Membership Matters

MATTERS

Aw a r e n e s s E d i t i o n

MEM B E R SHIP

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Foster memories and inform alumni (and friends) about the University today.

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Why Awareness Matters Greetings from the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House!

Seven months ago I began my duties as the new Executive Director of the Arkansas Alumni Association. In that short time I have met hundreds of devoted alumni and friends, travelled to numerous cities, conducted retreats from the Alumni Board and the staff on campus, and done a lot of listening - to the Board of Directors, campus leaders, AAA staff, other alumni volunteers and stakeholders – to hear their thoughts on the Association. Without question, it has been a transformational, exhilarating, and eye-opening experience.

Why? Because the Alumni Association is poised to be the best alumni association in the country. We currently have a program with financial strength, a membership program in the top 10 nationally, and broad volunteer engagement from the most passionate alumni anywhere. Our scholarship efforts award 800+ scholarships each year, and the AAA staff is talented, dedicated and hard working.

From my view there are only a few things to focus on as we move forward. · Build awareness for what we do – Tell everyone what we do, how we do it and how GOOD we are at getting it done. · Adapt for a younger generation – Graduating classes are getting larger, communicating differently, and needing more from us. We need to adapt to meet their needs. · Assess to improve – We can’t rest on our laurels. We will regularly assess all areas of the Association - marketing, programming, board development and management, financial administration, campus and volunteer relations, as well as our role in the campaign. This assessment will provide important information on which we can build a strategic plan for the association that will guide us for the coming years.

As Alumni Association members, you know already what I am discovering more each day. The University of Arkansas is an incredibly special place that has provided a lifetime of memories to thousands of alumni and their families. Devoted Razorback

MEMBERSHIP

alumni and friends want only the best for the U of A and each other. It is our role as the Alumni Association to facilitate connections, provide engagement opportunities, foster memories and inform alumni about the University today. Your support through membership allows us to achieve all of these important objectives – Thank you!

I also thank you for your support as I get oriented to my new position.

My wife, Tina and I are excited to live in Northwest Arkansas. We both look forward to being part of this wonderful community, and look forward to meeting you either on campus or when we are on the road.

With Pride in Arkansas –

Graham Stewart Associate Vice Chancellor for Alumni Executive Director of the Arkansas Alumni Association

Where do your dues go?

EVERY membership supports the YOU of A! Thank you for yours.

Membership dollars help provide important services and engagement opportunities for alumni and friends. Your Alumni Association prides itself on providing a connection to the University that opens a world of opportunities for the YOU of A and for those that are aware of what we do.

25%

Magazine/Communications

16%

Outreach Programs

1% 1

Membership Funded Scholarship

2%

Life Member Reserve

5%

Volunteer Programs

University/On-Campus 5% Programs 6% Awards/Recognition

4%

Membership Management/ Customer Care

What’s Happening?

Did you know the Association offers outreach programs and opportunities for Alumni AND friends of the University world-wide? Many people think they must be a graduate to join, attend events and use our services, but the truth is, we are here to serve all that love and support the University. Our mission is to support education through scholarships and member support. Arkansas is unique, people who haven’t stepped

Career Hogs

Career Hogs is your alumni resource for professional development and career services through the Arkansas Alumni Association. A collaborative effort of the Student Alumni Association, Young Alumni Board, Alumni Career Network, UA Career Development Center and Walton College Career Development Center, we offer Razorback Career Link (RCL), an online job posting and oncampus recruiting system. RCL is your virtual resource for locating employment and professional networking.

foot in a classroom still love this University and want a way to stay connected and give back. That’s what we’re here for, and we do it well.

Take a look.

www.arkansasalumni.org/careerhogs Visit RCL at careerlink.uark.edu Twitter: @UACareerHogs LinkedIn: University of Arkansas Alumni

blog.arkansasalumni.org

Visit to learn more about our Membership Scholars, fellow members, outstanding alumni and special events.

Every fall our Student Alumni Association (SAA) is consumed with producing an exhilarating homecoming celebration for our campus and NWA area.

This year’s theme was “Every Day is a Hog Holiday.” Homecoming increases campus unity and inclusion while promoting friendly competition and appreciation for our beautiful campus.

Black Alumni Society Reunion

OUTREACH 2012-2013

Homecoming 2012

We are quickly approaching our 11th Black Alumni Society Reunion which will be held on April 19th-21st, 2013. Because of the generosity and dedication of those who supported our 10th Black Alumni Society Reunion, we were able to distribute more than $27,000 in scholarships. This year we hope to make an even greater impact as we “Think Back, Look Back, Come Back, and Give Back” in 2013. We look forward to seeing you at the Black Alumni Society Reunion events, and we appreciate your continued support. To register for the Black Alumni Society Events, please visit www.arkansasalumni.org/basreunion

Forever Arkansas

Forever Arkansas - the Arkansas Alumni Association’s event series to connect University of Arkansas alumni and friends across the country. Follow us on our social media outlets to be the first to know about our 2013 locations!

