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Canterbury Core

We are all Saints and we are more than 5,000 strong. We are part of a powerful and life-long community of alumni. This is the heart of Canterbury Core, a Society of Alumni initiative.

Whether you are across town or across the globe, Canterbury Core offers you a variety of ways to connect with your Society of Alumni. Just as important, it provides you with real opportunities to personally benefit from your alumni network. And whether you have a great deal of time or not very much, there are options that fit your lifestyle, schedule, needs, and interests

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Volunteer Opportunities

Explore our volunteer opportunities and find your inspiration to become a member of Canterbury Core.

Career Development

Whether you are a well-established professional or just beginning your career, you can help fellow Saints in their employment pursuits by:

Speaking to the student body about your industry or career

Providing workshops or webinars in your area of expertise

Participating in career panel discussions

Hosting or attending networking events with students and alumni

Conducting mock interviews or reviewing resumes

Providing job shadow or internship experiences at your workplace

Promoting employment opportunities within your organization

Reunion

Athletic and Affinity Groups

Go beyond the traditional class structure and interact with those with shared interests or similar Canterbury memories and experiences by:

Connecting with others who participated in the same sports, clubs, or activities that engaged you as a student

Supporting current Canterbury athletics and student groups

Promoting the success of Canterbury sports and activities in your community or professional circles

Regional Network

From the hill and beyond, the network of Canterbury alumni reaches around the world. Reconnect socially and professionally with fellow Saints in your region by:

Initiating an alumni chapter in your area

Planning, hosting, or simply connecting with others at Canterbury-sponsored networking receptions; social, cultural and athletic events; or community service projects

Offering advice to fellow alumni relocating to your area

Reinforcing ties between current students and alumni in your area

Class Representatives

Keep classmates connected and ‘in the know’ of all things Canterbury by:

Communicating with classmates by letter, email, or phone

Collecting news of classmates’ accomplishments for the Pallium and website

Nominating classmates for alumni awards and honors

Encouraging attendance at Homecoming, social and networking receptions, and other events

Connecting on social media, sharing posts, and tweeting news and events

Updating the School of classmates’ whereabouts and contact information

Assisting with Annual Fund gift solicitations

Admissions

As an admissions volunteer, you provide a strong link between prospective students and the School simply by sharing your knowledge and experiences. Admissions volunteers help to recruit prospective students by:

Representing Canterbury at school fairs

Writing notes or making phone calls to accepted students

Hosting a reception for prospective families in your local area

Visiting schools in your local area

Advisory Committees

Lend your talent and expertise to your Society of Alumni. As an SOA Volunteer advisor, you can work alongside the Executive Committee to implement alumni programs and services that will directly benefit your fellow Saints and the School through:

Strategic planning
Marketing and communications
Technology and website development
Video and social media
Event planning and entertainment
Graphic design
We welcome your suggestions on where you think you can help!

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