The roles of the Alumni By Dr. Rodney H. Brady, President, Weber Unique State College Spirit at WSC There is a common misconception that the only two rules alumni of a college should play in the affairs of the alma mater are (1) attending It: athletic events as spectators and (2) contributing to the institution financially. Unquestionably, both these roles are important, but they represent only a small sample of a potential which can be made by genuinely concerned alumni. As a basis for identifying the range of potential contributions which alumni can make, may we review the ultimate purpose of higher education -- “to prepare individuals who will contribute to society while experiencing a high quality of life.’’ Thus, as products of a particular institution of higher education, alumni are in an excellent position to (1) evaluate the educational experience the school offers, and (2) contribute to perpetuating. and extending the kind of education they experienced. instit problems rather than each other,”’ highl said Dr. Robert Smith, new Vice President for Academic, Affairs, in his first complete week at Weber , exciti playe Wilde State College. next ‘“‘After I interviewed NE | I was sure I wanted to come here,’”’ said Dr. Examples of alumni contribution in those two areas include the following: President Brady and his serious search for the new vice president. ‘‘I could tell that deck ae were rok Robert from completely different 4-Attending alumni meetings to respond to specific program professional needs and trends in relation to the educational experience being offered. a © : staff members. . 9-Attending performances and public events sponsored by organizations of the college, AND of course. 10-Contributing financially to the college through (a) general fund raising drives (b) specific fund-raising projects; (c) deferred giving; (d) material contributions of land, teaching materials or items to be preserved, as well as | | | | Smith. ‘We need to provide stimil} and opportunities for faculty to ty} 1980-: Roy “I think I understand the historic new things, have new. experiences | secon Reprod mere: 60 ive. Dr. Smith is impressed with the Professionally Dr. Smith felt ready for a change. He had been Dean of 2*titude toward education in Utah _ 24 feels that everything at Weber the College of Science and is an advantage. values of the area. Weee? feel it will be 3-Attending alumni events sponsored by the institution and becoming active in alumni affairs throughout the country. 4-Arranging for college personnal as speakers at local events. _8-Employing graduates of the college where appropriate. 6-Encouraging prospective employers to consider hiring graduates of the college. 7-Referring names of organizations, foundations, or corporations which are potential donors to the college. 8-Identifying outstanding individuals as prospective faculty and Weakest ee nev SEey 224 get rejuvenated. OF . 4 ee | u Batt: : ; | IS MANY His wife started a public radio | the b: station in Las Vegas, becoming © team “It will be a bit of a relief to get a change from all the political and economics wars of starting graduate programs,” he said. : At Weber State Dr. Smith plans to assistant manager, and Dr. Smit Wilde became involved in OUND t other facets of broadcasting whi a Wrest found enjoyable. She was alsoa © domir volunteer in the medical field there the fi _ for W size things up and learn what’s manageable, “‘learn traditions and get acquainted.” They are the parents of two 3 daughters and one son and havea bought a charming older home wi “‘solid walls, french doors” andl Thr _ their \ for th -tourn: was raised in southern California | pound ‘“‘Change comes slowly and I have “first set of snow tires.”’ Dr. sail learned to appreciate that.” LLL FACETED AND Oh eae If you know the whereabouts and the married names of the classes of 1937, 1938, 1939, please contact the Alumni Relations Office at Weber State College, Ogden, UT 84408, or call (801) 626-6564. Your help in finding your classmates is greatly appreciated. LMdddddddddddddsddhididdddiddiddddddidddddddddddddddddadtdddddddddddddddddadddaecdchccccccccecc;c;ccccc3”c]ecccccrcc3xczczcacs Can Playing it safe, seasor that’s the name of our game! IS IMPORTANT. LOOKING for Lost Alums... pound tourn: LL dddcdddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddcdddddccccccccc.lttrtct0t1ucqduuu3uucaccceacuccde y pound _- VAiiEbiLidhiiidediidddiddddddldddddaddéiddddédddddddddddddssddddddddddddddddsdsa WiMd[lisssiditiddiididididlddddiddiiiisiidiéilsiisseciiiiear NELA ment a |one 11-Attending athletic events as spectators. The foregoing listing is far more illustrative than exhaustive. Some of the activities overlap and may be incorrectly classified. Nevertheless, a common theme occurs throughout the list: ALUMNI INVOLVEMENT seaso the faculty and who can generate| game: C@®thusiasm. ‘Faculty developmell © effort 2” important factor,” said Dr. | Big $ hoon ten: school. a their incluc _ OVE! _ State | Inc Dr. Smith believes it is crucially | | led tk important who is chosen to fill | 18.0% positions as occasions arise. He | Confe wants people who are appreciatell” 14 re; in the dark but the next morning when she opened the drapes and saw the mountains she wanted to come 7-Giving feed-back to the school about successful performance of employees who are graduates. 8-Passing on to the administration opinions of acquaintances. 9-Reacting directly to administrative decisions. 10-Critiquing materials produced by the institution, and 11-Serving as a guardian of integrity and quality in all that the institution undertakes. B- Perpetuation and Extension of the Educational Experience 1-Encouraging outstanding students to attend the institution. 2-Contacting legislators and other public officials on behalf of the | | Dr. Smith had another offer but after his interview at Weber State he called and turned it down. His wife, Adele, came with him. They arrived 5-Providing internships and summer jobs for students and assisting | be proposals. with their evaluation. ; Smith Academic Vice President backgrounds we were moving in the same direction and I thought it would be well for me to work with him’’. educational preparation. 3-Serving on advisory boards and committees for specific evaluation purposes. i 6-Informing the school of changing Hi; §38-49 The \ Big S overa «Th Smith, who was impressed with A- Evaluation of the Educational Experience 1-Responding to direct inquiries such as opinion surveys and _ questionnaries. 2-Voluntarily indicating specific strengths and inadequacies of . endec losin; 18-ye Both dimensions can be significant factors in the current operation of the institution. ‘a year ‘I immediately sensed a spirit among the faculty and administration that was unique they are interested in dealing with se Safety. _ it's the most important rule in any game. yet one of the toughest to uphold. 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