Alumni
Make the most of the alumni association
Once a petrel, always a petrel!
Commencement marks an incredible milestone as the start of your lifelong alumni connection to Oglethorpe. The Oglethorpe Alumni Association is your chance to get involved, stay connected with the university and expand your alumni network.
Alumni participation is integral to the growth and advancement of our institution
A university where professors know their students’ names and ambitions. A historic campus with cutting-edge facilities. A foundation for students’ future careers and future service. This is uniquely Oglethorpe, and your contributions help to make the university’s aspirations a reality.
Make a Life. Make a Living. Make a Difference.
Find the answers to all your alumni questions
If your question isn’t answered below, we have a team who can help! Simply email [email protected] to reach out to us.
As a graduate of Oglethorpe University, you are automatically a member of the Alumni Association! To become a more active member, please update your contact information to ensure you are receiving our communications and event invitations. You can get more involved as a volunteer, or by supporting the university through alumni giving.
Simply complete this online form to provide your updated mailing address, email address, name changes or other information updates.
Class Notes are shared each month in the Alumni eNewsletter and posted on the alumni website. Tell us about a new job, promotion, news coverage, award, wedding, birth or adoption, or other noteworthy milestone. We want to keep your classmates up to date on your latest news and celebrate your accomplishments!
Share your latest personal or professional achievements with your classmates through this form,
Alumni association members have access to all kinds of resources on campus. Alumni get free access to Oglethorpe University Theatre productions, library privileges, free career counseling from Career Development, and even more is listed on the Alumni Benefits page.
There are many ways to get involved by volunteering at events, helping out on a committee, or even serving on the Alumni Board. To learn about how you can get involved as a volunteer, please click here.
The easiest way to give is to donate online, but you could also donate goods or services, or plan for a future donation. You also have an opportunity to be imaginative – to personalize your gift, no matter the amount. Learn more about the ways to support Oglethorpe.
Please visit Oglethorpe’s Official Transcript Request page here. This page includes all the details you’ll need to request both official and unofficial copies of your transcript.
Please visit Oglethorpe’s Diploma Re-Order page here and fill out the form.
The Oglethorpe Campus Store offers a wide range of Oglethorpe apparel and swag such as mugs, glassware, magnets, patches, decals, and more. Visit the Oglethorpe campus store on the Lower Level of the Turner Lynch Campus Center next time you’re on campus (check the store hours here). Or, you can also order swag online by visit https://oglethorpeshop.merchorders.com/
Yes! Oglethorpe is the perfect place to host your next event, lecture or meeting. Visit Oglethorpe’s Facilities webpage and fill out the general event request form. Someone from Oglethorpe’s Office of Special Events will get in touch with you.
Your Oglethorpe email address is active for 1 year after you graduate. Please be sure to provide us with your personal updated email address so you do not miss out on alumni news.
Alumni Benefits
Be #PetrelProud! There are a number of perks available for Oglethorpe Alumni on campus and around town.
If you would like to offer a discount or benefit to Oglethorpe alumni, please contact the Alumni Office.
Connect with your fellow Petrels through a global network of working professionals. The private group for Oglethorpe Alumni offers opportunities to network and form new connections. Join here.
Alumni can enjoy free admission and a 10% discount at the gift shop!
Visit the Career Development team in the Turner Lynch Campus Center or learn about their work online. Alumni can take advantage of special career development support.
Alumni can also lend their expertise to assist current students and post job and internship opportunities for current Petrels.
Make use of the Philip Weltner Library‘s resources to achieve your personal or educational goals!
The Campus Store offers a 10% discount and periodic special offers for alumni. Visit the store in the Turner Lynch Campus Center (TLCC) on your next trip to campus or visit the online store.
Alumni are welcomed back to campus for the university’s Theatre productions and many other special events, lectures and exhibitions. Visit our website for the latest calendar of events.pus Store offers a 10% discount and periodic special offers for alumni. Visit the store in the Turner Lynch Campus Center (TLCC) on your next trip to campus or visit the online store.
The AC Mariott in Buckhead offers special rates for Oglethorpe alumni. Follow this link to access your discount when visiting Atlanta.ns and many other special events, lectures and exhibitions. Visit our website for the latest calendar of events.pus Store offers a 10% discount and periodic special offers for alumni. Visit the store in the Turner Lynch Campus Center (TLCC) on your next trip to campus or visit the online store.
Alumni can attend Stormy Petrel sporting events at no cost. Cheer on your favorite team with your classmates!
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