The MPPGA Alumni Association fosters and maintains professional connections to build a supportive alumni community.

Established in Spring 2021, the Alumni Association Board (AAB) directs the Association’s activities, with appointment through a nomination process. Aside from meeting once every month to discuss current and upcoming initiatives, AAB members also meet regularly with the alumni community, program staff, faculty, and current students to coordinate views and input.

The Alumni Association has led several events since its formation, including alumni socials, orientations for incoming MPPGA students, and an Alumni Reunion in Spring 2022.

All members of the MPPGA student and alumni community are welcome to attend AAB meetings. If you have any suggestions, questions, and feedback for the Board, please reach out at mppga.aab@gmail.com.

Objectives and Progress

The Alumni Association’s work is currently guided by three main objectives.

Keeping the MPPGA community connected after graduation:

  • Leading events with community partners to engage both alumni and current students.

Support current MPPGA student activities:

  • Supporting orientation for incoming students.

  • Participating in career-building initiatives led by the program.

  • Meeting with newly-elected Student Association executives to provide guidance and maintain continuity when needed.

Maintaining connections and liaising with the MPPGA program on current initiatives:

  • Meeting with program staff and faculty to exchange information and provide support on initiatives.

  • Exploring future partnership opportunities to improve academic and professional experiences in the community.