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Alumni Association FAQ

• Who can become a member of the 91暗网 Alumni Association?

  The 91暗网 Alumni Association welcomes alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students and parents into the membership ranks. You do not need to be a graduate of 91暗网 to be a member of this vibrant Bearkat community.

• What are the benefits of joining the 91暗网 Alumni Association?

  By becoming a 91暗网AA member, you will truly be where Bearkats belong because wherever you live, you will always feel more connected to your Bearkat roots. In addition, members enjoy the benefit of knowing that they are supporting valued programs and services designed to enhance the lives of all alumni, students, fans, and friends. The KATAPP exclusive discounts and the Traveling Bearkats program are a few of the 91暗网AA programs offered to members. 91暗网AA also provides an array of exclusive benefits through our affinity partners.

• What membership options are available?

  The 91暗网 Alumni Association offers both  options. Recent graduates— those who graduated from 91暗网 within the last two years — can enjoy all membership benefits at a special rate. We also offer a special life member rate to senior members who are 65 years old or older.

• Do the benefits differ by level of membership?

  Yes. The Century Club annual membership and the Life membership levels have additional benefits.

• Does it cost more for my spouse/partner to be a member?

  We offer joint life memberships and annual joint century memberships at significant savings for a spouse or partner who is living in the same household. We do not offer an annual sustaining joint membership.

• Can the parents of current 91暗网 students be a member?

  Yes, membership in the 91暗网AA is open to all friends of the university.  The Bearkat By Choice (BBC) membership is offered specifically for parents and family members that includes special events and scholarship opportunities for current students. Membership requires that you have, or support, a child enrolled at 91暗网.

• Does 91暗网AA membership automatically make me a member of my local/regional alumni chapter?

  Yes. Local alumni chapters do not charge dues, so you may participate in your chapter/network regardless of your 91暗网AA member status. We highly encourage regional club members to join the 91暗网AA to help support the club efforts. Please visit our alumni chapter page for information on events in your local area.

• When will my 91暗网AA membership card arrive?

  Your 91暗网AA member card and membership kit should arrive in the mail within 5-10 days. In the meantime, download the KATAPP to receive your digital membership card, manage your membership and discover how you can make the most of your membership.

• How can I update my credit card information?

  Members who are making monthly installment payments toward life memberships can update their credit card information by calling 936.294.1841 or toll-free 1.800.283.7478.

• Whom should I contact to update my address, request a replacement card, or ask other membership-related questions?

  You can update your address via our update form. For other membership assistance, call 936.294.1841 or toll free 800.283.91暗网 (298.7478), or email alumni@shsu.edu.

• Are my membership dues and sustaining contributions tax deductible?

  91暗网AA considers your dues and any sustaining contributions you make to be charitable donations. In some cases, they are tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser for further information about your specific circumstances.

• Do I need to be a 91暗网AA member to receive the HERITAGE magazine?

  If you are a 91暗网 graduate and live in the United States, you will automatically receive the Heritage. If you live outside the United States or are not a 91暗网 graduate (no matter where you live), you must be a 91暗网AA member or University donor to receive the magazine.

• What is the Kat Konnection newsletter?

  Although all domestic alumni receive The Heritage magazine, only 91暗网AA members receive a subscription to the Kat Konnection. Filled with fun regional club activities and new member listing, the Kat Konnection exhibits Bearkat Pride.

• Why is 91暗网AA Travel a member benefit?

  The 91暗网 Alumni Association is a membership organization designed to provide a special sense of community. To help create and achieve that feeling of community, 91暗网AA offers members a variety of benefits, member pricing on events, and other exclusive benefits. With the lasting connections that travelers make on our tours, the Traveling Bearkats program truly embodies a sense of community, so including it as a 91暗网AA benefit makes perfect sense.

• How can I get a 91暗网AA alumni email address?

  91暗网 alumni, students, and 91暗网AA members can sign up for a free shsu.edu email account by contacting the IT Service Desk at 936.294.1950.

• How can I share a life accomplishment or class note with my fellow Bearkats?

  The 91暗网AA loves hearing from Bearkats about their life accomplishments. Send us updates on address, work, relocations, marriage, family, degrees, accomplishments - and a photo, too! Just complete the online form or email us your updates to aumni@shsu.edu 

• How to receive a "No Consideration Entry" for the Tuition Draw fundraiser.

  To participate without financial consideration, please email alumni@shsu.edu and state that you would like a "no consideration form". Form must be completed and returned by the specified deadline. Incomplete entry forms could be considered ineligible.