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UCF Alumni Board of Directors
Fall 2015 |Alumni Board Retreat
Thursday, September 17|8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Schedule of Events
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast
UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, Ballroom C
A warm continental breakfast will be provided by First Watch, The Daytime Café.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Alumni Board Meeting
UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, Ballrooms A & B
5:00 p.m. – 5:40 p.m. | Alumni Board Headshots
UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, Dr. and Martha Hitt Library
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6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Joint Board Reception
UCF Bright House Networks Stadium, Carl Black & Gold Cabana
An after meeting reception will be held at the new Carl Black & Gold Cabana, located inside UCF’s Bright House Networks Stadium. Both alumni and foundation board members are invited and encouraged to bring a guest.
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Thank you for your commitment to UCF…Go Knights!
UCF Alumni Board Liaison Contact Information: Lauren Sylvester Email: [email protected] | Office: 407-823-1970 | Cell: 407-443-1102
UCF Alumni Association Board of Directors Alumni Board Retreat | Fall 2015 Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2015 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center | Grand Ballroom
I. Chairman’s Welcome (15 minutes) Peter Cranis, ’84, Chair 9:00-9:15 a.m.
Sunshine Law Notice Roll Call and Quorum Confirmation Guest Welcome
II. The Enrollment Management Analysis (60 minutes) Dr. Maribeth Ehasz
9:15-10:15 a.m. Vice President, UCF SDES
III. Annual Board Participation (30 minutes) Ron Spangler, ’03 10:15-10:45 a.m. Dean Caravelis, ’02
Heather Junod, ’98 Board Requirements (Appendix A ) Director, The UCF Fund Sponsorships (Appendix B, C, D and E) Philanthropy
IV. Break (15 minutes)
10:45-11:00 a.m.
V. Through the Eyes of Three Graduates (60 minutes) Christine Rutherford-Williams 11 a.m. - Noon Assistant Director, Communications
and Donor Relations
VI. Break for Lunch (60 minutes) Noon-1:15 p.m.
VII. Education Advisory Board Presentation (90 minutes) Holly Chatham 1:15-2:45 p.m. Director of Research, EAB
Strategic Alumni Relations Enterprise
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UCF Alumni Association Board of Directors Alumni Board Retreat | Fall 2015 Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2015 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center | Grand Ballroom
VIII. Break (15 minutes)
2:45-3:00 p.m.
IX. Proposed Revisions to Alumni Board Bylaws (30 minutes) Lauren Sylvester, ’13 3:00-3:30 p.m. (VOTE) Sara Bernard, ’00, Treasurer
Jennifer Cerasa Alumni Board Bylaw Amendments (Appendix F) Legal Counsel, UCF Foundation
X. Consent Agenda (10 minutes) Keith Flannery, ’86 , Chair-elect 3:30-3:40 p.m. (VOTE)
30 Under 30 Awards Program (Appendix G) Minutes (Appendix H)
XI. CEO Report/Discussion (45 minutes) Mike Morsberger 3:40-4:25 p.m. CEO, UCF Foundation
XII. Break (5 minutes)
4:25-4:30 p.m. XIII. Organizational Update (15 minutes) Ben McMahan
4:30-4:45 p.m. Interim Executive Director
Interim Executive Director’s Remarks Strategic Spotlight Organizational Review (Appendix, I, J , K)
XIV. Closing Remarks (15 minutes) Keith Flannery, ’86 , Chair-elect 4:45-5:00 p.m.
UCF Alumni Association Board of Directors Alumni Board Member Duties & Responsibilities
Board Member Requirements |
Attend all meetings of the UCF Alumni Board of Directors, including the annual fall retreat.
Serve on a minimum of one board committee
Attend alumni association sponsored events and programs
Contribute a minimum of $1,000 to the Annual Fund each fiscal year
o $500 must be directed to the UCF Alumni Excellence Fund
Solicit your affiliated companies for $2,500 in sponsorships and donations (in-kind) for the association
Board Member Expectations |
Promote UCF and the alumni association in the community
Represent the alumni association on various boards
Recruit alumni to participate in events, programs, and chapters
Recruit potential candidates for the board
Identify potential candidates for alumni awards and scholarships
Obtain a UCF license plate
Obtain a UCF credit card
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To confirm your participation or to inquire about other opportunities, please contact either Darla Olive Talley,’91 at 407.823.3288 - email [email protected] or Bianca Sabrkhani, ’08 at 407.823.1498 - [email protected].
The 30 under 30 awards program will recognize outstanding young alumni who have found success in their professional and personal endeavors post-graduation. By engaging these young alumni with the University of Central Florida community, we will realize increased participation with the UCF Alumni Association, increase involvement with schools and colleges, and create a way to
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Table Sponsor—$800
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To confirm your participation or to inquire about other opportunities, please contact either Darla Olive Talley,’91 at 407.823.3288 - email [email protected] or Bianca Sabrkhani, ’08 at 407.823.1498 - [email protected].
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BYLAWS
of the
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
AMENDMENTS APPROVED: September 17, 2015
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Table of Contents
ARTICLE I | NAME, PURPOSE, GOAL, and LOCATION ....................................................3
ARTICLE II | MEMBERSHIP.....................................................................................................4
ARTICLE III | BOARD OF DIRECTORS .................................................................................5
ARTICLE IV | OFFICERS ...........................................................................................................7
ARTICLE V | COMMITTEES.....................................................................................................8
ARTICLE VI | MEETINGS, RULES, and PROCEDURES ...................................................13
ARTICLE VII | CHAPTERS ......................................................................................................14
ARTICLE VIII | AMENDMENTS.............................................................................................15
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ARTICLE I NAME, PUPOSE, GOAL, and LOCATION
Section 1. Name. The name of this organization will be the UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (the “Association”), and it will exist under the legal auspices of the University of Central Florida Foundation, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation (the “Foundation”). Section 2. Purpose and Goal. The purpose of the Association is to support and enhance the mission of the University of Central Florida (the “University”). While the Association will govern the activities and purposes as outlined in these by-laws, the policies, programs and affairs of the Association will be consistent with those of its parent organization, the Foundation. The goals of the Association will include:
(a) Developing a sense of community among alumni by involving and engaging its alumni, students and friends
(b) Fostering pride in the UCF community;
(c) Actively recruiting participation through membership; and
(d) Promoting philanthropy and fundraising to support the mission of the University; and
(e) Recognizing the accomplishments and achievements of its Members.
