Alumni of ACTION

ACTION: Advocating Collaboration Through Inclusive Excellence, Outreach and Networking. Alumni of ACTION represents University graduates from the Black, Asian, Indigenous, LGBTQIA and Latinx communities. The volunteer-led groups give DU graduates the chance to work with their DU classmates and fellow alumni to address local and global challenges while providing opportunities for the next generation.

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A.O.A. Networks

Latinx Alumni Affinity Network (DULAA)

DULAA serves the needs of the Latinx community in and around the DU campus, providing opportunities for connections, professional development, scholarship and academic support to alumni and students of Latinx heritage. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates and invites by sending an email with subject line AOA via the link below. 

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IAA

Indigenous Alumni Affinity Network (IAA)

Dedicated to enhancing the lives of indigenous people within the DU campus community and the greater Rocky Mountain area, the IAA cultivates strong bonds among alumni, current students and future generations of indigenous persons at the University to support opportunities and community trust. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates and invites by sending an email with subject line AOA via the link below. 

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De Fries

Asian Alumni Affinity Network (A3)

Known as A3, the Asian Alumni Affinity group supports the goals and passions of students and alumni of Asian heritage at the University of Denver through community events and activities. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates and invites by sending an email with subject line AOA via the link below. 

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BAA chair

Black Alumni Affinity Network (BAA)

The BAA promotes opportunities for Black alumni, staff and faculty, fostering connections between current students and the larger Black community at DU while supporting future generations. Membership is open to alumni, staff, faculty and students who identify as Black, African American or as persons of African descent. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates and invites by sending an email with subject line AOA via the link below. 

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Pride alumni

LGBTQ+ Pride Alumni Affinity

For our students, staff, faculty and alumni of all sexual orientations and gender identities, the LGBTQIA alumni network provides support, career advising and community service opportunities in partnership with the University's Cultural Center. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates and invites by sending an email with subject line AOA via the link below. 

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Lamm

Staff Leader

Meet Lillie Lamm

Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

Lillie leads volunteer engagement efforts with DU's identity based alumni affinity groups, the development of an infrastructure for volunteer pathways, including recruitment, training and stewardship. Lillie's goal is to elevate the voices of our volunteer leaders, provide relevant content and engagement opportunities; and foster connection between students and alumni with common interests and experiences. 

Lillie received her Bachelor of Science from Cal Poly SLO in Social Sciences and Masters in Organizational Leadership and Project Management from DU. Prior to joining the DU team, she worked in advancement at a k-12 hybrid homeschool, opened a community driven thrift store and worked at an international non-profit bringing fresh water to communities around the world. Her passion has always been to create positive impact in collaboration with incredible team members and volunteers. 

 

 

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Annual Events

Alumni of ACTION hosts several events collectively and in the respective groups each year. In addition to the signature events noted below, AOA provides professional development, opportunities to connect and mentor students, social events and fun ways to plug in to all the major campus wide events at DU including Alumni Weekend in May and Homecoming in October. 

  • Traditional Blanket Wrapping 
    • The Indigenous Alumni Network hosts a ceremony honoring all graduating students and their families during spring commencement. Graduates are presented with a beautiful woven blanket as they are welcoming into the IAA community. 
  • DULAA's After the Holidays Party
    • Each January, the Latinx Alumni Network invites all AOA members, friends and family to the annual after the holidays party in downtown Denver. Join to hear from current scholarship recipients, enjoy great food and reconnect after the busy holiday season. 
  • Drag Bingo
    • Each May the LGBTQ+ Pride Alumni Network hosts a virtual drag bingo to finish off the 1day4du fundraising campaign that benefits queer student programming at DU. Join to win awesome prizes, interact with the LGBTQ+ community at DU and tune in for the incredible stylings of our favorite local drag queens! 
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1day4du

Connect With Us

VOLUNTEER

If you want to share your time and talent in any way outside mentoring and networking, check out VolunteerDU at volunteering.du.edu This portal is a menu of volunteer opportunities and your open door to engage with the DU community. Choose from a variety of one-off and ongoing projects that are meaningful to you.  

The DU Career Network allows you to connect with DU students and alumni for mentoring and career networking. Share your expertise with those pursuing similar professional interests by joining du.firsthand.co. 

If you have any questions about volunteering with DU, please email alumni@du.edu.

 

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Looking to get involved or learn more? Email your network leader today!

 

 

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