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WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
The Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Association
2022 Distinguished Graduate Award Winners
These 25 Â鶹Դ´ alumni are examples of inspiration and dedication. Their work andÌývolunteer efforts go above and beyond, making a significant impact in their communities and career fields.
Congratulations, graduates. We are proud of you.
See What's in Store—
You Have Alumni Benefits for Life!
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We’re proud to count you among the 450,000+ members of the Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Association! Once you graduate, you automatically become a lifelong member—at no cost. As a Â鶹Դ´ alum, you're invited to participate in exclusive alumni events, opportunities, and benefits.
To receive targeted invitations and resource emails, be sure to keep your Alumni Profile up to date. If you’re no longer receiving Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Relations communications, email alumni@wgu.edu and we’ll help get it sorted out.
Explore this site to discover all the ways you can stay involved and take full advantage of the valuable resources available to you as a Night Owl graduate.
Start Exploring—See Everything You Can Access as a Â鶹Դ´ Alum
Quick Links:
Career Support
Local Alumni Events
Commencement
AlumniÌýResources
Stay Involved
Pay It Forward
Hear From Alumni Leadership
From Graduation to Growth: How Â鶹Դ´ Supports Alumni for Life
Join Â鶹Դ´ alumni leaders Robert Sullivan and Jeff Burton as they pull back the curtain on what life looks like after earning your degree. In this featured episode, they share how Â鶹Դ´ stays by your side—from résumé reviews and interview prep to Ask A Grad connections, regional events, and a community of support designed for every stage of your life and career. Their insights remind new graduates that the Â鶹Դ´ journey isn’t over—it’s evolving, expanding, and filled with opportunities to grow.
Robert Sullivan (left) Senior Director, Alumni Engagement
Jeff Burton (right) Senior Manager, Alumni Engagement
Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Spotlight: News & Highlights
See what’s new in the Â鶹Դ´ alumni world—updated regularly.
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Special Alumni Savings on Â鶹Դ´ Certificates
As a Â鶹Դ´ graduate, you may be eligible for exclusive alumni discounts on select certificate programs designed to help you keep learning, strengthen your résumé, and support your next career step. Visit the Learning Resources page to review current certificate offers, learn how discounts work, and request your alumni discount code.
Be Featured in Â鶹Դ´ Marketing
Â鶹Դ´â€™s Creative Marketing Team is looking for graduates to participate in upcoming photoshoots and video projects! If you live near Salt Lake City or will be attending a future commencement (or live locally), this is your chance to share your Night Owl pride and be featured in Â鶹Դ´â€™s marketing—on our website, social media, and beyond.ÌýLearn More and Sign Up.
Half a Million Degrees—and Still Counting!
Â鶹Դ´ has officially awarded its 500,000th degree—half a million life-changing moments powered by students and graduates like you. To every graduate who trusted Â鶹Դ´ with your education and allowed us to be part of your journey: thank you. We’re honored to celebrate this incredible milestone with you.
Most Visited Alumni Resources
Explore the pages Â鶹Դ´ graduates return to again and again.
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Ask A Grad
Ask Questions and Receive Real Advice
Ask A Grad is a micro-mentoring platform that connects Night Owls with real Â鶹Դ´ graduates. Students can ask questions about degree programs, career outcomes, work-life balance, and more. Their questions are routed to graduates with relevant experience, offering a personal and authentic look into the Â鶹Դ´ journey.
As a Â鶹Դ´ alum, you can both answer and ask questions. If a question lands in your inbox, consider replying—it’s a great way to give back and share your experience. You can also use the platform to connect with fellow graduates. With Â鶹Դ´ alumni working across the country in thousands of industries and organizations, Ask A Grad is a valuable tool to tap into a broad network of shared knowledge and support.
Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Events
See Where We're Headed Next—Join a Local Event
Â鶹Դ´ hosts in-person and virtual events across the country to help alumni stay connected, build community, and strengthen their professional network. From local meetups and industry gatherings to regional celebrations and virtual workshops, alumni events offer meaningful ways to engage with fellow Night Owls and expand your circle. Whether you're looking to make new connections or reconnect with Â鶹Դ´, there's always something happening.
Share Your Story Through a Guided Interview
Your Experience—Now in Your Voice
Your Â鶹Դ´ journey has the power to inspire future Night Owls. Share your experience through a guided video interview and tell us, in your own voice, how Â鶹Դ´ helped shape your educational and professional path. Your story may be featured on the Â鶹Դ´ blog, alumni website, or in future university storytelling efforts.
Â鶹Դ´ Connect
No More Courses—See What's Next!
Â鶹Դ´ Connect continues to be an essential part of the student experience—and now, it’s just as valuable for alumni. With vibrant communities like the Alumni Network and the Career and Professional Development group, this platform helps graduates stay engaged, grow their networks, and support the next generation of Night Owls.
- Alumni: Share your experiences, offer advice, connect with peers, and explore opportunities. Whether you're looking to mentor others or expand your own professional circle, the Alumni Group is your space to stay involved.
- Career: Tap into career conversations, job-search strategies, and industry insights. The Career Group offers ongoing support and resources to help you grow, no matter where you are in your professional journey.
Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Podcast
Listen, Learn, and Stay Engaged
On the Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Podcast, you’ll learn more about our alumni network, hear the amazing things are graduates are doing, and learn how you can make the most of your Â鶹Դ´ alumni experience.
Find the Â鶹Դ´ Alumni Podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Â鶹Դ´ Blog Articles
Honorary Degree Recipients
Since 2002, we've honored over 20 individuals with honorary degrees. Honorees are selected based on their significant and impactful contributions to their respective industries, the field of education, or directly to Â鶹Դ´ itself. Please join us in celebrating our latest honorary degree recipients and see a list of previous recipients.
#Â鶹Դ´GRAD
Share your Â鶹Դ´ success story with your friends and family. Don’t forget: include #Â鶹Դ´grad in your post for a chance to be featured on Â鶹Դ´â€™s social media.
