Major donors are motivated both by the excitement of giving and the satisfaction that their money has been put to good use, finds Andrew Derrington on a recent fundraising study trip

International student recruitment is complex, costly and competitive. But universities can keep ahead by staying connected with overseas graduates, says Nik Miller

Let's rethink alumni associations as a coaching network, says Alastair Creamer, and recent graduates as valuable voices

Alumni are ambassadors of their alma mater and are vital for revenue and placement opportunities. So how can universities get the most from their graduates? Join the debate, 29 June

As word of mouth ambassadors for the university, volunteers are crucial to alumni relations – it is essential they feel valued, says Gretchen Dobson

Join us on Friday 17 February, 12pm - 2pm GMT to discuss the role that philanthropy can play in the future of university funding

The participation of alumni in HE governance was a common feature of 19th century universities. Tamson Pietsch explores how this model could help 21st century institutions

Alumni departments and careers services both have a role to play in boosting graduate opportunity and employability, but they must work more closely together, says Alex Smith

Alex Smith, the newest member of Leicester's alumni committee, reveals what the university is doing to ensure graduates are active rather than passive