| In January 1975 an Alumni Office was established by Bosco Tech. Six months
later, the first edition of the Alumni newsletter was published and there
was a governing board with representatives from all 16 graduating classes.
The alumni governing board determined that the purpose of the association
was to foster a spirit of fraternity among alumni, maintain pride in the
mission of Don Bosco Technical Institute, and to stimulate and promote business
relationships among alumni.
In the spring of 1976, after polling alumni, the governing board decided
to wait before attempting to formalize the efforts of the Alumni Office
into an actual alumni association.
On December 5, 1982, 30 graduates attended an organizing meeting of the
Bosco Tech Alumni Association. Two committees were formed; the bylaws
committee responsible for drawing up the working format, bylaws and constitution
and the nominating committee, which was charged with seeking, qualified
graduates to recommend for election as officers. The first Alumni Association
Board of Directors took office in June of 1983.
The Alumni Association is a viable organization dedicated to the mission
of Don Bosco. Its goal is to provide avenues that will facilitate and
encourage the Salesian spirit among Bosco Tech alumni and students.
At the Alumni Association Board meeting in July of 1997, the group determined
that the emphasis of the association is to encourage Salesian growth among
students and alumni, by becoming visible both on and off the campus. With
this in mind, the alumni took action in the fall of 1997, and organized
the inaugural Alumni Scholarship benefit to bring together Salesians,
alumni, students, and friends. The annual event is held in October and
is known as An Afternoon with Friends all proceeds raised from the benefit
support the Alumni Scholarship Fund. The annual golf tournament is held
in the summer. The tournament provides alumni, faculty and friends the
opportunity to interact with one another in a less formal atmosphere.
Alumni are invited to become involved in one or more of these activities
throughout the year, including class reunions, association board, and
technology advisory boards. For more information on any activities listed
above, please contact the Alumni Relations office at 626.940.2148 or email
docanas@boscotech.edu.
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