Section 3. Location. The principal location of the Association will be at 12676 Gemini Blvd. N. in Orlando, Florida. Section 4. Amendment and Dissolution. The President of the University has the right to amend the purpose and goals of the Association or dissolve the organization in its entirety at his/her sole discretion.
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ARTICLE II MEMBERSHIP
Section 1. Categories of Membership in the Association
(a) Alumni. Any former student of UCF who attended at least two (2) semesters and is not currently enrolled as an undergraduate.
(b) Active Alumni. An alumnus or alumna who contributes to UCF in any amount or actively participates in the Alumni Association activities.
(c) Friends. All employees, donors, associates, friends and advocates, as well as the family of the foregoing and the family of current students at the University, who wish to participate in and support the Association activities.
(d) Emeritus Member. A past board member who has served the board with distinction and has been appointed through nomination by the Directorship Committee and majority vote of the Board.
(e) Honorary Alumni. Individuals or organizations whom the Board of Directors so declares by written acknowledgement.
(f) Knights for Life. An individual who has purchased entry into or been gifted participation in the Association’s Knights for Life program.
Section 2. Right to Hold Office. All Directors, other than Ex-officio Directors, and all Officers must be Active Alumni or Friends, except as otherwise provided in these Bylaws. Members of the staff of the Association or the University may only serve as non-voting Ex-officio Directors as set forth in these Bylaws.
Section 3. Admission to Membership. The Board of Directors will establish, from time to time, the form and manner in which persons may apply for membership.
Section 4. Property Rights. No Member will have any right, title, or interest in any of the property or assets, including any earnings or investment income, of this Association, nor will any of the property or assets be distributed to any Member on its dissolution or winding up.
Section 5. Liability of Members. By sole virtue of membership, no Member will be personally liable for any of the Association's debts, liabilities, or obligations, nor will any Member be assessed for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of the Association.
Section 6. No Compensation. By virtue of membership, no Member will receive any compensation for services.
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ARTICLE III BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1. Purpose. The Association will maintain an advisory board comprised of a Board of Directors (the “Board”), which will be empowered, under the direction of the Executive Director of the Alumni Association, to advise on all business of the Association as set forth in these Bylaws. The Board of Directors, in coordination with the Executive Director, may delegate the performance of any duties or the exercise of any powers to the officers, committees, or other designees by resolution. Each individual Board Member may be referred to as a “Director.” Section 2. Number of Directors - The Board of Directors will consist of the following Directors:
(a) Elected Directors. Directors will be nominated by the Directorship Committee and elected by the Board of Directors to serve a four-year term. There will be no more than 31 Elected Directors.
(b) Ex-Officio Officers. The following individuals will serve as Ex-Officio Officers, but
shall not be a member of the Board: 1. President of the University 2. Executive Director of the Association 3. Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation 4. Chair of the UCF Foundation Board of Directorsf 5. Vice President of University Relations 6. Student Chairman of the 4EVER Knights 7. President of the Student Government Association 8. Chair of the Young Alumni Leadership Council
(c) Emeritus Members: Any Elected Director who has served two full terms may be
nominated and appointed as an Emeritus Director following a six month period after the completion of two terms. The Directorship Committee will nominate Elected Directors who have served UCF with distinguished service. The board will serve as the final body to approve the nomination(s).
Section 3. Voting Rights. All Ex-Officio Officers and Emeritus Members will be non-voting. All Elected Directors will have one vote on each matter. Section 4. Eligibility.
(a) Directors will be Active Alumni.
(b) Directors must contribute to the Annual Fund at a minimum level stipulated by the Board.
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Section 5. Terms of Office.
(a) Elected Directors. Each Elected Director will serve a term of four (4) years (or until the end of the respective term of his or her predecessor if elected to succeed a person who has not completed a four-year term). Three years of a term will constitute a full term of service. No Elected Director is eligible to serve more than two consecutive terms unless the director has been elected to serve as an officer on the Board, in which case the term may be extended by the Board to accommodate the time required for fulfillment of the term of the office. An Elected Director who has served two terms consecutively may be re-elected to the Board after the expiration of one year following the end of his or her last term and will have the status of a newly Elected Director. The President of the University has the right to add and remove Directors at his/her sole discretion.
(b) Ex-officio Officers. An Ex-officio Officer will serve so long as he or she holds the office
or the position which resulted in placement on the Board, the term designated by the President or until removed by the President of the University.
(c) Emeritus Directors. The selection of an Emeritus Director is for life.
Section 6. Removal. Directors, other than Ex-Officio Officers, may be removed from office after two (2) regular Board meeting absences in one calendar year, unless excused by the Chair. A Director, who fails to meet the minimum giving requirement set forth by the Board in a fiscal year, will be removed from the Board. Emeritus Directors may be removed at any time with cause by majority vote of the Board at a properly noticed meeting where a quorum is present. Any Director may be removed by the University President at his/her sole discretion. Section 7. Resignation. A Director may resign at any time by submitting a written resignation to the Chair. Section 8. Vacancies. At its next regular meeting, the Board may fill any vacancy that occurs. The Directorship Committee will propose one (1) or more candidates for each vacancy to the Board, and the position will be filled by a majority vote of those in attendance where a quorum is present. Section 9. Property Rights. No Director will have any right, title, or interest in any of the property or assets, including any earnings or investment income, of this Association, nor will any of the property or assets be distributed to any Member on its dissolution or winding up. Section 10. Liability of Directors. By virtue of membership, no Director will be personally liable for any of the Association’s debts, liabilities, or obligations, nor will any Director be assessed for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of the Association. Section 11. Compensation. By virtue of membership, no Director will receive any compensation for services.
