Monthly Membership Webinar (January 2026)-Recording

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This webinar, led by Wilona Sloan and Christina Ports of CASE (Council for Advancement and Support in Education), introduces new and prospective members to the association’s resources and opportunities. CASE is a global nonprofit supporting over 100,000 advancement professionals across 3,000 institutions in 82 countries, specializing in alumni relations, development, marketing, and communications. Members are encouraged to engage actively, including volunteering and attending events.<br /><br />Key benefits highlighted include access to a comprehensive CASE library with curated subject guides and sample collections for peer inspiration, personalized research help via "Ask the Library," and an award-winning Currents magazine on advancement trends. CASE hosts over 50 annual conferences worldwide, offering a 40% member discount and scholarships for registration fees. Online learning through webinars and courses is widely available.<br /><br />Members also gain access to CASE’s Global Reporting Standards, research and benchmarking data via CASE Insights, and a Higher Ed Alumni Hub offering messaging tools and advocacy resources. The Circle of Excellence Awards recognize outstanding advancement work, appealing for applications by March 11. CASE offers a paid summer internship program connecting students with institutions for real-world advancement experience.<br /><br />Volunteering through CASE fosters professional growth, networking, and career advancement. Throughout, the team stresses member support, asking questions, and leveraging CASE resources for career development and institutional success.

Keywords

CASE

advancement professionals

alumni relations

professional development

global nonprofit

networking opportunities

higher education