Volunteer Overview
Engage
- Social Media Ambassador (Buff & Blue Crew)
Description: Social Media Ambassadors, also called the “Buff & Blue Crew,” share GW news, stories, and events with their professional connections/networks via the social media platforms of their choice (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). Simply receive postable content from the GW Buff & Blue Crew via email, and share. Read the full position description and sign up here.
Time commitment: 1 hour per month
Contact Staff Lead: Sarah Houtchens
- Giving Day Advocate (March and April only)
Description: Giving Day Advocates (GDAs) connect with GW community members and share social media content and information with their GW networks to increase engagement on our annual Giving Day. Read the full position description.
Time commitment: 30 minutes of training, 1-2 hours of communication time in weeks leading up to Giving Day, 1-2 hours on Giving Day
Philanthropic commitment: Giving Day Advocates are expected to make a gift to GW at a level of individual comfort.
Contact: Ready to jump in? Register here.
- Reunion Volunteer
Description: Class reunions held during GW Alumni & Families Weekend (AFW) are the perfect occasions to reconnect with old friends, visit campus, and share news and memories. Reunion volunteers will have an opportunity to reach out to classmates to invite them back to campus, as well as help plan the details for their reunion party and any other class-specific activities during the weekend. Read the full position description.
Time commitment: 30 minutes of training, 1 hour per month for committee meetings from April - October, and 1-4 hours per month on classmate outreach/venue research/event planning.
Philanthropic commitment: Reunion volunteers are expected to make a gift to GW at a level of individual comfort by the date of their class reunion party.
Contact: Ready to jump in? Sign up to learn more.
- Alumni in Focus
Description: GW Alumni In Focus is a campaign by the GW Alumni Association where we spotlight some of the achievements of our incredible alumni community. We encourage you to share your achievements with the rest of the GW alumni community through this initiative. Fill out our form here.
Contact Staff Lead: Andrea Kovachy
Discover
- Industry Leadership Council Member
Description: A member of a network's Industry Leadership Council (ILC) will work with the Office of Alumni Relations (OAR) staff to implement industry-based programming for GW alumni, both in-person and online. Read the full position description.
Time commitment: ILC members are expected to participate in an average of two council meetings per year. Most additional volunteer tasks can be completed at leisure within the deadlines determined by the ILC and OAR for specific events. ILC members are expected to serve a minimum of a two-year term.
Philanthropic commitment: All volunteers are expected to make an annual gift of any amount (minimum gift of $5) to any GW fund.
Contact Staff Lead: Francesca Botteri
- Regional Network Volunteer (Domestic and International)
Description: The regional alumni networks are led by alumni volunteers who wish to reconnect with GW and with fellow alumni in their geographic area. Among many responsibilities, regional volunteers are expected to positively represent and promote GW in the region; develop action plans and events appropriate to each region in support of the university’s strategies; and lead and coordinate all aspects of planning and executing regional events.
Time Commitment: Regional volunteers spend approximately two hours per month in network related activities. Volunteers are expected to serve a two-year term.
Philanthropic Commitment: Regional volunteers are expected to make an annual gift to GW at a level of individual comfort.
Contact Staff Lead: Maggie Richard
- Shared Identity Alumni Network Volunteer
Description: The Shared Identity alumni networks are led by alumni volunteers who wish to create community and reconnect with alumni based on their identity. Shared Identity volunteers are tasked with positively representing and promoting GW within their identity and affinity group; developing action plans and events appropriate to each Shared Identity Network in support of the university’s strategies; and leading and coordinating all aspects of planning and executing Shared Identity events. Read the full position description here.
Time Commitment: Shared Identity & Interest volunteers spend approximately two hours per month in network related activities. Volunteers are expected to serve a two-year term.
Philanthropic Commitment: Shared Identity Alumni Network volunteers are expected to make an annual gift to GW at a level of individual comfort.
Contact Staff Lead: Alyssa Twilbeck
- GWebinar Presenter
Description: The GWebinar program is an online professional development series that invites GW alumni, staff, faculty, parents, and industry experts to share best practices, educate, and cultivate professional success amongst GW alumni. We host 3 - 4 presentations each year and welcome proposals for new topics and areas of interest.
Time Commitment: Presentations last one hour. Prior to the presentation date, there will be 2 - 3 phone calls with the program manager to review expectations, guidelines, and address any questions.
Contact Staff Lead: Francesca Botteri
Connect
- GW Career Connect (GWCC) Online Networking
Description: GW Career Connect is an online platform for student-alumni mentorship and networking. It is a global and diverse community that enables undergraduate and graduate students from all GW schools, class years and industries to seek career guidance and professional development from alumni. Both students and alumni can also network within fourteen industry areas of interest.
Time commitment: Varies based on participation
Contact: Ready to jump in? Sign up here.
- Revolutionary Conversations: Coffee with Alumni
Description: The Revolutionary Conversations: Coffee with Alumni program is designed to build connections between GW students and alumni over engaging, informal coffees. Alumni hosts are encouraged to share their GW experiences and career advice with students looking to build their professional network while exploring various career paths and industries. Your guidance in this informal networking experience could have a lasting impact on students’ time at GW and their career trajectory beyond graduation.
Time Commitment: A coffee can last for anywhere between 45-90 minutes depending on the number of students attending and the conversation.
Philanthropic Commitment: Your payment for an in-person coffee will be considered a gift-in-kind to the university once your itemized receipt is submitted to the program coordinator.
Contact: Ready to jump in? Apply to host a coffee