Acadia
University and its Associated Alumni celebrate renewed relationship
For Release: October 27, 2003
(Wolfville,
NS) - Acadia University and the Associated Alumni of
Acadia University (AAAU) solidified their growing working
relationship with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on
Tuesday, October 21.
"This renewed working
relationship has been developing over the last several months and
has culminated in Tuesday's signing. I look forward to building a
partnership governed by trust and goodwill," said Dr. Gail Dinter-Gottlieb,
President and Vice-Chancellor Acadia University.
Representatives from
Acadia and the AAAU have worked enthusiastically on several joint
projects over the last year. Important initiatives have included the
establishment of a communications committee for the Acadia Bulletin
magazine, organizing the Acadia Alumni Gala Dinner in Halifax and
the Residence Room Naming fundraising campaign.
"It is so satisfying
to be moving forward. It is a time of good news for Acadia and its
alumni," said Gordon Proudfoot, President Associated Alumni of
Acadia University.
The renewed
relationship between Acadia and the AAAU is the result of the hard
work of a volunteer alumni group called 'Friends of Acadia.' Acadia
is unique in that its Alumni Association is a separately
incorporated body. This dedicated group, which organized in 2001,
assumed a leadership role in the Associated Alumni with the hope of
more open communication with the University. Their work culminated
in the signing of the MOU last week.
"I have never seen
such a dedicated group as the 'Friends of Acadia.' This self-starter
group of Acadia grads has encouraged the most positive spirit," said
Gordon Proudfoot.
Some overriding
principles of the memorandum include: collaborating in the best
interest of Acadia, focusing on initiatives that serve to advance
the reputation of Acadia, enhancing opportunities for fundraising,
and promoting Acadia as an institution of choice to prospective
students. The document confirms that the AAAU, through its
incorporation, is a separate autonomous body.
The University and the
AAAU are excited about new collaborative initiatives which include
the revitalization of the alumni branches and an annual fundraising
campaign focused on providing increased financial assistance for
students.
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For more information contact:
Sheri Woodland
Communications Manager
Office of Public Affairs
Acadia University
(902) 585-1362
Acadia
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