ALUMNI UPDATES

Stories, resources and news from the Change Makers community

  • Summer alumni social attracted lively crowd

    Nearly 50 Change Makers alumni gathered Aug. 1 at Moodswing for an afternoon of conversation, connection and fun. Guests enjoyed food and drinks, joined small-group discussions on a range of topics and took to the pickleball courts, with experienced players and complete beginners alike getting into the game. The lively turnout offered another reminder of how strong the Change Makers community remains beyond the semester. And here’s a link to pictures from the event.

  • Here’s how to ‘Keep Connecting’

    Photo by Samantha Borges on Unsplash

    The Change Makers alumni group is launching a new “Keep Connecting” online series, and you’re invited to join the conversation. The first session, Compassionate Caring, will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, and it will explore thoughtful, practical approaches to managing caregiving roles.

    Here is the link to participate. The meeting ID is 97037695337.

    And save the dates for the other two sessions:

    • Wednesday, Oct. 28 — You’re Retired, But Your Spouse Is Not: Navigate changing routines, expectations and connection when partners enter retirement at different times.
    • Thursday, Nov. 19 — What’s FUN in Retirement?

    Sessions will be facilitated by members of the Alumni Steering Committee, and participants can expect practical ideas, candid conversation and meaningful connection with fellow alumni navigating the opportunities and transitions of what comes next. 

  • Keep growing. Keep connecting.

    Photo by Chris Montgomery for Unsplash

    The Change Makers conversation will continue with an exclusive fall online series for alumni designed around real-life topics that extend beyond what we explored during the semester-long fellowship program. Each of the sessions will be held on Zoom, and participants can expect practical ideas, candid conversation and meaningful connection with fellow alumni navigating the opportunities and transitions of what comes next.

    Sessions will be facilitated by members of the Alumni Steering Committee and will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. MT. Dates and topics for the fall 2026 series are: 

    • Thursday, Sept. 17 — Compassionate Caring: Explore thoughtful, practical approaches to managing elderly parent care.
    • Wednesday, Oct. 28 — You’re Retired, But Your Spouse Is Not: Navigate changing routines, expectations and connection when partners enter retirement at different times.
    • Thursday, Nov. 19 — What’s FUN in Retirement?

    Registration details and Zoom links are coming soon, so be sure to check back on the Change Makers alumni website and save these dates on your calendar.

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