In 2018, the Snow College Alumni Association, with the support of the college administration, introduced a giving opportunity for graduating students. For a donation of $20.18 (in recognition of their graduation year) to the Alumni Scholarship Fund, we honored their gift with an orange Alumni Cord that was worn as part of their graduation attire. We are excited to continue this tradition of philanthropy annually.

In its' first year, 101 cords were sold, which represented about 10% of the graduating class. Because only about half of the graduates walked at 2018 commencement, every 4th or 5th student had a cord draped around their neck. These cords looked amazing against the backdrop of the graduates blue or black gowns. What is more significant is the spirit of giving they represented and the tradition of philanthropy this started. The proceeds from these cords were added to the Alumni Scholarship Fund, which is currently funding 1 full tuition scholarship annually. Collective donations from this effort totaling $1,000 or more are recognized in the Karen Huntsman Library. The graduating classes of 2018 and 2019 raised over $1,000 and are recognized in the library. This year, we look forward to continuing this tradition and selling cords for $20.20 in recognition of this year's graduating class.

Purchased alumni cords will be available at will-call in the Greenwood Student Center on the morning of graduation before and during the line up. If you would like your cord immediately, please call 435-283-7060 and we will be happy to accommodate. Alumni cords will also be available for sale on the day of graduation.