The Deakin University Alumni Community mission is to offer a vibrant online community that facilitates for meaningful lifelong communication between the University and its Alumni members. The Alumni program aims to * Provide for tailored communication and networking avenues that add tangible value to our Alumni community * Provide a valuable and continuing education and lifelong learning resource for Alumni members * Encourage as a feature of Deakin University, a sense of community through strong links with our graduates, staff and the wider community * Enhance the overall reputation of Deakin University and build brand champions and * Advance Deakin's education, research, facility and scholarship development programs through the sourcing of philanthropic revenues and engagement with Alumni of influence.