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Section 12. Responsibilities. The Directors will:
(a) Promote the good welfare of the Association in a manner that is consistent with the University and Foundation’s direction;
(b) Raise funds consistent with the purpose of the Association;
(c) Periodically review the mission of the Association;
(d) Amend or revise these bylaws as needed;
(e) Work with staff to revise the Association’s Strategic Plan, consistent with the mission of the Association;
(f) Advise on the Association’s signature events to ensure they align with the mission and vision of the Association;
(g) Approve selection of recipients of Alumni Awards provided through the Association;
(h) Maintain appropriate representation for the Association on the UCF Foundation, Inc.’s Board of Directors; and
(i) Work diligently to promote and preserve the best interests of the University and its alumni body.
ARTICLE IV
OFFICERS
Section 1. Election of Officers. At the final meeting of the fiscal year, the Board will vote on a slate of officers submitted by the Directorship Committee. The Officers will serve two-year terms each commencing immediately following their election and continuing through the meeting closest to the end of two years. Section 2. Term. All officers will take office on the first day of July after their election or on the date of their appointment, whichever date occurs first, and will serve for (2) fiscal years. The Chair-Elect will automatically succeed to the office of Chair at the beginning of the subsequent fiscal year and will serve as Chair for (2) fiscal years. Section 3. Duties of Officers.
(a) The Chair will serve as the executive head for meetings of the Board. The Chair will appoint committee chairs;
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(b) The Chair-Elect will assume the office of Chair for two (2) years following his/her term as Chair-Elect. He/she will be the Vice-Chair of the meetings of the Board and have full authority to act for the Chair in his or her absence or incapacity. In the event of a vacancy in the office of the Chair, he/she will assume the duties of the office without impairing the right to his/her regular term as Chair;
(c) The Treasurer will review the fiscal affairs of the Association and serve as Chair of the Funding Committee. The Treasurer will also attend meetings of the UCF Foundation Board of Directors’ Finance committee;
(d) The Secretary will be responsible for the minutes of the Board and Executive Committee meetings. The Chair of each Board Committee is responsible for the minutes of each of their respective committee meetings.
Section 4. Vacancies. In the event of a vacancy in any office, the Directorship Committee will propose a replacement, subject to ratification by majority vote of the Board at a properly noticed meeting where a quorum is present. Section 5. Removal of Officer. Any Officer may be removed at any time with or without cause by majority vote of the Board at a properly noticed meeting where a quorum is present. Any Officer may be removed for cause or unacceptable performance by the University President.
Section 6. Resignation of Officer. Any officer may resign at any time by submitting a written resignation to the Chair. The Chair may resign by submitting a written resignation to the Executive Director of the Association.
ARTICLE V
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD Section 1. General
(a) The Association will have five (5) standing committees and other such committees as the Chair and the Board deems necessary or desirable.
(b) The Board Chair will appoint the chair and the members of each committee except for
those committees whose chair is specifically appointed in the bylaws. (c) Standing Committees:
1. Executive 2. Directorship 3. Engagement 4. Advocacy 5. Funding
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Section 2. Executive Committee
(a) The Executive Committee is a standing committee consisting of the following: Chair, Chair-elect, Secretary, Treasurer, immediate past Chair, Advocacy Committee Chair, and Engagement Committee Chair;
(b) All Officers except the Chair will have one vote on each matter coming before the
Executive Committee; however, in the event of a tie, the Chair will have one vote;
(c) The Chair, or in his or her absence the Chair-elect, will preside at meetings of the Executive Committee;
(d) The Executive Committee is authorized and empowered to act for, in the name of and
on behalf of the Board at all times when the Board is not meeting; and
(e) The Executive Committee will meet at the call of the Chair. The presence of the majority of Officers will constitute a quorum of the committee. Once a quorum has been established, the affirmative vote of a majority of Officers present is required for approval of any actions items.
Section 3. Directorship Committee
(a) The Directorship Committee is a standing committee and is charged with the
responsibility of annually receiving and placing in nomination the names of individuals to be considered for membership to the Board, preparing a slate of officers every two years, or upon the resignation of an Officer and succession planning. The committee is also charged with annually reviewing the Association’s bylaws, memberships, committee assignments, and leading a board self-assessment process;
(b) The Directorship Committee will be composed of seven (7) Directors: the Chair-Elect who will serve as the Committee Chair and six (6) persons appointed by the Committee Chair with the approval of the Executive Committee. These six (6) appointed positions will consist of six (6) current Directors;
(c) The committee will establish guidelines which will be approved by the Board;
(d) The committee will assist staff with nominations of award recipients for all Association awards and will provide a slate of recipients to be approved by the Executive Committee and Board;
(e) The committee will meet with new Directors to make certain they are acquainted with board procedures, committee functions, and their role and responsibilities;
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(f) The committee will also work with current Directors to verify they are meeting their minimum requirements associated with their appointment;
(g) A quorum will consist of a majority of the voting members of the Directorship Committee. Action may be taken on any business by majority vote of those present and voting.
Section 4. Engagement Committee
(a) The Engagement Committee is a standing committee whose purpose is to foster and
support engagement through discovery, cultivation, and stewardship with the UCF community and beyond as prescribed by the Association’s Strategic Plan;
(b) The Engagement Committee will be composed of seven (7) Directors: the Committee Chair who will be selected by the Board Chair and six (6) persons appointed by the Committee Chair with the approval of the Directorship Committee. These six (6) appointed positions will consist of six (6) current Directors. Non-voting volunteers from the Active Alumni population may be appointed as members of the Engagement Committee at the committee Chair’s discretion and by approval of the Directorship Committee;
(c) The Engagement Committee will provide strategic guidance and advice regarding engagement strategies and recommendations on methodology to measure current and future levels of engagement throughout the UCF Community;
(d) The Engagement Committee will assist staff with implementation of engagement strategies as outlined in the Association’s strategic plan;
(e) The Engagement Committee will assist with building and fostering beneficial Engagement opportunities within the Central Florida Business community, UCF community and beyond;
(f) The Engagement Committee will render an annual report to the Board for each fiscal year, which may be made available to the general membership of the Association in a manner directed by the Board;
(g) A quorum will consist of a majority of the voting members of the Engagement Committee. Action may be taken on any business by majority vote of those present and voting.
