Welcome to the Governors State University Alumni Association
...Where the Focus is Keeping You Connected.
The University has more than 40,000 graduates who are located across the United States and other locations throughout the world. All Governors State University graduates are invited to join the GSU Alumni Association.
The Alumni Board of Directors and staff provide support to the university by serving the needs of its alumni, promoting fellowship through intellectual events and social gatherings.
Mission
The fundamental purpose of the Association is to perpetuate among the Governors State University community the friendships formed at the university and to bind these alumni/ae into an organization for the purpose of serving the needs of the alumni/ae and to promote the growth and development of Governors State University.
Programs and Services
A wide range of programs and services are offered to alumni throughout the year. Educational workshops and seminars are conducted periodically. Social, cultural, and recreational activities are offered to our alumni and their families. Some of the special events recently attended by alumni include a boat cruise on Lake Michigan, professional baseball games, and plays at GSU's Center for the Performing Arts. Alumni have also been invited to attend various networking receptions.
An alumni newsletter is published twice a year, with emphasis on alumni accomplishments and upcoming alumni events, as well as university-related updates.
Alumni Awards Program
The Governors State University Alumni Association is hosting the 2009 Alumni Awards program. The Alumni Awards honor graduates who have made significant contributions to society and whose accomplishments and careers have brough credit to the university. Two awards will be presented at our 40th Anniversary Celebration on November 7, 2009. Deadline to submit a nomination form is September 30, 2009. See Alumni Awards side bar for more details.
Alumni Clubs
The association continues to organize alumni clubs in both academic and special interest area. Membership in the Alumni Association is required to join alumni clubs. Members can join as many alumni clubs as they wish. If you are interested in helping to form an alumni club, please call the Alumni Office at 708.534.4128.
Stay Connected
Get the latest information on happenings at GSU. Alumni are invited to sign up to receive our free, monthly e-blasts. Don't miss an important event! Sign up today. Simply email the Alumni Relations Office at Alumnirelations2@govst.edu. Be sure to include your name and phone number as well!
Alumni Connections Newsletter
The Alumni Connections newsletter is published twice a year and includes campus happenings, alumni spotlights, upcoming events and much more. The Alumni Connections is also available online.
Do you have news? Have you changed jobs, received an award or promotion, or written a novel? We want to know! Submit your news for our newsletter to us online today.
