Jackson State University - Houston Area Alumni

Question:How do I become a member of the Houston Area Alumni Chapter?
 

Answer:Becoming a member of the Alumni Chapter is easy. You may visit our website at www.jsuhoustonalumni.org and submit your membership profile and payment online. You may also mail your membership dues to P.O. Box 131913 or pay them in person at one of our monthly meetings or signature events.

Question:Who can become a member of the Houston Area Alumni Chapter?
 

Answer:All alumni of Jackson State University are eligible to become a member of the Houston Area Alumni Chapter. Additionally, persons attending JSU for at least one semester and parents or family members of Tigers/Tiger alumni are able to become associate members.

Question:What are the benefits of membership?
 

Answer:Some of the benefits of memberships include discounts to signature Houston Area Alumni Chapter events, discounts on products offered by the Chapter (T-shirts, games, etc.), discounts provided local business partners in the Membership network, ability to advertise your business at no cost online, camaraderie with other Tiger alumni, an organized avenue to support the University, and much, much more!

Question:How much are membership dues?
 

Answer:Membership dues are $85; $50 National and $35 Local.

Question:What is required of me if I become a member?

Answer:While we'd love for every member to become active and participate in as many events as possible, we understand the demands that each individual has. Therefore, at the most granular level, membership only requires payment of dues. However, we encourage each member to participate in our meetings, support the Chapter by attending events and spreading the word, and more importantly, get involved with a committee to help make a difference.

Question:How many members does the Houston Area Chapter have? The National Association?

Answer:The Houston Area Chapter has 65 members (as of July 1, 2009).

Question:How can I become more involved as a member?

Answer:There are several different opportunities to participate in activities that the Chapter has. Committees include Fundraising, Scholarship, Membership, and Activities. Each of these committees is always seeking additional support from our membership body and we can use you! Please contact the respective chairs if you are interested in joining a committee.

Question:How long are my membership dues effective?

Answer:Membership dues are effective for one calendar year.

Question:How are membership dues utilized by the chapter?

Answer:Membership dues are used in many different ways. These include fundraising activities to generate scholarship dollars, support the Sonic Boom of the South and athletic teams, answer request from Houston Area students facing a financial crisis, put on membership events for the Chapter, and much, much, more.