Alumni Benefits

Central is proud of our alumni; who they are and what they've done after graduation! CMU wants to provide the best benefits, opportunities and programs to its alumni. These are some of the benefits of being a CMU alumna/alumnus:

Central Methodist University recognizes anyone who has completed 30 or more credit hours as alumnus/a.

Alumnus: one graduate of an institution, male or neutral
Alumna: one female graduate
Alumni: a group of graduates, either male or neutral
Alumnae: a group of female graduates

Lifetime membership in the Central Methodist University Alumni Association. The Alumni Association has members in 20 countries and all 50 states and is active in many of those areas.

Subscription to the Talon, the bi-annual alumni magazine. The Class Notes section of the Talon is reserved primarily for alumni to share their lives with other alumni. Submissions for the Talon are taken by phone, mail, and email in the CMU Advancement Office and also through the "Update Your Profile" link on the alumni website.

Access to the James C. Denneny Jr., Career Development Center. The James C. Denneny Jr., Career Development Center is open to all alumni and offers career counseling, credential/placement files, career minded seminars/events, and mentoring opportunities. The James C. Denneny Jr., Career Center may be contacted by calling (660) 248-6255 or by emailing the Director of Career Services, Linda Lorenz.

Invitations to special regional and on-campus events such as regional gatherings, tailgates, receptions, Homecomings and Alumni Reunions.

A special gift from the Alumni Association upon graduation.

Access to the Smiley Library, The Ashby-Hodge Gallery of American Art, and the Stephens Museum, all located on CMU’s Fayette campus.

Use of the Linn Memorial United Methodist Church and Parish House at a discounted rate.

Legacy grant: This grant is available for children or grandchildren of CMU alumni. For more information contact the Office of Financial Assistance at (660) 248-6245.

License plate program: A $50 annual donation to CMU will allow alumni to have personalized CMU license plates to show their loyalty to their alma mater. Ask about getting a license plate today!

Travel opportunities: There are many opportunities to travel with alumni groups at varying prices. Recent trips have been cruises in Canada, Alaska, and the Caribbean.

Volunteering: Many volunteer opportunities are available for CMU alumni. Admissions, the Career Development Center, the Advancement Office, and many other departments on campus are always looking for enthusiastic alumni participation.

Philanthropy: Giving back is an intricate part of keeping the traditions of Central alive. There are many opportunities for alumni to make a difference through a donation to the Central Excellence Fund or to the department of their choice. Every contribution counts and aids in the future of CMU.