About AIA
Letter from the President
October 2006
Greetings to fellow UA Alumni!
The academic, personal and professional achievements that you have accomplished while a student contribute to the tradition of excellence here at the University of Arizona. As you join the cadre of American Indian professionals in the Tucson community, return to your home community and/or remain at the U of A to continue your education — I want to exhort you to serve and learn with the future in mind. During your tenure at the U of A you have been equipped with the training and have earned the skills necessary to create change in the community and the world. Remember that you have the right to be heard and the responsibility to listen to your heart and the needs of your community. Each of you is here today with a beautiful heritage and has the opportunity to leave a legacy; you decide how you will create change.
At this time, I’d like to invite you to join the American Indian Alumni (AIA) Club as we work to serve and collaborate with University of Arizona graduates and the community. Our AIA goals are 1) to promote academic excellence among American Indian Students at the University of Arizona; 2) to provide financial support through scholarships to deserving students; 3) Provide mentorship opportunities; and 4) to network with American Indian Alumni in the tribal and business communities.
As a general member, you will receive our bi-annual newsletters and receive invitations to attend annual events including the AIA Homecoming reunion breakfast, bi-annual meetings, club networking socials, and scholarship fundraisers. In addition, general members of the AIA are granted voting privileges and are eligible to hold an officer position on the AIA Board of Directors. I encourage you to get involved and help us make this organization stronger.
Jodi Burshia
AIA President, 2006-2008