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Section 5. Advocacy Committee
(a) The Advocacy Committee is a standing committee with goals of advancing legislation, policy and government funding to support the University of Central Florida and its initiatives. Additionally this committee promotes the university’s academic, research and economic impact on the UCF community and beyond. The Advocacy Committee is also responsible for raising awareness about issues affecting higher education and the University of Central Florida;
(b) The Advocacy Committee will be composed of seven (7) Directors: the Committee Chair who will be selected by the Board Chair and six (6) persons appointed by the Committee Chair with the approval of the Directorship Committee. These six (6) appointed positions will consist of six (6) current Directors. Non-voting volunteers from the Active Alumni population may be appointed as members of the Advocacy Committee at the committee Chair’s discretion and by approval of the Directorship Committee;
(c) The Advocacy Committee will collaborate with staff to communicate with University Relations to promote and disseminate information regarding issues facing the UCF community;
(d) The Advocacy Committee will, with support from staff, annually submit objectives and a work plan for the committee as part of the University and Association’s advocacy priorities;
(e) The Advocacy Committee will, with support from staff, annually evaluate its work as a committee and the objectives it has committed itself to and report on same to the Board of Directors;
(f) The Advocacy Committee will promote beneficial partnerships as directed by the University’s goals and priorities and the Association’s Strategic Plan;
(g) A quorum will consist of a majority of the voting members of the Advocacy Committee. Action may be taken on any business by majority vote of those present and voting.
Section 6. Funding Committee
(a) The Funding Committee is a standing committee and is charged with the responsibility of
examining the financial status of the Association;
(b) The Funding Committee will be composed of seven (7) Directors: the Treasurer who will serve as the Committee Chair and six (6) persons appointed by the Committee Chair with the approval of the Executive Committee. These six (6) appointed positions will consist of six (6) current Directors. Non-voting volunteers from the Active Alumni population may be appointed as members of the Funding Committee at the committee Chair’s discretion and by approval of the Directorship Committee;
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(c) The Funding Committee will render an annual report to the Board for each fiscal
year, which may be made available to the general membership of the Association in a manner directed by the Board;
(d) The Funding committee will assist staff with securing sponsorships for the alumni association’s programs and events by utilizing personal and corporate networking and relationships;
(e) The Funding committee will promote philanthropy to support the mission of the University;
(f) A quorum will consist of a majority of the voting members of the Funding Committee. Action may be taken on any business by majority vote of those present and voting.
Section 8. Special Committees. Special committees may be created and disbanded by the Chair, as required, to develop and conduct authorized activities as approved by the Association. The chair of any special committee and the number of members will be designated by the Chair. Section 9. Authority. The authority of any committee will be limited to that set forth in these Bylaws. Section 10. Procedures. The committee chair, or in the committee chair’s absence the vice-chair, will preside at all meetings of any committee. Section 11. Reports. Each committee will make periodic reports to the Board, at such frequency that may be set by the committee or Board. Any official actions or recommendations will be documented in writing. Section 12. Minutes. The Chair of each Board Committee is responsible for the minutes of each of their respective committee meetings.
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ARTICLE VI MEETINGS, RULES AND PROCEDURES
Section 1. Meetings. Regular meetings of the Board will be held at least once each calendar quarter, one of these being the annual meeting in the spring, no later than June 30, for the purpose of electing new board members and officers. Notification will be in writing at least fifteen (15) days before the meeting. Committee meetings will be called by the Chair of the committee. Section 2. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the Chair of the Board, the Executive Director of the Association, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation, or upon written petition of a majority of the Board. Notification will be in writing with the time, place and subject matter given at least three (3) business days before the meeting. Section 3. Quorum. Majority of the Directors will constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Section 4. Voting. All voting must be cast by voice or roll call. No ballots or proxy votes are permitted. Except for voting requirements otherwise specifically provided by these bylaws, a majority of the votes cast at any meeting where a quorum is present will be sufficient to decide business matters. Section 5. Minutes. Minutes of the Board meetings and committee meetings will follow the Foundation’s Minutes guidelines. Section 6. Public Notice. Public notice of any meeting of the Board or any committee will be made as required by Florida law. Section 7. Telephonic Meetings. Meetings may be conducted by telephone, videoconference or similar communications equipment, proved all persons participating in such meetings are able to communicate with each other. Section 8. Confidentiality of Records. Public access to the Association and Board records will be governed by Section 1004.28, Florida Statutes. Section 9. Rules of Order. Rules of order in all situations, unless otherwise specified by the bylaws, will be Robert’s Rules of Order.
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ARTICLE VII CHAPTERS
Section 1. Composition.
(a) Chapters. University of Central Florida alumni chapters are chartered on the following basis:
1. Any previously chartered alumni group in a geographic area where 1,000 or more
alumni reside and deemed strategic by the alumni association;
2. Any College of the University; or School of the University when deemed strategic by the alumni association and when the request for such a charter has the approval of the dean and director having jurisdiction in that College and School.
(b) Clubs. University of Central Florida alumni clubs are chartered on the following basis:
1. Any geographic area where fewer than 1,000 alumni reside and deemed strategic by the alumni association. All newly established club charters will automatically be granted a Tier 2 Club operating status with the possibility of re-categorization after one year;
2. Any 250 plus self-identified alumni constituency with a special interest and a connection to a special purpose organization that originated as a UCF campus registered student organization (RSO), not specific to a college, school or major, and deemed strategic by the Executive Director of the Association.
Section 2. Names. “UCF Alumni Chapter” will be included in the name of each chapter. “UCF Alumni Club” will be included in the name of each club. Section 3. Charters. Each chapter may adopt a charter defining the organization and operation of the chapter, which will be effective upon approval of the Board. Clubs are not required to adopt a charter. Section 4. Chapter Charters. Chapter Charters will be subject to review by the Board in July of each year. Chapters are required to:
(a) Adherence to the objectives of the Association and provisions of the chapter’s charter;
(b) A minimum of one (1) meeting a year;
(c) A minimum of one (1) program or event per year. Section 5. Funds. Chapters and clubs will not levy dues.
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ARTICLE VIII AMENDMENTS
Section 1. Authority. These bylaws may be amended, altered or rescinded by the Board upon majority approval of those present at any meeting where a quorum is present. Notice of bylaw changes must be issued in writing at least fifteen (15) days before the meeting in which they are to be considered. Section 2. Publication. A copy of these bylaws, and any amendments or revisions thereto will be available to any active member of the Association for the cost of duplication.
