I donate, I watch the game, and even read the newsletter...but other than that I'm not sure where else I can be useful!

Today Universities are increasing their capacity to track their alumni through high end database systems and new outreach programs. Once (re)connected, these alumni prove to be a limitless resource of information, ideas, and at times energy - no, not money no matter how much an advancement officer wishes! This dedication to their institution and to the state/region in which they live are positive relationships that should be explored.

Within the context of UNC Tomorrow, there are many identified challenges with even more solutions - but as we realize that one size does not fit all - the response phase should probably include the very public that helped us identify the list in the first place.

What is the appropriate role for alumni in the modern University? How should campuses best engage their alumni beyond the checkbook and sporting events (both necessary and exciting in their own rights)? Who is getting it right? What can we learn from them?

Glad to hear that's in the report...I think about it EVERY DAY!

Welcome back to the UNC Tomorrow Blog!

Approved by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors, the UNC Tomorrow Commission Report has hopped up on two very large feet to begin its journey through the response phase. Each campus and staff at General Administration will spend the next few months to a year responding and preparing thorough plans that answer the challenges posed by the people of North Carolina.

Which report recommendation relates most directly to your family and/or professional life? Why? Is there an area of the report that you hope is addressed before all others? Do you have an answer that should be shared with our campuses?