How Your Membership Helps the University, Alumni and Students

Your membership in the Indiana State University Alumni Association makes you a valued member of the alumni family united by shared unapologetic pride in Indiana State University.

All alumni of Indiana State University as well as currently enrolled students (12 hours or more) are automatically members of the Alumni Association. 

When you upgrade your membership with a gift to the Alumni Association, you help provide unique programs, services, information and resources to build meaningful connections and relationships among alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University across generations and around the world.

Indiana State University Alumni Association benefit to the University
- Builds public awareness and support
- Recruits alumni to share time, talent and counsel
- Identifies and encourages potential students
- Assists with the maintenance of the Indiana State University Foundation database
- Fosters pride among alumni
- Supports college and department programs
- Encourages philanthropy

Indiana State University Alumni Association benefit to Alumni
- Encourages and promotes volunteer engagement opportunities
- Provides connections with the University family
- Recognizes alumni and student achievement
- Informs about the University, alumni and students
- Serves as the voice of alumni in University matters
- Sponsors programs and events that educate, entertain and build community
- Offers valuable services and discount programs
- Tells the stories of University history and traditions

Indiana State University Alumni Association benefit to Students
- Introduces students to the value of the alumni network                                                             - Educates about University history and traditions                                                                          - Enhances student life through welcome events, Homecoming and graduation celebrations  
- Supports student awards and scholarships
- Sponsors the Sycamore Ambassador student leadership organization 

Membership Options

MEMBER – all Indiana State University alumni and students who have completed 12 hours are regarded as members of the Indiana State University Alumni Association. Faculty and staff University may become members, upon request, by contacting the Alumni Association.

When you upgrade your membership with a gift to the Alumni Association, you help provide unique programs, services, information and resources to build meaningful connections and relationships among the University family.

Sustaining DONOR – a member who has made an annual gift of $25 or more. The designation of Sustaining Member is for a full year from the date the contribution is recorded.

Life Member – a member who became a Life Member prior to June 30, 2010, or a member who has made $1,000 in cumulative gifts to Alumni Association beginning July 1, 2010 to date.
                                                                                                                                       Joint membership and gift credit is accorded to spouses or life partners, upon request.

 Benefits

All Indiana State University Alumni Association Members enjoy the following benefits and services:        

INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY ONLINE MAGAZINE Enjoy the Indiana State University on-line magazine three time a year.  

ALUMNI UPDATE E-NEWSLETTER Enjoy the Alumni Update e-newsletter of the Indiana State University Alumni Association each month.

CAREER CENTER Get help if you are considering changing jobs or career fields or planning to re-enter the workforce. The Indiana State University Career Center offers alumni no-fee access to CAREERLink.     

SOCIAL MEDIA Join our virtual communities on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Flicker to renew and maintain lifelong friendships, network and stay engaged.  

TRAVEL PROGRAM See the world with fellow alumni for a special experience that provides memories to cherish forever. The Indiana State University Foundation offers a wide variety of carefully planned travel opportunities, ranging from cultural and educational tours and family adventures.

INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY Alumni ASSOCIATION INSURANCE PROGRAM Get group term life, home/auto/renters, long-term care, accident, senior life, catastrophic major medical and short-term medical insurance.

INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY alumni ASSOCIATION AFFINITY CREDIT CARD Reward yourself with the Indiana State University Platinum Plus^® MasterCard^® credit card with WorldPoints^® rewards.

INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION Take advantage of a full range of financial services, including auto loans, personal loans, cash and check cards, share certificates, IRAs, checking accounts and financial planning services.   

DISCOUNTED RENTAL CAR SERVICES Receive discounts on rental car services with National, Avis, Hertz, Alamo, and Budget.       

DISCOUNTED HOTEL Receive discounts on quality hotel stays at Clarion, Quality, Comfort Suites, Comfort Inn, Sleep Inn, Mainstay Suites, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn, and Suburban Extended Stay Hotel.

 

When you upgrade to Sustaining or Life Membership with a qualifying gift, you receive these additional premium benefits and services:

Alumni UPDATE Enjoy the exclusive printed newsletter of the Indiana State University Alumni Association two times a year.

Campus Recreation You are eligible to workout at the student recreational center for a discounted fee. (Restricted to Indiana State University Alumni Association Sustaining and Life Members)

Make A Gift

Online Membership Renewal (remember to mark the Alumni Association as your gift beneficiary.)

Download & Print Forms (for mailing)