COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The Shifters Alumni Association
The Shifters Association is shift_ed’s alumni network — a vibrant community where scholarship recipients and program graduates connect, grow, and give back together.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The Shifters
Alumni
Association
The Shifters Association is shift_ed’s alumni network — a vibrant community where scholarship recipients and program graduates connect, grow, and give back together.
Community Engagment Initiatives provide experiences that help students learn about different jobs and careers.
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The Shifters Association: A Lifelong Network for Scholars
If you’ve received a Say Yes Guilford scholarship, a shift_ed scholarship, or participated in SEO Scholars NC, you’re already part of The Shifters Association. This alumni community exists to keep you connected long after graduation — to opportunities, to fellow scholars, and to the movement that helped shape your path. As a member, you’ll gain access to professional development, networking events, mentorship opportunities, and ways to give back to the next generation. There’s no application or sign-up needed — you belong here, and this network is yours to grow with.
Stay Connected to the Shifters Network
Keep your info up to date, share your milestones, and get involved with events and opportunities that celebrate and strengthen our alumni community. Whether you’re updating your contact details, submitting a story or photo, or looking for ways to connect, this is your hub to stay engaged.
Why Join Us?
The Shifters Association is more than an alumni group — it’s a community designed to help you keep growing, stay connected, and give back in ways that matter to you. By joining in, you’ll find opportunities that support both your personal and professional journey:
Professional Development
Access free resources like resume workshops, career coaching, and professional headshots to strengthen your skills and advance your career.
Priority Invitations
Be the first to know about and register for signature shift_ed gatherings like the Fall Impact Luncheon and Spring Celebration.
Alumni Spotlights
Celebrate your milestones and inspire others by sharing your story through alumni features and community highlights.
Networking & Community
Connect with fellow alumni and local leaders through exclusive events that open doors and build lasting relationships.
Mentorship Opportunities
Share your experience with current scholars — or find a mentor of your own — to continue the cycle of learning and support.
Volunteer & Give Back
Engage in initiatives that create impact without obligation, offering meaningful ways to contribute your time, talent, or resources.
At its heart, this community isn’t about dues or requirements — it’s about what we can build together: a thriving network of Shifters who uplift one another and the next generation.
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