Parent Relations

September 2008

Dear Parents-

Whether you are a first-time parent of a college/Gordon student or have been in the Gordon community for a year or more already, I extend greetings from all of us in the Parent Relations Office. Our number one responsibility and opportunity is to create and maintain strong connections between the College and parents as well as to help parents connect with each other. So we are eager for the good communication essential for that. Our monthly e-newsletter is one form of communication from us to you about past and upcoming events sponsored by this office and/or the College for parents and alumni, and about the people and programs of Gordon.

Everyone benefits when each member of this community has a clear, accurate understanding of what Gordon is all about. If you ever hear or see something at or about Gordon that surprises or concerns you I encourage you to get more information--to clarify whether that really is something that truly reflects the College's intentions. I welcome you to use me and this office as part of that information gathering.

Best wishes for a wonderful year-

Nancy Mering
Director, Alumni and Parent Relations

Resources

• Give a Gift 
• Homecoming / Family Weekend
• Parent Housing Ministry 
• Parent Prayer Team

Contact
For information, contact the Alumni and Parent Relations at:
p: 978.867.4238
f:  978.867.4672
e: parent.officegordon.edu

Mission Statement
Alumni and Parent Relations serves the Gordon community through celebrating the heritage of the College, making its mission known, involving others in the life of the College and uniting our community members through serving, learning and recreating together. This mission is accomplished by:

• Communicating information in timely and effective ways
• Responding to inquiries with prompt information
• Helping alumni reconnect, while protecting their privacy
• Providing quality programs to meet the needs of groups
• Developing and utilizing the gifts of all our constituents
• Supporting the mission of Gordon through promoting giving
• Cultivating leadership and participation from alumni and parents
• Assisting College departments in achieving the overall mission of the College