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Alumni Newsletter | December 2023

A merry December to you, Night Owl,

Welcome to the latest edition of the WGU alumni newsletter!

Here, you will explore exciting stories, awesome alumni perks, and the latest news from our Night Owl community.

If you have questions or need to contact us, please click here for resources. Now, let's dive in!

Always Growing!

WGU Alumni: 349,051

Nov. Graduates: 3,006
Shout out to you!

2023 Night Owl
Trot Triumph

The 2023 Night Owl Trot was a HUGE success, marking the largest trot to date with nearly 1,400 registrants.

We're thrilled to announce that more than $2,500 was raised, with a whopping 443 running packages purchased through the WGU Store.

Thank you all for your outstanding participation and assistance in helping raise funds for the Student Emergency Aid Fund.

Competitive Education—
Half the Debt

WGU provides competitive degrees, surpassing the competition in affordability.

WGU undergraduate students graduate with nearly half the debt of their peers nationwide.

Explore the full story and the recent study here.

New Year, New You?

Step into 2024 with an updated WGU alumni profile.

Your alumni profile is the key to personalized communication from WGU. From event invitations to tailored updates, we use the details you provide, such as your current city or state, to ensure you don't miss out on local alumni gatherings.

If you've relocated since your graduation, now is the perfect time to refresh your profile. When updating, please use the email on file through which you receive your WGU communications. This will ensure your correct profile is updated.

Additionally, take a moment to consider updating your email to a new, preferred address if you find yourself checking it more frequently than your WGU email.

Your active involvement keeps our community strong, and we look forward to connecting with you in the year ahead. Here's to a fantastic 2024 for the WGU Alumni family!

Resource Highlight

Finish the year strong and learn something new. Linkedin Learning is an awesome resource for WGU alumni, no matter which college you're from or what field you now work in. There is something to learn here for everyone.

Fun Fact about WGU

WGU may not have a sports team, but we still have a mascot. At WGU, we are the Night Owls and our mascot's name is Sage. Since 2011 Sage has been representing WGU. Now, as graduates, we're certain you understand the symbolism behind being Night Owls.

Meet Sage and listen to our mascot tell you about WGU here.

Warm Holiday Wishes

As the year draws to a close, we extend heartfelt holiday greetings to you and your loved ones. May this festive season bring joy, peace, and cherished moments. Your WGU family wishes you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous New Year ahead. See you in 2024!

Regional Event Highlights

We wrapped up 2023 strong with several regional events across the country. The Central Region took center stage at the Rock Hall of Fame in Ohio, while the Northeast Region had a delightful gathering with graduates in New Jersey. Both events recognized the outstanding achievements of two of our 2023 Distinguished Graduates.

Down South, numerous networking opportunities brought graduates together, and in the Northwest, Washington and Montana had a series of enjoyable get-togethers.

A heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended our alumni events in person throughout 2023. Anticipation is building for 2024, and we're thrilled to announce that several exciting events are already in the works. Keep an eye on your emails, and be sure to RSVP when we bring the festivities to your area.

Tips and Help

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We hope you enjoyed this latest edition of the alumni newsletter. We look forward to communicating with you in the next one!

Sincerely,

Alumni Relations
Western Governors University
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