Some colleges have begun offering alumni permanent e-mail addresses, providing the graduates an easy way to stay in touch with each other and their schools.
Many universities phase out student e-mail accounts upon graduation.
But large institutions now are offering lifelong e-mail addresses, and smaller colleges are following their lead. Permanent e-mails are attractive to alumni because they make it easier to stay in touch with classmates and network. Schools like the option because it allows them to maintain contact with potential donors. The e-mail address will keep them connected with the university. Lifelong e-mail service is free to students.