Around the world, our volunteers shine as they share their enthusiasm and knowledge of Notre Dame with prospective students and their families. Whether you already serve in this vital recruitment role or are eager to learn more, this session will equip you with insights on how to best represent the University. Join the Office of Undergraduate Admissions team as they detail the responsibilities and rewards of being a Notre Dame recruitment volunteer.

In this session, hear unique strategies for increasing membership by focusing on mission-aligned messaging and providing successful examples that you can use for your next membership campaign. Learn and create actionable ideas and have conversations with other club leaders.

Join Fr. Joe Corpora, C.S.C. and Adrienne Skinner to learn more about Notre Dame's Transformational Leaders Program (TLP). TLP, housed in the Office of the Provost, accompanies and serves almost 900 first gen, low income, Pell-eligible, differently-prepared students at Notre Dame. TLP hopes to meet students at the intersection of discernment and career and is dedicated to accompanying our students in the many aspects of college life --- academic, professional, social, and spiritual. Discover how this initiative embodies the University's mission and learn how you and your communities can support and accompany these future leaders.

Over the past year, the Senior Alumni Board has formed a Veterans Engagement Initiative (VEI) Working Group and undertaken the mission of building a framework for Clubs to better engage military-connected alumni, friends, and family. This workshop’s goals are 1) an introduction to Notre Dame's Office of Military & Veterans Affairs (OMVA) current initiatives focused on the military-connected community, 2) an overview of the work undertaken by the VEI Working Group, and 3) an opportunity to explore ways in which participants may best engage their Club’s military-connected communities.

Going for Diversity Gold celebrates the vibrant diversity within the Notre Dame alumni community while fostering collaboration among clubs. Through interactive breakout discussions and insights from leaders within Hispanic Alumni of ND, Native American Alumni of ND, Asian Pacific Alumni of ND, and Black Alumni of ND, attendees will explore best practices for incorporating diversity into club programming. This session provides practical strategies, peer learning, and a takeaway toolkit to help club leaders implement meaningful initiatives that strengthen inclusion across the ND network.

Join this interactive session that will empower you to shine through every stage of the board management lifecycle. During this workshop, the NDAA and fellow club leaders will share practical strategies for managing your board, navigating leadership transitions, resolving conflict, and cultivating pathways for future generations of club leaders. You will walk away with actionable ideas to build a well-organized and productive board that will make an enduring impact on the Notre Dame family in your community.

Picture this...your club is leading the charge on young alumni engagement. They're showing up for events, signing up as members, and meaningfully contributing to your club. How can you reach this dream state? By cultivating, supporting, and collaborating with Young Alumni Coordinators (YACs). We'll review what a YAC is and how to effectively work with them to better understand and engage the newest ND grads. Expect tips from YACs and their clubs, YoungND resources, and time for questions.

Notre Dame's legacy of excellence is made even brighter by the generosity of alumni and friends who support our students through scholarships, making a Notre Dame education more accessible. This session will focus on how club scholarships play a crucial role in ensuring that future generations of students can experience the golden opportunities Notre Dame offers. Join Mary Nucciarone (Director of Financial Aid) and Michael Riemke (Sr. Associate Director) for a discussion on scholarship administration, annual reporting, and best practices to maximize the impact of your scholarship dollars.

Are you new to volunteering with your Club, Class, or Group or would you like a refresher on tech resources available to you? Join the NDAA IT team and learn how you can use myND and your CCG Google accounts to engage with your community! There will be a brief presentation introducing our topics, Q&A with the team, and an opportunity to walk around the room and visit the topics areas that most intrigue you. Topics will include: Obtaining Admin Rights, Memberships, Email Templates, Common Help Desk Questions, Google Accounts, Product Roadmap, and more! We encourage you to join us and bring your tech questions!

This interactive workshop provides practical strategies to help volunteers sustain their energy, maintain focus, and avoid burnout while strengthening alumni connections. Participants will explore the power of optimism, learn to recognize and overcome common thinking traps and practice mindfulness techniques that promote balance and resilience. Leave this workshop with actionable tools to manage stress, stay motivated, and make a lasting impact—without sacrificing well-being.