Students

Calling all current students! Did you know you can engage with the University of Richmond Alumni Association even before you graduate? By serving as a Reunion Student Ambassador or participating in one of our student centered programs, you'll have the opportunity to learn how to stay involved after graduation, as well as make alumni connections.

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  • Reunion Student Ambassadors

    Reunion Student Ambassador (RSA) is a paid position during Reunion Weekend (May 31 - June 2, 2024). Ambassadors serve as liaisons to 14 reunion classes who return to campus for three days of festivities. Specific responsibilities include working with the Alumni Engagement staff, talking to alumni about student life, greeting alumni at registration, attending alumni class events, assisting alumni with way finding, and making everyone feel welcome back on campus.

    The hiring process for Reunion Weekend 2024 will begin in March.

    For more information about the RSA program, please contact reunion@richmond.edu. 

  • Student Alumni Association

    Mission and Vision:

    The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is a membership-based student organization charged with fostering Spider Pride amongst the student body and providing opportunities to educate students about the Spider alumni network and the 6 points of alumni engagement.

    The association is a way for undergraduate students to enhance their experience while at Richmond by instilling a commitment to lifelong engagement with the University.

    Student Profile and Responsibilities:

    SAA members are highly motivated students spanning all-four class years who wish to pursue an experience to deepen their understanding of, and appreciation for, a lifelong connection with the University of Richmond. Members have the opportunity to develop and host events, build relationships with alumni, maintain the history and traditions of UR, and spread the word about Spider Pride to their peers – with a focus on the 6 points of engagement as defined by Advancement.

    The 6 points of engagement are: Give, Volunteer, Recruit, Hire, Attend, and Share. These 6 points serve as tenants for educating the members who will then in turn be responsible for educating their peers.

    Apply to join the Student Alumni Association here.

    Membership:

    Student Alumni Association members can choose to apply for one of two levels of membership. The first level is that of Elite Membership, and the second is general membership.

    Elite Members

    Responsibilities:

    • Attend 4 of 6 meetings annually.
    • Facilitate occasional tours for alumni returning to campus.
    • Participate in events sponsored by Advancement such as:
      • Career Expo
      • Local alumni events
      • Family Weekend
      • Homecoming Weekend
      • Reunion Weekend
      • Candlelight
    • Foster and promote Spider Pride within fellow students.
    • Implement signature events and programming to educate the student body on 6 points of engagement.
    • Generate ideas for and facilitate the building of traditions.

    Benefits:

    • Access to UROnline alumni directory.
    • Exclusive opportunities to network and connect with alumni leadership, employers, and campus leadership.
    • Exclusive T-Shirt/polo and other alumni swag.
    • Invitations to exclusive alumni events.
    • Recognized as an alumni leader upon graduation and exclusive invitation to Red Spider Society.
    • First priority consideration for other alumni leadership positions post-graduation, such as Recent Grad Regional Councils membership.
    • Exclusive exam study breaks each semester.

    General Members

    Responsibilities:

    • Attend 2 of 6 meetings annually.
    • Serve as a liaison between SAA and other student organizations to disseminate SAA initiatives.
    • Foster and promote Spider Pride within fellow students.
    • Participate in 2 signature events or programs annually on behalf of SAA to educate the student body on 6 points of engagement.
    • Generate ideas for and facilitate the building of traditions.

    Benefits:

    • Access to UROnline alumni directory.
    • Opportunities to participate in and network with alumni at various events throughout the year.
    • Invitations to select alumni events.
    • Recognized as alumni leader upon graduation and exclusive invitation to Red Spider Society.
    • Considered for other alumni leadership positions post-graduation, such as Recent Grad Regional Councils membership.
    • Exclusive exam study breaks each semester.