PROFESSIONAL ALUMNI GROUPS
Professional Alumni Groups (PAGs)
At Bethune-Cookman University, Professional Alumni Groups (PAGs) connect alumni and
friends who share a common academic background or professional interest within a specific
school or college.
PAGs focus on strengthening their academic unit, such as the College of Business or the School of
Nursing—while supporting the broader mission of the University. These groups create
meaningful opportunities for alumni to stay engaged, give back, and grow together.
What PAGs Do
Professional Alumni Groups:
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Build professional networks among alumni
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Mentor and engage current students
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Support recruitment and philanthropy efforts
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Celebrate alumni achievements
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Promote and advocate for their specific academic department
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Serve as a bridge between alumni and the Office of Alumni Affairs
Examples of potential Professional Alumni Groups include:
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College of Business Alumni Network
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School of Nursing & Health Sciences Alumni Society
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Criminal Justice & Public Service Alumni Council
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Education Alumni Association
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Mass Communications & Digital Media Alumni Guild
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STEM & Engineering Alumni Collective
If you don’t see your discipline represented, we invite you to help create it.
Expectations of a PAG
To maintain an active and impactful presence, PAGs are asked to:
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Host regular meetings and at least one annual social or networking event
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Support University and college-specific events
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Engage and mentor current students
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Recognize outstanding alumni within the discipline
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Assist in identifying and recruiting prospective students
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Maintain consistent communication with alumni and the Office of Alumni Affairs
Benefits of Joining a PAG
Becoming a member or leader of a Professional Alumni Group allows you to:
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Reconnect with classmates and meet fellow Wildcats
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Expand your professional network
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Connect with and mentor current students
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Stay informed about University and departmental updates
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Participate in strategic conversations about your college’s growth and impact
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Contribute directly to the success of your academic unit
Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned professional, there is a place for you.
How to Start a Professional Alumni Group
Interested in launching a PAG? We welcome your leadership.
Step 1: Connect With Us
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Contact the Office of Alumni Affairs to schedule an interest meeting. We recommend at least two interested alumni to begin the process.
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Contact Information:
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Email: alumni@cookman.edu
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Phone: 386-481-2955 or 386-481-2928
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Step 2: Explore Feasibility
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During the meeting, we will review alumni interest, sustainability, and expectations for launching and maintaining the group.
Step 3: Establish the Foundation
If approved, alumni leaders will work with the Director of Alumni Affairs to develop:
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A mission statement
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Goals and objectives
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Leadership structure and bylaws
Step 4: Plan the Launch
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Leaders will collaborate with Alumni Affairs and campus partners to host an official launch event and recruit additional volunteers.
Step 5: Sustain Engagement
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After launch, the PAG will maintain an active presence through regular meetings, events, student engagement, and ongoing support of its academic unit.
Ready to Join or Start a PAG?
Your experience, expertise, and leadership matter. Whether you want to connect with fellow
alumni in your field or build something new for your college, the Office of Alumni Affairs is
here to support you.
Let’s strengthen our academic communities—together.