Fall Into Perks Perks, perks, perks! Did you know there are more than FIFTY

Very Important Perks (VIPerks ) for members? We often say that perks aren’t the reason people join, but are there to say “Thank you” to our members.

We constantly add more perks throughout each year. We know it is easy to forget they are there and we work endlessly to get the word out about new and old perks. Be sure to follow our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/arkansasalumni and watch for our “Perks Wednesdays” posts each week. We highlight something fantastic and we want to make sure YOU get the most out of your VIPerks. The following sections include a full listing of our current VIPerks for your convenience.

Help us get the word out!

If you use a perk be sure to post it on any of our social media outlets and use

@ArkansasAlumni -or-

#ArkansasAlumni

to tag us!

You might even win a gift!

Bookmark www.arkansasalumni.org/perks for all things perks and www.arkansasalumni.org/perks-quicklist to view a full listing like the one in the following section. Don’t miss your monthly perk listing in @Arkansas too!

Have questions or ideas for VIPerks? Contact us at membership@arkansasalumni.org.

for Arkansas Alumni Association MEMBERS @Arkansas: Exclusive monthly e-newsletter Alumni Groups: Connect to fellow

Express Lube Car Care: 15% off in

Arkansas Alumni Shopping: Go

of all orders when ordering through the Fayettechill online store.

Fayetteville Courtyard Marriott: $30 off the regular rate

Razorbacks around the globe

to www.arkansasalumnishopping.com to earn up to 40% cash back from over 5,000 retailers

Arkansas Alumni Worldwide Hotel Discount Program: Take advantage

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts in Little Rock: 15% savings when you

FTD Arkansas Roses: Arkansas Razorback Roses: $15 off Arkansas

Roses Collection or any product in the Collegiate Roses collection.

Garvan Woodland Gardens: $5.00 off membership and 10% at the Outer Space Gift Shop Global Campus: Discounted rates on courses, facilities and conference services

Hampton Inn & Suites Little Rock (West): $10 off the best available rate Hawgs Illustrated: $10 off annual print subscription

Hewlett Packard: Access to HP Acad-

emy Online Education Store to save 10%

HPER Access: Access to purchase a HPER membership

Hog Heaven: 15% off merchandise in store with valid membership card!

Houndstooth: 25% off at the Block Street Store

Image Matters, Inc.: 20% discount on

individual consulting services I.M. Spa: Free Razorback Scrub and more Inn at Carnall Hall: $120 room rate Inn at Bella Vista: 20% off during the week and 10% off on weekends

book a “Best Flex Guest Room” Deepwood House: 10% off lodging

Jose’s on Dickson and Jose’s Southwest Grille: 15% off your entire

Annual parking pass discounted $50!

Kaplan Education Centers Discount: 10% off classroom-based and

bill every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Dickson Street Parking Deck:

Dog-E-Glow: 20% discount on officially licensed U of A products!

Ear Nose & Throat Center of the Ozarks: 10% discount on hearing aids Embassy Suites: 10% to 20% off in NWA, 10% to 20% off in Hot Springs, 10% off in Little Rock

online-based prep courses

Laughlin house Bed & Breakfast: 10% discount on your room of choice

Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa:

15% on spa services and 12% on lodging

MovingDayBoxes.com: 15% off sitewide *PERKS in RED are available nationwide. (continued on next page)

www.arkansasalumni.org/perks

of savings that may exceed 50% and average 10-20% below best available rates. Any hotel, anywhere, anytime.

ARKANSAS Magazine: Dues supported and exclusive for members, this award-winning quarterly magazine is now available online! Students: due to mailing restrictions your magazine won’t arrive in your mailbox, but please view it online anytime!

AutoAnything.com: 10% off your purchase of $100 or more Belle Boutique: The hottest boutique on the U of A campus offers 15% off of your ENTIRE purchase!

Bordinos: 25% off of food on WEDNESDAYS! Brooks Brothers: 15% savings online and in stores Candlewood Suites: Studio Suite for $69 (regularly $99) and Executive One Bedroom Suite for $80 (regularly $129) Car Rental Discounts: Alamo, Avis, Hertz and more through Working Advantage Clubhaus Fitness: 50% off joining fees

Fayetteville or Fort Smith

Fayettechill Clothing Co.: 15% off

PERKS

VIPerks*

VIPerks

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Mullins Library Access: Browse or use

collections on site, borrowing privileges and databases and e-journals Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: $10 off annual dues for first time members Play it Forward Golf: Save up to 70% on greens fees at over 3,400 courses Pratt Place Inn & Barn: 15% off lodging Hog Wild Tailgates: Early Hog registration provides a discount to all alumni members and a free gift on Membership Appreciation Day ProQuest & ABI/Inform: Access nearly 6,000 popular journals and data

Raizin’ Razorbacks Legacy Program:

Eligibility to enroll your children or grandchildren for milestone gifts

Razorback CareerLink & Job Board:

Access to RCL connecting you to over five million employers Razorback Road Trips: SEC related football games and basketball tournaments Razorlites: 10% off of all products!

