GOLD Alumni Council
Join the GOLD Alumni Council
Recent UW graduates can play a powerful role in building community among new alums and rallying support for current students. This is your chance to get involved! If you have received any degree or credential (whether at the undergrad, masters or doctoral level) from the UW in the last 10 years, you are qualified to apply. GOLD Alumni Council members serve for a term of two years.
Recruitment for the 2027 GOLD Alumni Council will open in spring 2026.
Please check back then for details about updates to the program.
Composed of University of Washington Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) alumni, the UWAA GOLD Alumni Council strives to engage, connect and inform the dynamic community of recent UW grads through UWAA events, programs and membership. The Council serves graduates from each UW campus and represents most UW schools and colleges.
“If you’re interested in having a tremendous amount of input in the direction of future UW alumni-focused campaigns and activities, this is a great outlet and channel to do so — while also building up your professional and personal network.” — past GOLD Alumni Council member
In collaboration with the UWAA, the GOLD Alumni Council explores new ways to serve and connect the larger community of new alumni, with special focus on personal and professional development, racial equity, and social and service opportunities.
The GOLD Alumni Council plays a vital role in reaching out to the new generation of alumni and fostering a Husky community that welcomes all members. GOLD Council members have contributed to a number of the UWAA’s most popular events, including:
- Serving as hosts for the UWAA’s Career Conversations program
- Supporting as ambassadors at the UWAA’s Husky Social events
- Staffing a GOLD UWAA tent at Alaska Airlines Dawg Dash to connect with recent graduates
- Serving as ambassadors at the UWAA’s summer sports programs with Seattle Storm, Sounders and Mariners
The GOLD Council bridges the gap between current students and alumni, providing professional and personal opportunities, events, and relevant information to both groups. As a GOLD Council member, you get to be the one to help facilitate this — making it incredibly easy to access such a vast network of current and former students of the UW and further develop your connection to the “pack.” — past GOLD Alumni Council member
GOLD Alumni Council members through the years
Get to know the hard-working volunteers who have brought their energy and ideas to the GOLD Alumni Council!
“The UWAA GOLD Alumni Council is an incredible way to give back and also exercise my strategic thinking in a way that’s productive for helping grow the community and institution I love the most!”
— past GOLD Alumni Council member
Frequently Asked Questions
What you could accomplish as a GOLD Council member:
- Strengthen the voice of GOLDs! Support the UWAA in ensuring that our GOLD events and programs are aligned with the GOLD communities’ values and interests.
- Grow the alumni community! Encourage your networks to attend UWAA events and programs and become UWAA members.
- Run with the pack! Steward a diverse Husky alumni community that welcomes grads from all walks of life.
Who is eligible? What are the requirements of the Council?
Eligibility
- Have an active membership with the UW Alumni Association by the start of GOLD Council term.
- Have received a degree or credential from the UW within the last ten years at the time of application.
Requirements
- Attend quarterly GOLD Council meetings (evenings, four times per year).
- Attend annual GOLD Council retreat (once per year).
- Promote and attend three to four UWAA-sponsored events (per year).
- Sit on council working groups, as needed (may require additional meetings).
What are the terms of service?
GOLD Council members serve for a term of two years.
What can I expect from this experience?
Members of the GOLD Council will be able to get to know and work alongside other actively engaged alumni and community leaders who are passionate about UW, the Alumni Association, and contributing to a thriving Husky community. GOLD Council members will have the opportunity to meet with UW Alumni Association staff and campus leadership to gain a better understanding of current programs and initiatives, institutional goals, and how the work of the Council fits within these frameworks.
What will my impact be on the GOLD Council?
The GOLD Council plays a vital role in increasing awareness of UWAA programs and initiatives amongst the recent graduate population. This impact can be felt in-person where Council increase participation of the GOLD population at UWAA events; virtually as Council members activate their network to promote upcoming programs and UWAA membership; and continually, as Council members enhance the GOLD brand identity. The GOLD Council plays a vital role in outreaching to members of the GOLD population who may be less active with the UWAA and fosters a Husky community that welcomes all members.
What are the selection process and criteria?
The selection process will include an online application and an individual interview for those who move forward in the selection process. The GOLD Council reflects the diversity of the GOLD population, including UW campuses, schools/colleges, identities, and communities. We are seeking new members with the energy, skills, and passion to advance the GOLD Council’s goals.
GOLD Council History
The GOLD Council launched its inaugural group in 2017. Since then, the Council has created and refined its goals and internal structures, created a GOLD presence at UWAA marquee events, and promoted GOLD-specific events and programs to recent graduates.
How can I get additional information?
Please contact the Alumni & Student Programs team at asengage@uw.edu for more information.
