Seifert suggested checking with Seyfrit on workshops at the next CII meeting. Heyl said that an international alumni database is being developed. Alumni relate to their academic programs. Davis said that departments may have extensive mailing lists. Chen said that a general newsletter could go to international alumni.
Alumni can recommend potential students and help with funding priorities.
Seifert asked about alumni starting their own associations. Heyl said that one was founded in Thailand this semester. An alumni dinner was given in Bangkok on October 24. The Office of International Programs and Alumni Relations are proposing a jointly funded part-time position to further develop the basic infrastructure for international alumni communication. One suggestion was for alumni to donate money for library collections in their academic area.