APPROVED BY BOARD ACTION ON: _______________________ (Date) By: {SEAL} [NAME] Secretary University of Central Florida Alumni Association Board of Directors
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UCF Alumni Association Board of Directors: Summer 2015 Board Meeting 1
UCF Alumni Association Board of Directors Summer 2015 Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 19, 2015 6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
LOCATION: UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center| 12676 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando, FL 32816 ATTENDEES: Alan Fidelo, Bill Ford, Bill Peppler, Christine Wydra, Clint Bullock, Dan Ward, Dean
Caravelis, Greg Pearlman, Heissam Jebailey, John O’Day, Sam Goodwin, Keith Flannery, Kevin Wydra, Marni Spence, Matt Assenmacher, Monica Thorsen, Nicole DiPietro, Nicole Sbert, Peter Cranis, Ron Spangler, Ryan Vescio, Sara Bernard, Cait Zona
ABSENT: Chris Phillips, Chris Tomasso, Dave Patton, Tico Perez, Allen Lane, Anne Spencer,
Crisitna Calvet-Harrold, Dianne Owen, Ericka Dunlap, Joseph Regenstein, Mike Griffin, Rob Clark, Scott Rose, Tiffany Payne, Wayne Kalish
STAFF: Bob Holmes, Ben McMahan, Jeff Garner, Darla Olive-Talley, Louis Lubin, Anne Botteri, Lauren
Sylvester, Jennifer Cerasa Guests: Dr. Diane Chase, Mike Morsberger, Phyllis Klock Chair, Peter Cranis, called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m. Chair’s Welcome Peter Cranis, Chair, UCF Alumni Board of Directors 6:20 p.m. Chairman Cranis announced that the proceeding meeting was subject to Florida Sunshine Law and asked if a quorum of the UCF Alumni Board of Directors was present, which was confirmed by Lauren Sylvester. Following the confirmation of a quorum, Chair Cranis gave the board an update regarding the Bylaw Task Force and welcomed the special guests in attendance. Chair Cranis concluded his welcome and turned the floor over to Dr. Diane Chase for a presentation on Performance-Based Funding. Special Guest Presentation Dr. Diane Chase, Executive Vice Provost 6:26 p.m. Dr. Diane Chase provided the board with a presentation on Performance-Based Funding and how they can positively impact the university’s goals regarding the topic.
(Continued page 2)
UCF Alumni Association Board of Directors: Summer 2015 Board Meeting 2
Organizational Updates Ben McMahan, Interim Executive Director
Bob Holmes, CEO, UCF Foundation 6:55 p.m. Upon Ben McMahan’s request, UCF Foundation CFO, Bert Francis gave the alumni board an update regarding the FY 2015-2016 budget. Ben then extended an invitation to the members of the alumni Board to attend the Jefferson Awards scheduled for Friday, June 12. Ben concluded his comments with a “Strategic Spotlight” showcasing the Alumni Association’s recent lineup of senior send-off events. Bob Holmes gave the Alumni Board an update on the UCF Downtown project. As this was Bob’s last report to the Alumni Board as CEO of the Foundation, Chair Cranis took the opportunity to thank Bob for his years of service to UCF.
Slate of Nominees FY-16 Keith Flannery, Chair-elect, UCF Alumni Board of Directors 7:27 p.m. Chair-elect Flannery provided the board members with an overview of the nominating process leading up to the slate of nominees submitted before them for a vote.
Chairman Cranis opened the floor for discussion, as no objections were presented he asked for a motion to approve the slate of nominees. Ron Spangler moved to approve the slate of nominees with Ryan Vescio seconding the motion. The slate of nominees was approved unanimously.
Consent Agenda Peter Cranis, Chair, UCF Alumni Board of Directors 7:35 p.m. Chairman Cranis called for approval of the consent agenda, Alan Fidelo moved to approve the consent agenda with Dan Ward seconding the motion. The consent agenda was approved unanimously. Discussion Items 7:35 p.m. Bill Ford provided the board with a Board Engagement update detailing the percentage of board members who had and hadn’t met their required giving for FY 14-15. He requested the members contact board liaison, Lauren Sylvester, to confirm their giving status. Lauren Sylvester provided the board with an update regarding a new platform they will be acquiring shortly, BoardMax. Chair Cranis concluded the meeting by thanking the board members whose terms expire on June 30, 2015. Chair Cranis adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.
Prepared by: Lauren Sylvester, UCF Alumni Association Board Relations Liaison
College Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
FEATURED SIGNATURE EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
May 1 | Corporate Knight Talk: Kennedy Space Center Dr. Michael Georgiopoulos, dean of the UCF College of Engineering and Computer Science, along with faculty members Dr. Ranganathan Kumar and Dr. Aravinda Kar, and Advancement visited the Kennedy Space Center for a Corporate Knight Talk luncheon that included a college update, tech talk and information on how to stay connected to the UCF Alumni Association. Nearly 40 UCF alumni attended the event. May 1 | CECS AlumKnights at Work: Kennedy Space Center The UCF College of Engineering & Computer Science Alumni Chapter hosted a special behind-the-scenes look at Kennedy Space Center for 30 alumni. Participants heard from KSC engineers working on-site and toured some of KSC's most exciting labs — including the Vehicle Assembly Building and Swamp Works! May 20 | Rosen College Alumni Chapter Board Appreciation Members of the Rosen College Alumni Chapter Board attended dinner at Cooper’s hawk on I-Drive to celebrate the successful 2014-15 year and prepare for the year ahead. The dinner served as a precursor for the Rosen College Alumni Chapter board retreat. June 17 | College of Medicine MedTalk The UCF College of Medicine and UCF Alumni Association hosted the last in the series of UCF MedTalk’s this spring. Dr. Griff Parks discussed “The Upshot on Viruses and Vaccines”. Alumni and friends enjoyed this complimentary event sponsored by FAIRWINDS Credit Union and The Downtown PourHouse. July 25 | Rosen College Alumni Chapter Board Retreat Rosen College Alumni Chapter board and committee members met at the FAIRWINDS Alumni Center to plan for the upcoming fiscal year, covering events from Networking Knights to their signature event, Hospitality Knight. The meeting began with the outgoing chair passing the “pineapple” to the incoming chair. Aug. 31 | CEDHP New Dean Meet & Greet The new dean of the UCF College of Education and Human Performance, Pamela “Sissi” Carroll, welcomed students to the fall semester with a sweet gesture. A candy bar reception was held in the lobby of the Teaching Academy to kick off the new semester and give faculty, students and alumni an opportunity to meet with new dean. FEATURED UPCOMING EVENTS
Sept. 16 | CECS Career Kick-off Workshop The UCF CECS Alumni Chapter will host the 3rd Annual Career Kick-Off Workshop. This student outreach event allows CECS alumni to connect directly with CECS students and provides them with wise words about what to expect after graduation. Alumni volunteers will review student resumes, conduct mock interviews and talk about their career path. An alumni-only lunch will immediately follow the workshop. To register, visit www.ucfknightsnetwork.com/KickoffVolunteers2015.
College Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
Sept.16 | College of Nursing Alumni Chapter Continuing Education Dinner The UCF College of Nursing Alumni chapter will host its first of three continuing education dinners this fall across Central Florida as a part of the Simply Speaking: Nursing Management of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Lecture Series. Attendees will earn one continuing nursing education unit (CNE) hour for their participation. Following the lecture, guests will hear an update on the college from Dr. Mary Lou Sole, newly named dean of the UCF College of Nursing, and learn more about how to stay connected to the UCF Alumni Association.
Sept. 24 | 6th Annual COHPA Outstanding Alumni Awards Celebration The College of Health and Public Affairs annually recognizes the accomplishments of outstanding alumni from each of the college’s academic departments at the Outstanding Alumni Awards Celebration. Approximately 100 guests are expected to join us for this year’s awards ceremony at the Orlando Shakespeare Theater. The reception and program will be followed by Monty Python’s SPAMALOT presented by the cast and crew of the Orlando Shakespeare Theater.
Sept. 30| Rosen College Alumni Chapter Mentor Meet & Greet The UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management Alumni Chapter will host the Rosen Mentor Program Meet & Greet for alumni and student participants of the Rosen Alumni Mentor Program and the Rosen College Peer Outreach Mentor Program (POMP). Guests will hear a presentation on creative ideas for communication, mentor program best practices, and detailed information on how the Rosen Alumni Mentor Program and POMP program work collaboratively. This year, nearly 200 mentors and mentees are participating in the program.
Sept./Oct. | College of Business Alumni Mentorship Program Meet & Greet The UCF College of Business Administration will host the Business Mentorship Program Meet & Greet for alumni and student participants of the College of Business Administration Mentorship Program. Alumni participants of the program are located locally in Central Florida and across the nation as virtual mentors. Program will run from Sept. 2015 – April 2016. Oct. 1| Eclectic Knights VII hosted by the College of Arts & Humanities Alumni Chapter In partnership with the Orlando Museum of Art, the UCF School of College of Arts& Humanities Alumni Chapter will host Eclectic Knights as a part of OMA’s 1st Thursday series. The chapter’s seventh annual event will showcase alumni artwork throughout OMA. The event features UCF Theatre student performances, live music, Knightro and delicious dining. Oct. 2 |CECS Knights Give Back Project As part of the university-wide Knights Give Back initiative, the CECS Alumni Chapter is hosting a STEM outreach event with the Central Florida Boys & Girls Club. Alumni volunteers will work with the 100 B&G Club members to teach them about math and science in their everyday lives. Oct. 3 | COS Knights Give Back Project Join the UCF College of Sciences Alumni Chapter as they assist with the UCF Biology Department's efforts to restore degraded shorelines and oyster reefs. For this volunteer event on the main UCF campus, volunteers will prepare materials for future deployments to the Indian River Lagoon, as well as plant/transplant mangroves and marshgrass, and create oyster restoration mats. This service project is taking place as part of UCF’s 9th annual day of service, Knights Give Back, which UCF alumni, students, faculty, and staff work together to make a difference in Central Florida. Register online at www.ucfknightsnetwork.com/sciencesKGB by Sept. 18. Oct. 3 | Rosen College Alumni Chapter Knights Give Back The UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management Alumni Chapter will participate in Knights Give Back. The chapter is hoping to serve at Give Kids the World, a storybook resort where children with life-threatening illnesses and their families are treated to a weeklong, cost-free fantasy vacation.
College Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
Oct. 9 | Communication Disorders Clinic Grand Opening Open House and Reception In partnership with the UCF Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, the UCF College of Health and Public Affairs Alumni Chapter and UCF Foundation are proud to host this grand opening celebration in honor of the new UCF Communication Disorders Clinic. This clinic, which includes the UCF Aphasia House, FAAST Center and UCF Listening Center, provides innovative diagnostic and treatment services to people of all ages with communication and hearing challenges. The grand opening event will feature a daytime open house and an evening reception. The open house will be hosted from 1 to 3 p.m. in both the Communication Disorders Clinic and Aphasia House. The format for the open house will include guided tours, demonstrations and complimentary hearing screenings for all guests. The evening reception will be hosted in the Aphasia House from 6-8 p.m. with an addition of a tent located in the rear of the building. The format for the reception will include a short program featuring university dignitaries and testimonials from clients who will share how therapy provided at the clinic has led to a positive and meaningful change in their lives and those of their loved ones. Both the open house and reception will take place on Friday, Oct. 9. Together, these two events are expected to draw approximately 400 guests. Oct. 9 | College of Business Alumni Chapter Careerfest Business Alumni Industry Panels The 4th Careerfest Business Alumni Industry Panels event, hosted by the Business Alumni Chapter, will take place on campus (BA 1—various classrooms and atrium) and will feature industry-specific and professional development panels. Students are invited to attend one panel per session and hear from UCF alumni who have been in their shoes and are now successful in the business industry. Following the panel sessions, alumni panelists and moderators are invited to take part in a networking luncheon with Dean Jarley also to be held in the college. Oct. 21 | COHPA Last Lecture Series featuring Dr. Myron Fottler The COHPA Last Lecture Series invites an accomplished professor to answer one question: What message would you share if this were your last opportunity? Aaron Liberman, Ph.D. is a member of the health services administration faculty in the Department of Health Management and Informatics and was selected to host the second annual event of this series. This event is open to the entire UCF community and is expected to draw more 150 attendees. It was presented by the College of Health and Public Affairs, Health Services Administration Alumni Chapter and UCF Alumni Association. Oct. 21 & Nov. 4 | College of Nursing Alumni Chapter Continuing Education Dinners The UCF College of Nursing Alumni Chapter will host the final two continuing education dinners of the three-part series Simply Speaking: Nursing Management of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Lecture Series. Attendees will earn one continuing nursing education unit (CNE) hour for their participation. Following the lecture, guests will hear an update on the college from faculty representatives and learn more about how to stay connected to the UCF Alumni Association. Oct. 23 | CECS Mechanical & Aerospace Alumni Conference The College of Engineering & Computer Science, CECS Alumni Chapter and Mechanical & Aerospace Department will host a half-day MAE alumni conference and reception. Registration is $40 and includes an industry keynote, workshops, panels, lunch and cocktail reception. Alumni are invited to attend the homecoming BBQ tailgate and football game the following day. Oct. 24 | CECS Homecoming BBQ & Tailgate Nearly 300 CECS alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends will come home to UCF for the 7th annual tent party to be held on the UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center lawn. Attendees can look forward to photo opportunities, tailgate games and more chance drawing prizes than ever! Ticket packages range from $10-$35, and include a game ticket option. To register, visit us online at www.ucfknightsnetwork.com/cecsbbq2015.
College Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
Nov. 4 | Careers in Criminal Justice Story Knight In partnership with UCF Career Services, the UCF College of Health and Public Affairs Alumni Chapter is hosting this inaugural event designed to connect alumni and students. The program will start with a group of 5-8 alumni guest speakers presenting their career stories and it will close with a networking time for students to connect with these distinguished criminal justice alumni. The event will take place in the evening in the UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center and is expected to draw about 75 guests. Nov. 9 | COHPA Veterans Continuing Education Workshop The UCF College of Health and Public Affairs Alumni Chapter and UCF School of Social Work are hosting this veterans continuing education workshop on Monday, Nov. 9 at the UCF Morgridge International Reading Center. This afternoon event will feature a presentation by renowned speaker, James A. Martin, Ph.D, and it will focus on providing support to veterans’ families. This workshop offers three hours of continuing education units for Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors. It is open to the general public and is expected to draw more than 75 guests. Event proceeds will benefit scholarships for students in the UCF School of Social Work. Nov. 16 | NSC Alumni Hall of Fame 2015 Induction The UCF Nicholson School of Communication Alumni Chapter is excited to announce the 2015 NSC Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee, Mike Griffin, ‘84, Vice President of Public Affairs, Florida Hospital. Join us as we celebrate Mike’s successes and induct him into the UCF NSC Alumni Hall of Fame for his contributions to the industry and continued support for the University of Central Florida. More details and event invite to follow. Nov. 17 | CECS Alumni Professional Development Workshop Join the UCF CECS Alumni Chapter to learn about the “Science of Communication” and how to more effectively communicate your technical ideas with non-technical individuals. Enjoy icebreakers, communication activities and networking time with your fellow CECS AlumKnights.
Nov. 18 | Business & Hospitality Networking Knight Alumni from the College of Business and Rosen College of Hospitality Management will come together at Cooper’s Hawk in Orlando for this Networking Knight. For $10 per person, guests will enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres and one complimentary drink ticket while networking with fellow alumni. Anticipated guests will include Dr. Paul Jarley, dean of the UCF College of Business and Dr. Abraham Pizam, dean of the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management.
Nov. TBD | Business Alumni Lunch & Learn – Tampa The UCF College of Business Administration invites alumni and friends for a networking luncheon featuring guests speaker, UCF Marketing Department professor, Dr. Carolyn Massiah. Guests will enjoy a complimentary lunch and hear Dr. Massiah’s presentation on Branding and the Social Media Economy. This event is made possible due to the generosity of our sponsors, Jim and Jean Robinson. [This event was originally scheduled for Sept. 1, but was postponed due to possible weather conditions associated with Tropical Storm Erika.]
COLLEGE RELATIONS NEWS Congratulations| Shaloni Prine, assistant director of alumni relations in the College of Sciences, and husband welcomed their second child, Ethan, in May.
Congratulations| Nicole Huie, assistant director of alumni relations in the College of Engineering & Computer Science, achieved UCF alumna status in May, earning her master's degree in Educational Leadership.
College Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
UCF ALUMNI ASSOCIATION—COLLEGE-BASED ALUMNI RELATIONS COLLEGES: Arts & Humanities, Business Administration, Education, Engineering & Computer Science, Health & Public Affairs, Honors, Hospitality Management, Medicine,
UCF ALUMNI ASSOCIATION—COLLEGE-BASED ALUMNI RELATIONS
COLLEGES: Arts & Humanities, Business Administration, Education, Engineering & Computer Science, Health & Public Affairs, Honors, Hospitality Management, Medicine, Nursing, Optics & Photonics, and Sciences | SCHOOLS: Communication
Regional Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
FEATURED SIGNATURE EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
June 6 | Jacksonville Senior Sendoff Over 40 alumni and guests welcomed 21 incoming freshmen into the Knights family on June 6. The club provided lunch, students heard alumni speak about UCF, and gave away several dorm friendly UCF items. This was the first Senior Sendoff for the Jacksonville Club and will certainly become an annual event.
July 1 | Palm Beach Turtle Walk at Loggerhead Marinelife Center Twenty-five Palm Beach Knights took part in a Turtle Walk-a unique program that allowed UCF alumni to learn about and observe the nesting and egg-laying process of sea turtles. Experienced Loggerhead Marinelife Center scouts patrolled a designated section of Juno Beach searching for sea turtles while Knights enjoyed an informative presentation on the plight of sea turtles, and took an exclusive, behind-the-gate tour to meet Loggerhead Marinelife Center's current sea turtle patients. Once a loggerhead sea turtle was found and began her egg-laying process, the group was then led down to the beach to witness this unforgettable experience.
