Professional Development Fund

The Alumni Professional Development Fund exists to support alumni in advancing their career skills, knowledge, and professional goals. The fund provides reimbursement grants of up to $600 to help offset the costs of eligible career-building activities.


Eligible Expenses:

The fund may be used to reimburse alumni for the following:

  • Registration fees for professional development conferences, workshops, or events
  • Enrollment fees for training programs, certifications, continuing education units (CEUs), or other career-focused educational activities
  • Other career-building or skill-enhancing activities approved by the Office of Alumni Relations


Ineligible Expenses:

The fund does not cover:

  • Tuition for degree-seeking programs or coursework
  • Travel expenses, including airfare, lodging, meals, or local transportation
  • Equipment, software, or materials not included in the registration or enrollment fee
  • Membership dues or subscription fees unrelated to a specific professional development activity


Timeline for Eligible Expenses:

  • Expenses must have been incurred within the past 12 months prior to the application date.
  • Applications for upcoming (future) eligible activities are also accepted but must follow the reimbursement process after the activity is completed.


Application and Reimbursement Process:


  • All applications will be reviewed by the Office of Alumni Relations to determine eligibility and alignment with the fund’s purpose.
  • Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis only. Approved applicants must submit original receipts or proof of payment for qualifying expenses before reimbursement is issued.
  • The maximum lifetime award per applicant is $600.


The Office of Alumni Relations reserves the right to make final determinations on eligibility and funding amounts.

Please provide the name of the conference/event/training you are participating in and include date, location and applicable website.

Please describe how participating in this professional development opportunity furthers your professional goals.

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