Alumni Department News

UWS Alumni Book Club Launches

We are excited to announce the launch of the latest alumni and friends community benefit, the UWS alumni book club! In this online community, UWS alumni, friends, faculty and staff will connect with each other to read and discuss books on a wide range of health and professional topics, as well as membersubmitted recommendations. There is no cost to participate – you just have to get a copy of the book to enjoy.

How it works

The book club will connect through a private online forum where members can discuss the current book and network with each other. The group will spend approximately two months on each book, so you’ll have plenty of time to read. As a member, you are able to participate in some or all of our book selections as your schedule allows. You can join any time, or even skip a book.

Why should you join?

There are three main reasons we hope you’ll be excited to participate in our book club:

1. Connect and network with your fellow peers 2. Be a part of a lifelong learning community 3. Reading benefits your health and well-being Our book club partner:

PBC Guru manages professional book clubs for companies, libraries and alumni associations. Lisa from PBC guru will be moderating our book club to help make this program a great experience for all participants.

Sign up now!

Upcoming Meetup Opportunity in Portland

Calling all local Portland and Washington alumni and friends! Join us for our first in-person meetup of 2021.

When: Thursday, September 16, 5-7 p.m.

Where: Heathen Brewing. 1109 Washington St, Vancouver, WA 98660

Please send an RSVP to Amy Lodholz at alodholz@uws.edu by September 1

New Member Directory in Switchboard

UWS Switchboard is proud to announce a brand-new and highly requested member directory function! The directory is an easy way to search and connect with colleagues and friends.

How to access the directory: • Click on the ‘People’ tab near the top of the home page. • You’ll see filter options including: • Class year • Interests • Recent activity • Alumni status, staff status, etc.

Feedback on the new feature is greatly appreciated! Connect with alumni@uws.edu.

Switchboard is open to all UWS alumni and friends. Sign up here: https://uws. switchboardhq.com/sign_up 