USM Undergraduate Catalog 2007-2008

University of Southern Maine Alumni Association

Director: Elizabeth Huntley

The USM Alumni Association represents over 32,000 members, all graduates of USM or one of its predecessor schools dating back to 1878: Gorham Normal School, Gorham State Teachers College, Gorham State College, Portland University, Portland Junior College, University of Maine in Portland, and University of Maine Portland-Gorham.

The mission of the Association is to support the University through alumni involvement, commitment, and communication. The goals are to enhance alumni loyalty and pride, improve alumni communications, expand networking opportunities, increase financial support, and increase alumni influence on campus, in the community, and as legislative advocates.

The work of the Association is accomplished through committees, chaired by Board members, and assisted with direction and staff support from the department of USM Alumni Relations.