Thursday, September 3, 2009

Introducing the KWSB Alumni Advisory Board

Thank you for taking a moment to read about the new KWSB Alumni Advisory Board (KAAB). We're excited to formally launch this effort.

KAAB was created last year by a group of WSC alumni, all of whom are appreciative of the positive impact KWSB (and Western State College) had on our lives. Our goal was to find a way to give back, or to borrow a title from an old movie, pay it forward. Understanding that there is power in numbers, we decided to engage and coordinate alumni interested in supporting KWSB.

KAAB adopted the following mission statement: "Strengthening KWSB through alumni support to maximize the WSC experience for current and future students." As we begin our work to fulfill that mission statement, the board has identified six specific areas in which you can help. Please visit the new KAAB website (www.kwsbalumni.org) to learn more. If there is an area where you can be of assistance, please contact Hilarie Ryals (hilarie@kwsbalumni.org). Your time investment can be minimal or extensive.

Allow me to stress one very important point - you DO NOT have to work in broadcasting to help.

You may be suspicious that this effort is really all about getting you to donate money. That's not correct! KAAB is not legally positioned to accept charitable contributions. We're asking you to share your skills and knowledge to make KWSB stronger than ever.

Please keep tabs on KAAB through its website, blog, Facebook, and Twitter. Most importantly, please get involved with this important effort. Your willingness to share just a little of your time is critical in terms of the future success of KAAB and KWSB.

Best wishes,
Brian Leifker, KAAB Chairman
B.A. Communications ('91)
Western State College