Chapter Leader Newsletter

DECEMBER 2023

Holiday Message, Annual Renewal Process, Cal Discoveries Travel, and More!

What's New with the Alumni Chapters Department?

Happy Holidays from CAA!

Thank you, Alumni Chapter Leaders, for all of the hard work and dedication you have exhibited in 2023! Because of you, we continued to engage Cal alumni nationwide throughout the year. From to Summer Welcome Parties, to happy hours, to football watch parties, we continue to witness the amazing work you do and wish to thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

We also would like to inform you that CAA staff will be on their winter break from Friday, Dec. 22, 2023 through Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. During this time our offices at Alumni House will be closed and our staff will be taking some well-earned time off.

Annual Renewal Form Due January 15

This is a reminder that the Annual Renewal Form is due soon!

For more in-depth information on the Annual Renewal process, please visit the links below:

We have our consultant Matt Ulery who is still here to support your chapter with the annual renewal process and anything else your chapter may need support with.

To set up a meeting, please email laura.dolorfino@alumni.berkeley.edu. Laura Dolorfino will get back to you as soon as possible after CAA returns from winter break.

What Else Is Going on at CAA?

Cal Discoveries Travel

Group of men and women in hats and sunglasses, grouped around a Cal flag, looking at the camera. Behind them are the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx in Egypt.

2023 was a standout year for travel. Cal Discoveries sent out over 1,350 adventurers on more than 80 trips across the globe! You too can enjoy the connections and camaraderie of traveling with alumni and friends of Cal on a trip with Cal Discoveries Travel. When you travel with us, not only are you supporting the great work of the Cal Alumni Association, but you’re also combining the thrill of exploration with lifelong learning, new experiences, and a sense of community.

Have you made your 2024 travel plans yet? Now is the perfect time to reserve your space on a Cal Discoveries trip for summer, fall, or winter, and we have a lot of options for you. We are always updating our array of compelling itineraries.

Witness the phenomenon of the 2024 total solar eclipse from deep in the heart of Texas, or follow in the footsteps of African American luminaries while strolling through the streets of Paris. If learning is your thing, immerse yourself in a new, unique—and fun!—study program with inspiring seminars and experiential field trips exploring Greek food culture in Crete, from the use of traditional ingredients and cooking techniques to the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. Additionally, we’re continuing our tradition of theater trips to London and New York, while our deeply immersive, seminar-based Oxford Berkeley Program remains our most popular educational offering.

Our Cal Discoveries team is ready to answer your questions and help you choose your next adventure! Connect with us at caldiscoveries@alumni.berkeley.edu or 510-900-8222.

FIND A TRIP

Make a gift to the CAA Fund Today. Your support empowers our programs and keeps alumni connected to Berkeley for Life. Photo is of sather gate with twinkle lights and a

Don’t forget to make your year-end gift to CAA today and help our alumni association reach new heights in 2023! All gifts received by Dec. 31, 2023 qualify for a 2023 tax donation. The Cal Alumni Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and self-funded organization, federal identification #94-1007751.

What Else is Going on at Cal?

UC Berkeley Alumni Census

Courtesy of Cal Athletics.

Add your voice to the UC Berkeley Alumni Census by Dec. 31, 2023. For the first time in 10 years, Cal is reaching out to all alumni to invite their thoughtful insights as to what it means to be a Golden Bear and how your Berkeley degree features within your alumni identity.

ADD YOUR VOICE

2024 Culture Connect Conference

Imagine a workplace where innovation flows, inclusivity is a lived reality, and where your team thrives in the era of hybrid work. You can gain strategic insights on how to reach these goals by attending the 2024 Culture Connect Conference, hosted by the Berkeley Center for Workplace Culture and Innovation at Berkeley Haas on Jan. 10, 2024.

This year's conference promises a deep dive into three pivotal themes that are shaping the future of work: Generative AI and the Workplace; Hybrid Workplace Models; and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Our dynamic speaker lineup includes accomplished industry leaders and distinguished academic experts who have thoughtfully engaged with these themes.

Don't miss the opportunity to secure your spot using our alumni code (a 40% discount off the regular price) by applying the code GOBEARS24 in the Group Code section.

UC Berkeley Alumni Virtual Book Club

Book cover of The Mountains Sing: A Novel by Nguyen Phan Que Mai. The edges are orange with branches in the foreground. In the background is a green valley surrounded by mountains.

UC Berkeley is excited to offer a complimentary virtual engagement for Cal alumni! The Berkeley Alumni Virtual Book Club is a free, fully online opportunity for the Berkeley alumni community to expand their intellectual horizons and connect back to Cal no matter your age, industry, or geographic location.

The selection for January – March 2024 is The Mountains Sing: A Novel by Nguyen Phan Que Mai. We hope for a highly involved community of Berkeley book lovers!

News and Updates

Susie Cohen Crumpler (left) takes a selfie with Professor Alex Filippenko.

Year-End Reflections from CAA's Executive Director

As 2023 draws to a close, Susie Cohen Crumpler reflects on CAA's path to pivot into the post-pandemic era.

Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Lair in the Non-Summer Months
Fall, winter, or spring, Cal alums and friends can stay at the Lair of the Golden Bear at any time of the year to explore nearby nature and enjoy the Lair’s different offerings.

Quick Links

Alumni Chapters Manual

Annual Renewal Checklist

Annual Renewal Form

Chapter Leader Resources

Event Report Submission

Grant Application

Board Member Update Form

Social Media Guide

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