July 16 | Space Coast Starry Knights Over 100 Space Coast alumni and friends gathered for the fifth annual event recognizing local alumni who have made an impact on the community as well as awarding the chapter’s Debbie K. Phillis Scholarship recipients. This year’s event brought in a record $2,640, which helped the chapter reach their goal of endowing the Debbie K. Phillis Scholarship. The Space Coast UCF Alumni Chapter is the first regional chapter or club to raise more than $25,000. Congratulations to all who were involved!
Aug. 9 | Tampa Bay Senior Sendoff & Day at the Rays The Tampa Bay UCF Alumni Chapter recently hosted their annual Senior Send-Off event inviting incoming freshmen, their families, and local alumni to come together and celebrate the newest class of students accepted to UCF. Twenty-five future Knights and their families spent the day hearing from alumni, meeting other incoming Tampa Bay Knights, and winning great UCF prizes at this year’s event. A highlight of the event was the awarding of two chapter-funded scholarships totaling $1,000. Immediately following the Senior Sendoff event, 500 UCF fans packed Tropicana Field as the Rays took on the New York Mets (and won). A portion of each ticket sold benefited the Tampa Bay UCF Alumni Chapter raising over $1,200, which will be earmarked for chapter operations and future scholarships.
Aug. 27| Seminole County Networking Knight Nearly 60 Seminole County area alumni packed the corporate office of Orlando City Soccer for a UCF Networking Knight. Alumni heard from founder and president of Orlando City Soccer Club, Phil Rawlins, and were treated to appetizers and giveaways.
Aug. 29| Tampa Bay Invasion For the seventh year running, Tampa Bay Knights invaded downtown St. Petersburg to mark the start of football season. Nearly 150 Tampa Bay area alumni enjoyed UCF giveaways, food and drink specials, a commemorative Invasion t-shirt or cup, and heard from Mike O’Donnell, ’07, assistant director of the Golden Knights Club, on the importance of supporting UCF Athletics.
Regional Relations Report May 20, 2015 – Sept. 17, 2015
Aug. 29| Palm Beach Invasion Over 100 Palm Beach Knights invaded Clematis Street in West Palm Beach to kick off football season. Last year’s event procured over $2,000 and as the numbers are calculated from this year’s event, it is the chapter’s hope that they raised enough money to create an annual Palm Beach UCF Alumni Chapter Scholarship to award to Palm Beach Knights.
Sept. 3| UCF vs. FIU Football Game Twenty-two watch parties were hosted for the season opener against FIU.
FEATURED UPCOMING EVENTS
Sept.-Dec. | Football Watch Parties The fall means football for our regional chapters and clubs and they will continue to gather across the nation this season to cheer our Knights on to victory. Visit www.ucfalumni.com/watchparties to find a location near you.
Sept. 11| San Francisco UCF AlumKnight Out The San Francisco UCF Alumni Club will welcome those heading to the Bay Area to an AlumKnight Out the evening before the UCF vs. Stanford game. The event venue, 111 Minna Gallery, evokes the effect of an urban industrial warehouse with 16ft high walls, floor to ceiling windows facing out on 2nd Street, and monthly rotating art exhibitions. It’s sure to be a great knight to welcome fans to San Francisco.
Sept. 12| UCF vs. Stanford Football Game Eighteen watch parties are planned in the state and around the country for the UCF vs. Stanford matchup. This will be the first time UCF plays a school from California and is also the farthest west our Knights have traveled since the 2005 Sheraton Hawaii Bowl, and their first trip to the Golden State in program history (since 1979). The Stanford Cardinal has never played a team from Florida.
Sept. 26 | UCF vs. South Carolina Football Game Hang out and chow down with Knights fans of all ages before UCF takes on the South Carolina Gamecocks. This family friendly black and gold tailgate will feature special appearances from fan favorites, a catered buffet and bar. You’ll find us at Seawell’s located on Rosewood Drive across from the State Fairgrounds. The pregame festivities begin three hours before kickoff and will end one hour before our Knights take the field--giving fans plenty of time to walk to Williams-Brice Stadium. Admission is $25 per person (including children). The deadline to register is Monday, Sept. 21 at 10 p.m. EST/7 p.m. PST. For more information and to register, visit www.ucfalumni.com/travelgame.
UCF Alumni Scholarship Committee Report July 30, 2015 1
Scholarship Committee Report | 2015-2016 Alumni Association Scholarship Award Summary Chair: Matt Assenmacher Staff Rep.: Carla Cordoba Scholarships Awarded:
Alumni Association Scholarships Award Amount (*Increased by $500 from original)
Number Awarded
4EVER KNIGHTS Scholarship $1000* 2 Alumni Fellows Graduate Scholarship $1500* 3 Alumni Fellows Junior Scholarship $1500* 2 Alumni Fellows Sophomore Scholarship $1500* 2 Charles N. & Frances Millican Scholarship $2500* 1 Community/State College Scholarship $1500* 2 Jack & Monica Thorsen Veteran Scholarship $500 3 Parent Donor – Student Scholarship $500 1 Phoenix Scholarship $1500* 2 Presidents’ Scholarship $1500* 2 St. Onge Family Leadership Endowed Scholarship $1000 1 UCF Alumni Legacy Scholarship $1500* 2
TOTAL AWARDED $30,000 22
Alumni Association Chapter/Club Scholarships Award Amount (*Increased this year)
Number Awarded
Amy G. Buchman, ’95, Memorial Endowed Scholarship $500 1 Chicago UCF Alumni Chapter Scholarship $500 2 College of Business Administration Alumni Chapter Scholarship $1000 5 Debbie K. Phillis Space Coast – UCF Scholarship $1000 2 Dr. William K. Grasty Memorial Scholarship $500 1 Lee A. Dumas Memorial Endowed Scholarship $500 0 Southeast Florida Knight Scholarship $750 3 Tampa Bay Knights Legacy Scholarship $500* 1 UCF School of Visual Arts and Design Alumni Chapter Scholarship $300 1 UCF Young Alumni Chapter Graduate Student Scholarship $1000 1
TOTAL AWARDED $13,050 17 GRAND TOTAL AWARDED TO DATE $43,050 39 ADDITIONAL SLATED FOR LATER THIS FISCAL YEAR $11,250 12
2015-2016 ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS AWARD TOTAL $54,300 51