Establishing an Alumni Chapter
The purpose of a chapter is to create a sense of community and mutual support for Wits and Witsies.
How to start – volunteering to be a convenor
The convenor of an alumni chapter should have the following characteristics:
- Willingness to work with the University
- Willingness to contribute time
- Enthusiasm
- Ability to motivate and engage alumni
Guidelines
Think about what type of activities you are hoping to organise. Successful alumni chapters base their programme on a mixture of activities. Allow the opportunity for as many people as possible to contribute. Key activities of a chapter include:
- organising at least one or two events or activities a year to which all alumni in the region are invited
- acting as a contact point for Wits in their country or region
- offering informal advice to alumni moving into their area
- acting as a local contact point for Wits e.g. offering advice to members of staff and faculty about where to stay or hold meetings when visiting their area
How can we help?
- The Alumni Office will provide you with information about alumni in your area.
- We can send out mailings on your behalf to alumni in your area.
- We will keep you informed of any Wits academics or staff visiting your area.
- We can advise you on organising events and other activities.
- We can send you promotional material to give to guests.
- We will publicise your events to alumni in your area.
If you are keen on establishing an alumni chapter in your region, please contact Peter Maher at peter.maher@wits.ac.za
