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How to Join

In conjunction with The Ohio State University Alumni Association, the College of Nursing Alumni Society will offer a new alumni donor model that will provide inclusive recognition to donors at every level of support. The Alumni Association will have three tiers for membership as follows:

Membership Tiers

Alumni Member: All alumni are considered members of the OSUAA and the CON Alumni Society upon graduation. In addition to all the OSUAA benefits, CON Alumni Society Members have access to networking and volunteer opportunities.

Alumni Donor: Alumni who give at least $30 per year to support the CON, including students, parents faculty and patients are recognized as alumni donors. Alumni donors have access to the opportunities listed above, plus the following:

  • Advance notification, priority registration and discounted pricing for select CON Alumni Society events
  • Discounted pricing for CON-sponsored conferences and seminars
  • Opportunity to serve on CON Alumni Society committees and Board of Governors
  • Vote in CON Alumni Society elections
  • Discounted pricing on OSU jewelry items (10%) sold by the CON Alumni Society

Life Donor: Alumni who commit to a monthly gift of at least $10 or an annual gift of $150 or more are recognized as life donors. Life donors receive the beautiful print edition of Ohio State Alumni Magazine and special communications from alumni association President and CEO. They also receive higher priority to purchase football tickets.

If you have any questions about membership in the Nursing Alumni Society, please contact nursingalumni@osu.edu or 614-688-2255.

Board of Governors Annual Elections

The Nursing Alumni Society Board of Governors holds annual elections for key positions within our society. This is a significant moment as we look to fill leadership roles that will shape the direction of our organization in the years to come. The timeline for the election process is as follows:

  • Nominations open: November 14, 2025
  • Nominations close: December 5, 2025
  • Voting period: January 30 - February 16, 2025
  • Announcement of election results: March 26, 2025
  • New board member and volunteer orientation: April 2025

To be considered for a Nursing Alumni Society board position, please complete the online application here.