by attending (whenever possible) primary Alumni Association events (reunions, Anniversary Dinner, Vintage, etc.) and activities in alumni chapters (dinner, speakers, athletic events, community service projects), participating in other programs (e.g. New Student Welcome, career networking, etc.) and assisting the University's efforts to meet its financial needs (no matter the amount) annually.
Other Qualifications
Those nominated should be willing to give the time and make the required commitment to effectively perform as a Board member.
There are generally 5 full Board meetings during the year, held in-person and virtually. As a working board, each member serves on a committee for the duration of one year and is expected to fully participate in meetings, projects, and tasks for that committee in addition to the full Board meetings.
Nominations
Nominations for the 2025-26 Board of Directors cohort is now open. Here is an example of the application for your review. Please fill out the survey application here by January 24, 2025.
Your application will be thoroughly reviewed by the current Alumni Board. Please assume that it is being reviewed by someone who does not know you and is unaware of your relationship with the Santa Clara community.
