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9. Attend graduation ceremony for the conferring of the degree.

OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS

The Office of Alumni Relations serves as the University’s liaison to the Bowie State
University National Alumni Association (BSUNAA). The Office maintains an active
role in increasing alumni participation with the University and with the
BSUNAA. The Office coordinates activities that celebrate the accomplishments of
the University and the accomplishments of alumni. Active involvement of alumni
in the University is a major goal and focus of the Office of Alumni Relations.

Alumni are encouraged to establish a mutually beneficial relationship between
Bowie State University and the BSUNAA, by being an active member, keeping the
University apprised of their accomplishments and networking with other alumni
and current students, you will continue to find enrichment from your relationship
with Bowie State University and members of the BSUNAA.

Membership with the BSU National Alumni Association

All persons having attended Bowie State University, formerly Bowie State College,
Maryland State Teachers College, Bowie Normal School #3, and Maryland Normal
School for Colored Youth shall be entitled to membership.

STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is a student program that cultivates
relationships between students and alumni, enhances the college experience
through exciting, memorable events, and promotes Bowie State University (BSU)
pride and tradition. Students and alumni have respect for the rich traditions of
BSU and possess a lasting love for their alma mater. The Student Alumni
Association (SAA) is an excellent vehicle to begin this process. It is through this
type of student organization that traditions are taught and continued; and that
affinity to the institution is established. During the course of the student
experience the progression to alumni occurs. At the conclusion of the student
experience, energetic alumni emerge ready to come to the assistance of their alma
mater, both financially and intellectually.

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