Alumni Association

If you attended Inver Hills, we want to hear from you. Staying in touch means learning about special events and following college news. The campus community is always interested in hearing about the career and life successes of our alumni. You are the driving purpose of Inver Hills.

Dedicated to the power and promise of education, Inver Hills inspires students to learn, discover, and build a better future. But the college needs your help.

We are proud to report that alumni giving grew the Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship Fund to more than $140,000 in the last 10 years. The fund is now regularly awarding scholarships each fall and spring semester. We encourage you to consider giving a tax-deductible donation to support this important scholarship fund and help more students.

Are you a proud graduate of Inver Hills? Do you want to give back and make a positive impact on the lives of current students?

By becoming an alumni mentor, you have the opportunity to share your valuable knowledge, experience, and expertise with students who are eager to learn and grow.

Why Become an Alumni Mentor?

1. Make a Lasting Impact: Your guidance can shape the future of a student's career and life choices, helping them navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
2. Give Back to Your Alma Mater: By giving back to the Inver Hills community, you contribute to the legacy of excellence and foster a culture of support and growth.
3. Networking Opportunities: Engage with a diverse network of fellow alumni mentors, build meaningful connections, and expand your professional network.
4. Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring is a two-way street. You'll gain fresh perspectives, enhance your leadership skills, and stay connected with the evolving needs of young professionals.

How Can You Get Involved?

Inver Hills values the contributions of our dedicated alumni community and the impact they have on our students. By becoming an alumni mentor, you can be a catalyst for change, empowering the next generation of leaders, and making a lasting difference in their lives. Use the form below to be added to the interested alumni mentor form.

1. Sign Up as a Mentor: Use the form below to be added to the list of potential mentors.
2. Match with a Student: Our program coordinators seek to carefully match you with a student based on their interests, goals, and your background. We strive to create meaningful connections that maximize the impact of the mentorship experience.
3. Engage in Mentorship Activities: Mentors and students arrange to meet virtually or in person once a month between October and April to discuss career plans, goals and areas of support regarding a student’s chosen field. Mentors need not be experts in their career field. 
4. Share Your Wisdom: Help students explore their passions, set goals, and develop essential skills. Share insights from your own career journey, provide advice on internships, job searches, or further education, and offer support in overcoming challenges.
5. Stay Connected: Foster an ongoing relationship with your mentee beyond their time at Inver Hills. Celebrate their achievements, offer guidance during crucial milestones, and be a source of support as they transition into their professional lives.

Join Us in Shaping the Future!

Inver Hills values the contributions of our dedicated alumni community and the impact they have on our students. By becoming an alumni mentor, you can be a catalyst for change, empowering the next generation of leaders, and making a lasting difference in their lives. Use the form below to be added to the interested alumni mentor list.

Inver Hills Community College seeks nominations from alumni, faculty, staff, Foundation Board members to recognize an individual with the annual Outstanding Alumni Award. The Alumni Association Board selects the awardee each spring. Nominations are welcome throughout the year.

An alumna or alumnus is selected based on professional achievement or distinguished community service. Eligible nominees have completed at least 30 semester credits or a certificate program at Inver Hills.

Outstanding Alumni Award Recipients

Connie Schmidt
Inver Hills Outstanding Alumni Award 2023
Class of 1978

See the list of our Past Alumni Award Recipients