Residence Inn by Marriott Springdale: 15% - 20% off

Replay Photos: 15% off of purchases! Please contact the Arkansas Alumni Association at 1-888-275-2586 for the Alumni Discount Code!

Rowdy Beaver Den on Dickson:

10% discount on all food items Sam’s Club: $25 gift card when you sign up or renew a Sam’s Club Plus Membership.

Spa Botanica: Indulge yourself or someone you love to their own personal botanical oasis...

for 10% less! This offer is available Monday through Friday and may not be combined with any other discounts or promotions.

Stevens Worldwide Van Lines: Discounted storage and handling

TCBY in Fayetteville: Enjoy 15% off on your favorite yogurt on campus!

Ticketdeals from Ticketmaster:

Discounted tickets to events in your area

The Jackson House:

15% discount on event rental

The Wine Cellar: 10% off your tab!

Tontitown Winery: 15% off on all wine purchases

UA Bookstore & Razorback Shops:

10% discount on UA Bookstore and Razorback Shop merchandise (excludes textbooks and computers) UA Press Discount: 10% discount on UA Press Publications UARK Federal Credit Union: Access to join the UARK FCU UARK Photos: 15% off purchases Uptown Eyes: Save 15% on glasses and sunglasses!

Walton Arts Center: Discounts to many performances

Walton College of Business Professional Development Programs: 10% discount on open enrollment professional development courses

Working Advantage Entertainment Discount: One stop site for discounts on

online shopping, movie tickets, DVD rentals, tickets to sporting events and more!

Know someone who isn’t a member, but would like some of these programs?

Tell them about it! Anyone can use our programs in the Alumni Marketplace. The Arkansas Alumni Association partners with a number of independent vendors who offer something of value to alumni. We receive a portion of the revenue generated by these programs.

Alumni Marketplace

By participating in these programs, you can show your pride in the University of Arkansas while helping the Alumni Association achieve its mission of “connecting and serving the University of Arkansas Family.”

Learn more at

www.arkansasalumni.org/marketplace.

Hog Wild Tailgates

Members and guests are invited to the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House prior to every home (Fayetteville) football game to mingle with friends, enjoy the entertainment with beverages and food from various caterers and, of course, get ready to cheer on the Hogs!

Alumni Legacy Scholarship

For more information about AAA scholarships, visit

www.arkansasalumni.org/scholarships or contact the Scholarship Coordinator: scholarships@arkansasalumni.org.

Student Programs

The Student Alumni Association (SAA) was created by students for students. It is designed to inspire loyalty and involvement with University of Arkansas students.

To learn more about the SAA and how to get a 5% discount on textbooks and more, visit www.arkansasalumni.org/students.

Alumni Ambassadors

The Arkansas Alumni Ambassadors program offers you the opportunity to recruit prospective students from your area to the University of Arkansas. For more information, visit www.arkansasalumni.org/recruitment.

FAMILY

A Part of the Family

Alumni Family Connections Membership provides numerous ways for alumni and friends to stay connected to the University and to each other. The following are some of the best ways to stay connected, stay informed and stay involved.

Get Involved in Your Alumni Group Alumni groups provide a way for you to get involved with the YOU of A! Geographic groups, academic societies and affinity societies are a great way to connect through watch parties, student recruitment, mentoring and professional networking!

Learn more by visiting www.arkansasalumni.org/groups or calling at 1-888-ARK-ALUM (888-275-2586).

ARKANSAS Magazine

Your membership dollars help directly support the Association’s award-winning ARKANSAS magazine. Receive this beautiful publication four times a year and stay up to date on the latest current events at the University of Arkansas.

@Arkansas Keep in touch with @Arkansas, the monthly e-newsletter of the Arkansas Alumni Association, providing you the latest on academic and athletic news as well as news from the Association.

Social Networking Are You Social? We Are! Join fellow alumni and friends and stay connected and informed.

Visit www.arkansasalumni.org/besocial.

www.arkansasalumni.org

P. O. Box 1070, Fayetteville, AR 72702 888-275-2586, 479-575-5177 FAX

Upgrading Membership, Membership VIPerks and Dues Levels

CONNECTIONS

Helpful Websites

membership@arkansasalumni.org

Finding Lost Classmates and Updating Your Contact Information

records@arkansasalumni.org

Events, Activities and Facility Information

programs@arkansasalumni.org

Scholarships and Grant Programs

scholarships@arkansasalumni.org

Razorbacks on Tour and Razorback Road Trips

travel@arkansasalumni.org

ARKANSAS Magazine and @Arkansas e-Newsletter

news@arkansasalumni.org

Inquire about Magazine and Electronic Advertising

advertising@arkansasalumni.org

Connect with the Arkansas Alumni Career Network

career@arkansasalumni.org

Get Involved, Learn about Volunteer Opportunities

volunteer@arkansasalumni.org

TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: Tell us what you think about this publication and we’ll send you a gift in appreciation for your feedback.

email:

membership@arkansasalumni.org

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