Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kim Baldus’s organization
Sep 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Alumni Association Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed organizational structure and staffing updates, including the recruitment of a new Assistant Vice Chancellor and the transition of the Alumni Engagement team to the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center. Key agenda items included a review of board engagement metrics and expectations, approval of the FY27 budget, and an evaluation of financial reporting processes. The board voted to amend bylaws to change audit frequency from annual to periodic and discussed initiating an RFP for a new accounting and audit firm.
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The Governance Committee reviewed the association's bylaws, specifically focusing on honorary membership processes, Board of Directors' annual compliance agreements, the description of the advocacy committee, and the necessity of an annual audit. A motion was passed to recommend moving from an annual to a biannual audit cycle. Additionally, the committee discussed board engagement metrics, the need for increased committee participation, and the potential for a board mentorship program. Administrative updates regarding the upcoming Board of Directors meeting, a grand opening event, and the selection process for new board members were also covered.
The committee discussed its strategic direction to create meaningful connections between alumni and the university to advance student success and professional development. Procedures were reviewed, noting an expansion of the committee's scope to include student engagement. Members established plans to recruit non-board members to assist with committee tasks. The calendar of events was reviewed, with specific attention given to volunteer coordination, sponsorship strategies, and board member ambassador roles for the UMSL 5k and the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center Grand Opening.
Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Affinity Leadership Council Meeting
The council discussed strategic direction and organizational changes aimed at enhancing alumni engagement and aligning affinity groups with broader institutional goals. Key topics included a review of the council's purpose and procedures to improve annual planning timelines, as well as an assessment of affinity group leadership rosters and vacancies. The committee focused on strategies for increasing multi-generational representation, fostering cross-collaboration, and building a pipeline for future volunteer leadership. Action items were established regarding nomination processes, the development of an onboarding plan for new volunteers, and the scheduling of engagement meetings with affinity group chairs and staff liaisons.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
