Purchase Alumni in the Classroom

The Purchase College Alumni Association has launched a new Alumni in the Classroom program that provides speaking opportunities to alumni.  

Faculty are always looking for new ways to enhance the program experience and augment their instruction by bringing real-world practitioners into the classroom.  Alumni guest speakers provide insights that give current students a firsthand look at career possibilities and life after Purchase.  

Let us know if you would be interested in sharing your experiences and expertise in any of the topics listed below: 

Communications-related topics

  • Public speaking
  • Writing
  • Podcasting
  • Marketing
  • Social Media
  • Intercultural Issues
  • Television
  • Video Production

Liberal Studies-broader topics

  • Energy
  • Water
  • Food Systems
  • Migration
  • Transportation
  • Health & Human Services
  • Housing
  • Special Education & Disabilities

Management Issues

  • Finance
  • Fundraising
  • Generating start-up capital
  • Nonprofit management
    (especially social- and/or
    arts-related issues)

If selected, a member of the faculty will contact you directly to discuss possible speaking dates and times.