Summer Institute for Alumni Relations Pre-Institute Sessions-Did Someone say data Metrics and outcomes

Did Someone say data Metrics and outcomes

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This document is a summary of a session on metrics and outcomes in data-driven society. The session was led by William L. Pierce, Associate Vice President of Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving at the University of Toledo Foundation, and Sarah Schutt, Chief Alumni Officer and Executive Director of the Wisconsin Alumni Association.<br /><br />The session started by asking participants what they are currently measuring and how they are using data to make decisions. The session emphasized that anyone can be a data champion and that it's important to start small with the data that is already available.<br /><br />The document discusses the benefits of using data, such as informing decisions on where to make cuts, determining what to keep, and identifying new opportunities for resource investment. It also highlights the importance of measuring outcomes in addition to outputs.<br /><br />The document provides examples of what to measure in alumni engagement, such as the number of attendees at events, alumni scholarships awarded, staff travel for cultivation, and alumni network growth. It suggests that the choice of what to measure should be based on institutional values, organizational priorities, and the goals one wants to achieve.<br /><br />The document goes on to discuss how data can be used to build affinity, pride, and community, as well as secure volunteer and philanthropic support. It mentions specific strategies used by the Wisconsin Alumni Association to engage recent graduates.<br /><br />The document includes charts displaying alumni affinity scores, alumni giving rates, and the impact of undergraduate alumni annual membership on the annual performance report.<br /><br />In conclusion, the document encourages participants to learn from each other, start small, work with different units and stakeholders, assess the data before making decisions, and find the fun in using data to inform strategy.<br /><br />Overall, this document provides an overview of the session on metrics and outcomes in data-driven society and highlights the key takeaways and examples discussed during the session.

Keywords

metrics

outcomes

data-driven society

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alumni engagement

benefits of using data

alumni network growth

volunteer support

alumni affinity scores

data-informed strategy