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Engaging Young Alumni in the Journey Down Memory Lane
At SocialArchive, we frequently emphasise the influential force of nostalgia and its potential to foster deeper engagement within your alumni network.
In this blog post, you'll discover how harnessing nostalgia can deepen engagement with the younger members of your alumni community! 🎓⭐
Upcoming Webinars: April 2024
Welcome to our April webinars! This month, we're delving deep into the realm of data-driven development, exploring its potential in uncovering valuable insights about your alumni. Additionally, we'll be discussing how to leverage your institutional history to propel future development initiatives.
Social Media without the Social Media
In the realm of alumni engagement, social media platforms provide unparalleled reach but come with a host of challenges—declining usage, mounting privacy concerns, and even uncertainties like the longevity of platforms (consider recent discussions about the potential national ban of TikTok in the US).
In our latest article, we delve into the necessity of embracing a nuanced approach; supplementing social media efforts with other innovative engagement strategies to ensure lasting connections and meaningful interactions with your community.
Feature Update: Automated Redaction
Are you interested in harnessing the power of nostalgia but worried about sharing certain content from your archives in the process?
SocialArchive harnesses the latest technology, allowing you to benefit from making your history part of your engagement strategy, without sensitive information or concerns around data protection holding you back.
Find out more about our redation features here.
Upcoming Webinars: March 2024
Welcome to our March webinars! This month, we're diving into powerful strategies that leverage your history to enhance engagement within your community. Plus, we're providing you the opportunity to learn effective outreach techniques to reconnect with those alumni you may have lost touch with.
Tapping into the Power of Nostalgia: Why a Social Archive is the Answer
Discover how nostalgia can be harnessed as a powerful tool in fostering enduring connections with alumni.
In this article, we delve into the transformative impact of social archives on alumni engagement within educational institutions.
Upcoming Webinars: February 2024
Our February webinars have arrived! This month we will be covering how the power of your history can help drive your development and advancement goals. What’s more we will also be covering how to reach out and connect with those you may have lost touch with.
Don't miss out! Take a moment to mark the dates on your calendar and secure your spot by registering now.
Future Proofing Alumni Engagement – A Discussion on GDPR Compliance & Redaction Tactics for Schools & Universities
In the rapidly evolving landscape of alumni engagement, there has been a transformative shift towards digital interactions. As institutions harness the power of technology to connect with their alumni, the need to navigate the intricate web of data protection regulations, especially the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), has become paramount.
This article explores the imperative of future-proofing alumni engagement with a particular focus on GDPR compliance and the strategic use of redaction tactics.
Navigating the Twitter/X Exodus: Why Schools and Universities Need to Look Beyond Social Media Networks to Manage and Engage their Community.
In recent times, the social media landscape has witnessed a noticeable shift, particularly with Twitter (now known as ‘X’) experiencing a significant decline in its active user base.
For educational institutions that rely heavily on social media platforms to connect with their communities, this type of shift can pose a significant challenge.
In this article, we delve into the repercussions of the Twitter/X exodus on schools and universities and underscore the importance of your own platforms to manage and engage your communities.
Upcoming Webinars: January 2024
Celebrate the arrival of the new year by joining us as we delve into strategies for supercharging your alumni engagement in 2024, or join us as we explore effective methods to reconnect with those you may have lost touch with.
Discovering the Importance of Identifying Alumni Champions: A Step-by-Step Guide.
In alumni relations, recognising and cultivating your champions is crucial. These individuals, through their passionate advocacy, enhance your institution's brand, foster stronger engagement within your alumni community, and create (and mobilise others) in fundraising opportunities. Identifying your champions involves several strategic methods…
Read on for our step-by-step guide!
Upcoming Webinars: November 2023
Announcing our November webinars! Whether you’re looking to understand how your history can be used to support your advancement goals, or you’re looking to drive the digital reach of your alumni engagement, we’ve got you covered!
Take a moment to note the dates on your calendar and secure your place by registering now.
The Power of Interactive Communications
As an expert in the field of alumni relations, you are undoubtedly aware of the vital importance of maintaining a strong and enduring connection with your alumni community. It's not a question of whether you should communicate with your alumni—it's how you are doing it that matters.
In this article, we'll explore the power of interactive communications versus more traditional broadcast methods. Read on to find out more!
Upcoming Webinars: October 2023
Our October webinars have arrived. This month, we've curated four enlightening sessions for you. Make sure you don't miss these valuable chances to expand your knowledge.
Take a moment to note the dates on your calendar and secure your place by registering now.
How Do I Consistently Source Content That Engages My Alumni Community?
Consistently sourcing engaging content for your alumni community can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task, but it’s an essential one in fostering a strong and engaged alumni network. Building and maintaining an engaged alumni community is a powerful asset for any educational institution.
However, keeping your alumni community engaged requires more than occasional updates and event invitations. It calls for a well-thought-out content strategy that consistently connects, but also resonates with your alumni.
One of the keys to achieving this is creating an archive, a treasure trove of memories and information that can be used to source content effectively. Read on to find out more.
Upcoming Webinars: September 2023
Introducing our September webinar lineup…
We’ve included four informative sessions this month. Don't miss out on these valuable opportunities to broaden your knowledge. Take a moment to mark the dates on your calendar and secure your spot by registering today.
Ten ways to take a data-driven approach to alumni engagement
In today's data-driven world, educational institutions are finding ever more innovative ways to leverage data for a myriad of purposes, and alumni engagement is no exception.
The use of data can revolutionise the way you engage your alumni, leading to stronger relationships, increased support, and more active communities.
In this article we'll explore how your institution can harness data to support your alumni engagement efforts and build lasting connections.
Ten innovative ways to make your alumni feel valued
Your alumni community is an invaluable asset. It consists of individuals who have walked the halls, experienced the education, and gone on to achieve great things in their respective fields. Nurturing a strong sense of belonging and appreciation among alumni is essential for maintaining a vibrant and engaged community.
In this article, we explore ten innovative ways to make members of your alumni community feel valued.
Upcoming Webinars: August 2023
Announcing our August webinars! We are excited to introduce three captivating webinars, including our popular "lunchtime learning" sessions!
Don't miss out on these valuable opportunities to broaden your knowledge. Take a moment to mark the dates on your calendar and secure your spot by registering today!
How to target the right members of your alumni community for particular fundraising projects
When targeting members of your alumni community for specific fundraising projects or campaigns, it’s important to consider their interests, engagement level, and potential affinity towards the cause in question.
With 100% (yes that’s 100%!) of alumni believing that any communication from their former school or university is merely an appeal for money, it is CRUCIAL you target the right members of your alumni community
Read on for our step-by-step guide to effectively target the best individuals.