Volunteers are vital to the success of Hanover, giving their time, talent, and treasure. From organizing national outreach activities to serving as online career advisors to students, there are many opportunities to make a significant impact. You will always find a way to volunteer that will fit into your schedule and allow you to stay connected to Hanover. Below is a list of the many volunteer and engagement opportunities through which you can share your time, resources, and skills.
ADMISSIONS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
ADMISSION REFERRALS
Refer a prospective student to Hanover College.
HANOVER ALUMNI RECRUITMENT TEAM
Hanover College's Alumni Recruitment Team (H.A.R.T.) is an initiative that assists the Office of Admission in identifying prospective students who embrace the values of lifelong inquiry, transformative learning, and meaningful service. Members of the H.A.R.T. program assist by providing student referrals, participating in high school and college fairs, and hosting or sponsoring regional receptions.
Apply to become a member, nominate a fellow alumnus, or view a current list of H.A.R.T. members
HIGH SCHOOL VISITS
Visit your high school's guidance counselor to tell them about the great things going on at Hanover College. For a packet of information, email admission@hanover.edu or call 812-866-7021 or 1-800-213-2178.
LEGACY PROGRAM & SCHOLARSHIP
Family connections are important to Hanover College! Learn about the Legacy Award Scholarships, renewable annually that is given to Hanover's Legacies as part of their financial aid package when they attend Hanover (eligibility requirements as determined through the Admission Process.) Our hope is that children, siblings, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews of alumni will keep HC in mind as they begin to plan for their future education.
To celebrate this tradition, we would like to send every legacy a small gift at special age 'milestones' in their lives. Sign up your legacy today! Make sure to enter the legacy's birth date so that we can send them their special gift during their birthday month.
ALUMNI ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND BOARDS
Hanover College offers a wide range of opportunities for alumni to volunteer their time. Currently, we have nearly 300 alumni volunteers each year who serve on an advisory committee or board. Learn more.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
COACH MENTORING PROGRAM
Alumni mentors will have the opportunity to be a “coach” to Hanover College student mentees, helping navigate through challenges in an academic program, giving advice on building a strong resume, practicing how to interview for graduate school or job placement, and assisting in professional networking. Alumni wished they would have had something like this when they were students. Learn more at https://our.hanover.edu/coach_mentoring.
HANOVER CAREER ALUMNI NETWORK
Alumni are also encouraged to join our Hanover Career Alumni Network (HanoverCAN) on LinkedIn where they can network with other alumni and recent graduates.
INTERVIEW PREP & INTERNSHIPS
The Levett Career Center is currently looking for alumni who can assist with mock interviews, resume reviews, and possible internships. Please reach out to Jenny Moss, Executive Director of the Levett Career Center.
ON-CAMPUS RECRUITING
Alumni are invited to participate in our On-Campus Recruiting program in a variety of ways, such as giving a presentation to students about their company, hosting students for internships, or coming to campus to interview job seekers for permanent positions. For more information, please visit careercenter.hanover.edu/alumni or e-mail careercenter@hanover.edu.
EVENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
PUB NIGHT/WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD
We are currently changing the name of Pub Night to Welcome to the Neighborhood. Our goal is to focus on welcoming new alumni to your area by hosting a gathering to meet and network. Interested in holding a gathering in your area? Contact Nicole McKown, Director of Constituency Engagement and Annual Giving.
REUNION HOSTS
Each year, the office of alumni relations looks for representatives from each reunion year to be a Reunion Host. The Class Reunion Host (or co-host) serves as the key volunteer for his/her class in preparation for their class reunion and Homecoming Weekend. Reunion Hosts will be chosen by March 1 and will work with the Director of Alumni Relations.
NOMINATE HANOVERIANS FOR ALUMNI AWARDS
ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
The Hanover College Alumni Achievement Award is the highest honor bestowed upon alumni. The award recognizes alumni who have enhanced the reputation of Hanover College by distinguishing themselves with outstanding professional achievements, personal achievements, or those who have been loyally dedicated their time and service to their alma mater. Nominate an alumnus today!
ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME
Nominate an alum who has excelled in athletics at HC or through his or her career as a coach. Learn more about the Athletic Hall of Fame.
DISTINGUISHED YOUNG ALUMNI AWARD
The Hanover College Distinguished Young Alumni Award is the highest honor bestowed upon alumni under the age of 40. The award recognizes alumni who have enhanced the reputation of the College through their outstanding professional achievements, personal accomplishments, or their loyal service to their alma mater. Nominate a young alumnus today!
ELEANORE WATTS MOYER VOLUNTEER AWARD
Nominate an alum, Hanover-Madison community member, Hanover College faculty, or staff member who has provided leadership in volunteerism for Hanover College. Nominations are being accepted.
SHOW YOUR PANTHER PRIDE
LICENSE PLATES
Indiana alumni can show their Hanover pride everywhere they go by ordering an Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Hanover College license plate.
MERCHANDISE
Enhance awareness by displaying the Hanover College name in public. Wear Hanover College t-shirts out in your community, and display Hanover College memorabilia in your home and office. Shop now for your Hanover College merchandise.
STAY IN TOUCH
Class Notes
We want to know what is happening in your life! Share your milestones, experiences, travels, and tales by submitting your class notes and photos. It's a great way to keep up with your classmates. Take a look!
Hanoverian Magazine
The Hanoverian is now available online!
Social Media
Every day, we’re sharing the good news about Hanover and our community on social media. Take a look! Make sure to follow the accounts and join in the conversations!
Update Your Information
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