The Alumni Advisory Council of Bethune-Cookman University is more than a committee — it is a leadership table.

Serving as an advisory body to the Office of Alumni Affairs, the Council brings together committed alumni who are passionate about advancing engagement, increasing impact, and shaping the future of the Wildcat community.

The Council exists to intentionally connect alumni to the life of the University through meaningful educational, cultural, career, and social initiatives — while strengthening alumni benefits, services, and communication.

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Why Join the Advisory Council?

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Council members are strategic partners and ambassadors. They:

• Share professional expertise in alumni engagement, fundraising, governance, and strategic planning

• Provide insight that strengthens alumni programming and University advancement

• Champion alumni involvement across generations and regions

• Help shape initiatives that directly impact student and alumni success

 

This is an opportunity to move from participation to influence.

If you are ready to help guide alumni engagement at a leadership level, we invite you to indicate your interest on the Advisory Board Application.

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Areas of Council Focus

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Council members serve in focused areas designed to advance the Alumni Association and regional chapters:

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Program & Planning

• Design innovative, comprehensive programs that elevate alumni engagement and strengthen regional chapter impact.

Marketing & Public Relations

• Develop coordinated communication strategies that enhance alumni visibility, storytelling, and brand alignment across chapters and University platforms.

Fundraising

• Create scalable, mission-driven fundraising initiatives that empower alumni chapters and affinity groups to increase participation and philanthropic support.

 

Membership

• Drive growth in alumni membership, expand engagement benefits, and strengthen retention strategies.

 

Budget & Finance

• Support financial stewardship efforts and ensure alignment with University policies and compliance standards. 

 

Chapter Coordination

• Partner with regional chapter leaders to guide chartering processes, leadership development, and operational excellence.

Archivist

• Preserve and protect the history of alumni chapters and affinity groups by maintaining important records and institutional memory.

 

A Call to Leadership

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The Alumni Advisory Council is composed of alumni who are committed to excellence, collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership.​

 

If you believe in the continued advancement of Bethune-Cookman University and want to play a strategic role in shaping alumni engagement for generations to come, we invite you to step forward.​

 

Lead with purpose. Serve with impact. Strengthen the Wildcat legacy.