GOLD stands for “Graduates of the Last Decade,” those crucial first 10 years after graduation when Clarkies are getting established in life and careers. The GOLD Council consists of 20 to 30 young alumni spanning class years from the previous decade. Council members host events, serve on committees, participate in University initiatives, and otherwise engage with the Clark community.
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GOLD Council objectives include:
- Maximizing the impact of the University’s most recent graduates
- Increasing young alumni engagement in Clark events and initiatives
- Encouraging classmates to volunteer
- Helping to grow annual philanthropic support among recent graduates
GOLD Council Subcommittees
- Student Engagement and Recruitment
- Programming
- Philanthropy and Outreach
View the 2022-2023 Impact Report
GOLD Leadership
Anabel Riggio BA ’22, MPA ‘23
Co-Chair
Faaiz Masood ’20
Co-Chair
Taylor Laflamme ’23, M.S. ’24
Co-Chair
Parker Freedman ’21
Co-Chair
GOLD Members & Volunteers
- Drashhti Bilimoria ’21, MBA ’22 **
- Emilee Cocuzzo ’18, MBA ’19
- Zack Conant ’23, MBA ’24
- Parker Freedman ’21
- Maire Geoghegan ’24, MA ’25
- Andrés Gvirtz ’18
- Alec William Hoffman ’23
- Taylor Laflamme ’23, MS ’24
- Idriss Laouali Abdou MBA ’23
- Faaiz Masood ’20
- Abdur Rahman Muhammad ’20
- Julianne X. Murphy ’17, MS ’18
- Courtney Pharr ’17, MHS ’19
- Anabel Riggio ’22, MPA ’23
- Nia Slater-Bookhart ’19, MA ’20
- Gabe Spindell ’23, MBA ’24 **
- Gabrielle Totten ’19, MBA ’20
- Matthew Waggett ’21, MBA ’22
**designates a GOLD Volunteer
Expectations for GOLD Members include (but not limited to):
- Attend full council and subcommittee meetings, with active contribution and assistance for events / initiatives.
- Make an annual gift to the Clark Fund and advocate for annual giving among recent grads
- GOLD Members serve an initial 3-year term, after that time they can extend until they reach their 10 year mark.
GOLD Members are selected in Summer, and meet from September through May, to follow the academic calendar.
Expectations for GOLD Volunteers include (but not limited to):
- Attend at least two (2) full council meetings, the first meeting and another of your choosing, and any subcommittee meetings
- Help Clark engagement efforts and attend at least 1 in-person event in your area (when possible).
- Giving is highly encouraged for volunteers, but not required.
- GOLD Volunteers participation is renewed annually and can be transitioned into full membership.
GOLD Volunteers are accepted on a rolling basis and any expectations will be adjusted, based on their onboarding.
GOLD Nuggets
GOLD Nuggets was a communications publication for recent alumni to stay connected. This e-newsletter featured GOLD Council updates, profiles and articles on young alumni, and upcoming events.
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Meetings
The GOLD Council meets five times, following the academic calendar, to discuss current initiatives, how to support Clark and its current students, and determine the most effective ways to connect with fellow GOLD alumni.
Ask questions, share feedback, or get involved!
For any general questions, please email us at gold_council@clarku.edu. Interested in opportunities for engagement: applying to join GOLD Council, volunteering or assisting with programming, or sharing feedback? Fill out the Alumni Intake Form or send it to a fellow alum!
