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The Young Alumni Council invites all alumni who graduated within the last 10 years to get involved! We host a variety of events throughout the year, and we know many of them are sure to appeal to you and your friends!


Exciting Events Planned for 2008!

 

Be part of a new tradition:

Spring Reunion 2008 - May 16-17

There's nothing like Carolina in the spring, so you will not want to miss Spring Reunion Weekend May 16-17.  In addition to the excitement of reunions for many classes and visiting new and old familiar places on campus, the Spring Reunion Weekend includes musical concerts, food, fun, and fellowship.  We'll have something for alumni of all ages and their families and tie in events from you individual school or college of study.  Enjoy sharing your memories, meeting with friends, and great spring time weather. 

May 22:  Annual President's Reception

All current members of the Carolina Alumni Association living in Richland and Lexington Counties are invited to attend the 2008 Annual President's Reception and Member Celebration. 

This event, held exclusively for members of the Alumni Association, is hosted by President and Mrs. Sorensen at the Zone at Williams Brice Stadium, Thursday, May 22, 2008, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. 

For additional information on this event, click here.

 May 29:  Young Alumni Social

Come join fellow young alumni and recent graduates for a poolside social!  In addition to re-connecting with friends and fellow Carolina alumni, you'll enjoy complimentary drinks and food from the grill provided by The Gates at Williams Brice and the Carolina Alumni Association's Young Alumni Council (www.mycarolina.org/yac).
 
Young Alumni Social
Thursday, May 29, 2008
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The Gates at Williams Brice - Poolside
1085 Shop Rd.
Columbia, SC 29201
866-202-0440
 
There will be garnet and black giveaways as well.  By May 22, please RSVP by calling 777-4111, or by visiting MyCarolina.org/rsvp.

 

 

 

 


Young Alumni News and Notes

 
Interested in Serving on the
Young Alumni Council in 2008-09?
 
The Carolina Alumni Association is looking for recent graduates in the Midlands to serve on the Young Alumni Council for the upcoming year.  The 16 Board members meet monthly and plan events and activities for Carolina alumni. 
 
Serving on the Board is a great way to network with other recent graduates, and you'll have a great time serving your alma mater. 
If you are interested in serving on the Board, please click here for an application (deadline to apply is April 25, 2008). 
 
Alumni Association Member Profiles:
 
Learn about other Alumni Association members and how they are serving both their alma mater and community:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you have a story to share, please contact Brad Muller at MullerB@Carolinaalumni.org.
 
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The State Recognizes Carolina Graduates
 
Each year, Columbia's newspaper, The State, recognizes individuals under the age of 40 making a difference in the community.  In 2008, the following Carolina alumni were awarded the honor:
 
Jennifer Baker
Mia Butler
Bianca Crawford
Jay Davis
Teresa Wilson Florence
Wesley Graybill
Padgett Lewis
Heather Liafsha
Craig Nix
Michael Oana
Laura Robinson
Murrell Smith
 
To view the article, please click here.
 


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USC's NEW Exclusive Professional
and Social Network
 
The Gamecock Network is an exclusive professional and social networking tool to help you re-connect, make new connections, get advice, or find jobs and/or employees. So login, build your profile and keep up-to-date on alumni events happening across the world!  All you need is your AAID number (listed above your name on the mailing panel of most mailings from USC), your birth date, and your zipcode.  Registering is simple:
  1. Enter your User ID and Password (if you already have one), or CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT (using your AAID, Birth date, Zip Code)
  2. Login and start adding your friends to your network

Now you can use the contacts you already have, to connect with other Gamecock alumni and expand your circle.

Once you’re there, you can:

  • Join your school or colleges Alumni Society group for more information and connections within your field
  • Find alumni that can help you land a job, or find a better job
  • Sublet your extra room by messaging your extended network
  • Hear about events going on in your area put on by alums you know
  • Start groups to stay in touch with your on-campus clubs/activities
  • Share photos and blogs in a secure environment
  • And much, much more!

This new service is brought to you courtesy of the Carolina Alumni Association. To start connecting, simply register, log in, and start building your network today!

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Learn How You Can Win Great Prizes!
 
My Carolina Membership Campaign
Every-Member-Get-A-Member Initiative
 
What can you do to make the Carolina Alumni Association better and stronger?  It's simple.  Ask a friend to join. 
 
Want to win an iPod Nano, gift certificates and other great prizes??!!!  Of course you do -- here's how:
 
The Alumni Association has launched its Every-Member-Get-A-Member (EMGAM) initiative as part of the "My Carolina" membership campaign.  The EMGAM initiative offers incentives and rewards for current members to seek out their friends, former classmates and acquaintances and show them the benefits of membership. 
 
If you're a member an haven't tried it, the process is fun, fast and easy.  Simply CLICK HERE and follow the five simple steps.


CONTACT INFORMATION:

Andrew Christopherson '05 (E-mail)
Director, Alumni Programs
Carolina Alumni Association
Columbia, SC  29208
(803) 777-4111
(803) 777-6263 (f)

 

Young Alumni Council 

UPCOMING EVENTS:


OFFICERS:

  • Garrett Humphries, '01, '02
    Chairperson (E-mail)
     
  • Mark Tibshrany, '02
    Vice-Chairperson (E-mail)
     
  • Krista Wingard, '03
    Secretary (E-mail)
     
  • Brandon Bookstaver, '04

     
  • David Bornemann, '03, '06

     
  • Natalie Cappuccio Britt, '00

     
  • Brantley Clark, '02

     
  • Matthew Gates, '98, '02

     
  • Jason Gowdy, '99

     
  • John Griggs, '00

     
  • Bethany Human, '05

     
  • Clint Leach, '04, '07

     
  • Michael Scott, '00

     
  • Joseph Tomlin, '05

     
  • Katie Wilmesherr, '06

     
  Let us know what you think