2005 -2010 Strategic Plan

Since 1967, the Boise State Alumni Association has helped thousands of alumni and friends maintain a relationship with Boise State University. Throughout its history, the alumni association has adapted to the ever-changing needs of a metropolitan university and its growing constituent base.

In response to new and emerging circumstances, the alumni association had developed our next five-year goals and objectives. It moves beyond what has worked in the past and encourages bold, new initiatives that support Boise State University and assisting with its aspiration of becoming a metropolitan research university of distinction. It invests in the people who will make our goals happen; alumni, students, friends and other members of the campus community.

The strategic goals of our plan are as follows:

STRENGTHEN OUR MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM

Great universities are measured by the loyalty and support of alumni. As an alumni association, we aspire to be recognized among the best. A strong membership program is one way to measure success. Our association desires to make our membership program more accessible to larger numbers of alumni. We also must make serving our members a focus of our efforts.

ESTABLISH CAMPUS CONNECTIONS

Our campus is alive with opportunities for alumni and students to establish connections. The alumni association will partner with other campus entities to promote involvement among many constituents. We will also actively work to establish, maintain and promote campus traditions.

INFORM AND INVOLVE OUR CONSTITUENTS

We will create meaningful opportunities for alumni, friends and Bronco fans to remain connected with Boise State. Additionally, we will work to tell the unfolding Boise State story to our constituents. Through communication and involvement, the alumni association will support Boise State by growing a loyal and generous base.

ENHANCE THE HEALTH OF THE ORGANIZATION

Our goals cannot be reached without careful consideration of the organization's resources, leaders, and future space needs. From data management, to financial reserves, to staff, to our physical presence on campus, we must proactively continue smart growth.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

GOAL 1 STRENGTHEN OUR MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM

  • Increase membership to 8% of graduates
  • Increase retention rate to 60% annually
  • Expand member benefits
  • Keep up with market trends and membership rates
  • Expand electronic abilities

GOAL 2 ESTABLISH CAMPUS CONNECTIONS

  • Support the university administration
  • Remain consistent with Boise State's strategic plan
  • Solidify the alumni association as the keeper of university traditions
  • Strengthen the cooperative relationship with student affairs
  • Strengthen the cooperative relationship with our advancement partners
  • Strengthen the cooperative relationship with the colleges and BSU locations
  • Expand Student alumni association membership to 50 active students
  • Promote alumni and student interaction

GOAL 3 INFORM AND INVOLVE OUR CONSTITUENTS

  • Actively maintain 15 or more strategic alumni networks
  • Reach 50% of alumni electronically
  • Expand recognition efforts for alumni, students and friends of Boise State
  • Increase interaction with alumni through print and electronic communication
  • Expand programming to reflect the university's strengths in arts and academics
  • Develop opportunities for alumni to serve their university and their community
  • Assist alumni with personal and professional development
  • Create a consistent image for the organization

GOAL 4 ENHANCE THE HEALTH OF THE ORGANIZATION

  • Ensure the financial stability of the organization
  • Enhance our facilities and on-campus presence
  • Expand professional development for alumni leaders and staff
  • Maintain adequate staff for organization effectiveness
  • Work with advancement to improve data accuracy
  • Recruit strong leadership while remaining connected with past leaders
  • Ensure necessary separation of association and university operations

Mission

To promote the advancement of academic excellence by fostering alliances among alumni, students, friends and the university community while supporting our university's traditions and future.

Vision

A dynamic and diverse network of alumni and friends working to advance Boise State University.

Values

Education. We believe in the power of education and lifelong learning not only for the individual, but also for the betterment of our community.

Tradition. We respect and promote our university's traditions as we build toward an even greater future.

Collaboration. We encourage collaboration by all who share our commitment to higher education.

Involvement. We provide opportunities for alumni to remain involved with Boise State.

Advocacy. We are Boise State advocates who encourage greater investment in higher education.

Loyalty. We are loyal alumni who actively show our Boise State pride.

STRATEGIC PLAN DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tom Beitia, Board Rhiannon Horn, Staff Rich Stanwood, Foundation
Donna Conner, Staff Alex LaBeau, Board Mark Urick, BAA
Lee Denker, Staff Cheryl Myers, Board Margie Van Vooren, Student Affairs
Mark Dunham, Advancement Susie Schumacher, Board James Warr, Board
Logan Freeman, Student Alumni Associaton Sandy Gough, College of Business and Economics Brian Yeargain, Board