| The Meharry National Alumni Association was founded in 1925. Its mission was and continues to be a major fundraiser for the college, to foster collegiality among alumni, to recognize alumni for outstanding achievement, and provide support to alumni in a variety of ways as the need arises.
In 2002, the Association became a freestanding organization, separate from the College. It retains its original mission, goals, and objectives in partnership with the college, as outlined in the Operational Agreement between the College and the Association.
The Association operates administratively through a central office located on the Meharry Medical College campus, with chartered chapters throughout the United States. Currently, there are 38 chartered-chapters.
The Meharry National Alumni Association is a 501 C3 not for profit organization. There is a governing board, termed the Board of Management, which consists of officers of the Association and local chapter presidents and officers. The Executive Committee and the Board of Management meet two or three times annually, during Commencement/Reunion weekend, in the Fall prior to the fall convocation, and in mid winter (Jan. or Feb.) The general membership meets annually, usually during the College's Commencement Reunion week-end. |
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