Alumni Volunteer Program
At Kettering University, our mission is to prepare students for a life of extraordinary leadership and service.
From a student’s first week on campus, they begin to foster an appreciation for giving back by serving others. During Freshman Orientation Week, students go out into the local community on Service Saturday, led by upper-class students, and volunteer with nonprofits and local neighborhoods, improving the community they will be living and learning in the next few years of their lives.
The Alumni Volunteer Program, in partnership with the KGMI Alumni Association, provides volunteer opportunities for alumni to impact students, future bulldogs, and the Kettering community. Whether you are returning to campus as a guest lecturer, a student mentor, serving on an advisory board, or volunteering at Commencement, thank you for giving back to your alma mater and impacting students.
Alumni Volunteer Impact Areas
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Student Experience
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Future Bulldogs
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Alumni Engagement
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Community Enrichment
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Advisory Board Service
To learn more contact Eric Szczepanski, Alumni Volunteer Coordinator.
Volunteer Opportunities
Back to the Bricks - Main Event
August 15-20 Kettering University is a proud sponsor of Back to the Bricks in downtown Flint. Every year staff, students, and alumni participate in this annual community event. To volunteer or learn more, please contact Jack Stock, director of external relations, at (810) 762-7873 or jstock@kettering.edu.
Food Bank of Eastern Michigan
August 20
Alumni are welcomed to join Kettering students from 9 am -12 pm for the University's next Service Saturday.
Sign up form and additional information
Crim Festival of Races
August 27
Volunteer at the 45th annual Crim Festival of Races. The Crim Fitness Foundation is looking for volunteers to assist on Race Day. Don’t forget to stop by the Kettering University Alumni - Crim Tailgate at the 501 Bar and Grill in downtown Flint before or after your volunteer shift. Please email the alumni office at eszczepanski@kettering.edu and let them know you have signed up to volunteer.
Alumni Connections Week Hosts and Co-Hosts
September 12-17
Host a social gathering event for alumni to attend during Connections Week.
Freshman Orientation-Service Saturday
October 1
Join Kettering students, as they begin their quest to become extraordinary leaders, for three hours of community service and lunch at the Learning Commons.
Durant-Tuuri-Mott Elementary School - Community Garden Space
Late Summer/Fall - TBA
Durant-Tuuri is the largest elementary school in Flint next to Kettering’s Campus. We are collaborating with the school to develop a Community Garden Space.
Bell Ringers for the Holiday
December - TBA
It’s the season of giving. Kettering is partnering with the Salvation army. Spend a couple of hours as a Bell Ringer at the Flint Farmers Market this holiday season. Sign up and additional information coming soon.
Social Media Advocate
Are you active on social media? Be a positive advocate on behalf of the University by reflecting on your student and alumni experiences, engaging other alumni on social media, and sharing Kettering University and Alumni social media content.
SAC Speakers
Share your journey from the classroom to the workforce with Kettering students as a Student Alumni Council speaker.
Alumni Admissions Ambassadors
Ambassadors meet with prospective students at college fairs, high schools, trade shows, and events to talk about the value and benefits of a Kettering education.
Alumni Volunteers Make a Difference
Kettering University would like to thank our outstanding alumni for positively impacting our students’ lives. During the last year, more than 140 volunteers gave more than 1,320 hours of their time.
We sincerely appreciate your dedication. By serving the Kettering community, you are showing the next generation what it means to be extraordinary leaders.
Share the Kettering story, share your personal Kettering experience and connect talented students you know to your alma mater.
Refer students in your network to visit kettering.edu/referred to fill out an interest form so we can keep them up-to-date on admissions and scholarship opportunities and learn more about all that Kettering University has to offer. Be sure to tell them to include your name as a reference.