From our Alumni Association
I’m a UD legacy.
My father, Nicholas F. Giacoma, AS43, was a Delaware grad and a proud Blue Hen. I was lucky to grow up with all things Blue and Gold and knew the words to the UD Fight Song at a young age. My parents returned to campus in the fall for football games with their UD friends, and I saw how they were still actively involved with their alma mater.
But many UD students might not realize that their relationship with UD doesn’t have to end after graduation.
“Students Today, Blue Hens Forever” perfectly describes the University of Delaware Alumni Association’s (UDAA) relationship with current students to help foster Blue Hen pride and a lifelong relationship with the University. Earlier this year, we proudly presented the T. Muncy Keith Spirit Award and scholarship to Julia Perez, HS17, for her commitment to UD. As vice president of outreach for the Student Alumni Ambassadors, Julia continues our tradition of engagement and helps foster student support.
The UDAA sponsors many alumni-to-student touchpoints, such as New Student Send-Off events, the Twilight Induction Ceremony and “I Heart UD” Day. Just prior to graduation, the UDAA hosts a cap decorating party and “Life After UD” event, and at Commencement graduating seniors are presented with a commemorative UDAA pin to officially welcome them as alumni. There are so many opportunities to stay connected. Be sure to check out the list of regional alumni club events in your area.
The UDAA board is composed of professionals who share their knowledge and experience serving as mentors to current UD students. This informal interaction fosters personal engagement and encourages networking and support for students. We continually strive to strengthen the connection between current and future alumni, and we continue to invest in our students because we know they’ll be Blue Hens Forever.
Anne Giacoma Barretta, AS83
President, UD Alumni Association
@Angiabar
