Alumni Association

OVERVIEW

The Millersville University Alumni Association (MUAA) is almost as old as the University. Members of Millersville’s first graduating class in 1858 vowed to form an alumni association with the classes of 1859 and 1860. In 1860, the three classes united and appointed a committee of three members, one from each class, to write an alumni association constitution. On August 30, 1861, the Millersville Alumni Association met for the first time in the library room of Old Main.

The MU Alumni Association is governed by a board of 25 directors who serve two-year terms and meet four times annually. Board leadership consists of four officers --- a president, president-elect, secretary and treasurer. All officers are elected to two-year terms by the board. In addition, the board includes appointed and approved chairpersons, one for each of the standing Alumni Association committees. The committees include: Financial Planning; Nominations and Awards; Engagement; Events; and Information Technology. Board members who do not serve as officers or chairpersons are considered at-large members, and they are required to serve on one or more of the above committees.

Please fill out and submit the Alumni Board Application in order to be considered.

MISSION

Out of gratitude for the education received at Millersville University and a belief in the value of public higher education, the Alumni Association is committed to continuous improvement of educational processes through its support to the University.

The Association promotes a meaningful dialogue and exchange of ideas between the University and its alumni. And, through the diverse programs of volunteer services and financial assistance, the Association is committed to strengthening alumni relations in support of the University's mission. These include providing information about the University to alumni, encouraging and supporting Millersville's educational relationship with alumni, sponsoring a variety of activities of interest to alumni and providing alumni with opportunities for service to the University.

GOALS

  • Communicate current, meaningful information about Millersville to alumni and friends of the University on a regular basis.
  • Increase participation in MUAA-sponsored programs in terms of numbers, geography and diversity.
  • Expand opportunities for alumni to maintain their relationships with one another.
  • Cultivate an understanding of engagement philanthropy with students so they will become active alumni.
  • Enhance and enrich the experiences of students through interaction with alumni.
  • Elevate Millersville's reputation and raise its visibility in the local community.
  • Engage in an ongoing planning process to meet the needs of an ever-changing alumni body.