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Why the SIU Alumni Association Got Rid of Its Paid Membership Model

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Last year, the Southern Illinois University Alumni Association decided to eliminate its paid membership structure to be more inclusive. In 2023, all graduates of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, including students who attended SIU for a semester or more, became a part of the SIU Alumni Association.

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Coronavirus Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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Illinois – 12.7 For our registrants, clients, and participants we will be in touch as soon as possible and will publish an FAQ. . At least 8 states have issued stay-at-home orders (source: CNN) March 22, 2020 –The following states, in order of population, have issued stay-at-home orders: California – 39.5 million – started Thursday.

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Daily #COVID19 Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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Illinois – 12.7 For our registrants, clients, and participants we will be in touch as soon as possible and will publish an FAQ. . At least 8 states have issued stay-at-home orders (source: CNN) March 22, 2020 –The following states, in order of population, have issued stay-at-home orders: California – 39.5 million – started Thursday.