Young Alumni Board

Vision

To develop and maintain the most dynamic and responsive young alumni organization in the country by establishing a shared sense of community among individuals whose ties to one another and to the Terry College of Business and the University of Georgia do not end with graduation.

Mission

Serve and support recent graduates of the Terry College of Business with programs and communications that are uniquely tailored to their own needs and perspectives; and promote and support the College’s programs and activities to cultivate and encourage a continuing affiliation among recent graduates and the institution.

Terry’s Young Alumni Board is comprised of 60 graduates from across the country who are 35 years old or younger. Founded in 2007, the board is charged with outreach and engagement to Terry’s young alumni community. The board’s mission is to develop initiatives that link students to alumni, foster a culture of giving, and support the college’s goal of excellence in education.

Initiatives

Second Century Club

As Terry College celebrates more than 100 years as a business school, the Second Century Club recognizes emerging philanthropists who earned their bachelors degree fewer than 12 years ago. These young alumni make a meaningful annual gift and are setting the standard for alumni of the next century.

TerryConnect

TerryConnect is your online platform for expanding and sharing your network with students and fellow alumni through discussion boards, affinity groups, virtual events, one-on-one connections, etc. Your engagement within the TerryConnect platform provides learning experiences for students outside the classroom and shapes their Terry experience.

10 for Terry

Join the movement and help the Young Alumni Board in their Signature Project, 10 for Terry. By signing up for a $10 monthly recurring gift to the Terry Excellence Fund, you can give back and have a positive impact on the opportunities and education of Terry students. While it's a small investment, you can make a significant impact!

Young Alumni Board Criteria

• Terry College graduate 35 years or younger or completed degree within the last 12 years
• Completed two years of post-graduate experience by the time of membership (July 1)
• Demonstrated passion for serving the Terry College
• Exhibits commitment to be an active board member and adds diversity of thought

Nomination Process

We encourage all interested candidates to secure a sponsor that currently serves on the Young Alumni Board, Alumni Board or Emeritus Board. We encourage all candidates to attend YAB events if possible. If you need assistance securing a sponsor please reach out to a nominating committee member listed below. Conversations will be had throughout the year in order to get to know and learn more about every candidate. New board member decisions will be made by the end of May and all candidates will be notified. For more information about the Terry Young Alumni Board and the nomination process, please contact the current Nominating Chair, Kristen Henderson.

Nominating Committee

• Kristen Henderson
• Maya Adolf
• Brittany Chitwood
• Chris Godfrey
• Caleb Nicholson
• Brian Olsen

Board Member Expectations

• Successfully serve a two-year term (beginning July 1)
• Provide financial leadership by participating in Terry’s annual giving campaign with a multi-year pledge (Second Century Club annual gift)
• Actively participate in the Terry Young Alumni Board’s Strategic Initiatives, such as the Signature Project, 10 for Terry
• Actively participate on the Terry Connect platform to mentor current students
• Engage with assigned Alumni Board mentor
• Attend semi-annual board meetings per year (Fall in Athens / Spring in Atlanta)
• Support the Terry College Alumni Awards and Gala
• Actively serve on your assigned Young Alumni Board committee (i.e. attend meetings, participate on conference calls, etc.)
• Champion Terry initiatives and the Dean’s priorities within your company and throughout the community
• Act as a host and ambassador various Terry College events (e.g., Tailgate with Terry & Tony, Dean's Receptions, Economic Luncheons, etc.)
• Pay annual Board dues of $125

Members