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International alumni located in geographical regions throughout the globe are capable of helping Michigan State University in many ways. Among the most important are:

• Building the reputation and prestige of Michigan State University.
• Helping with student recruitment at the undergraduate and graduate school levels, including assisting at student recruitment fairs and speaking to admissions applicants about their experiences at MSU.
• Providing employment opportunities for graduates of MSU.
• Identifying internships and study-abroad experiences.
• Indirect marketing of Michigan State University in their geographical region of the world.
• Finding overseas placements for MSU students.
• Fundraising, especially for student scholarships.
• Gaining publicity for Michigan State University.
• Assisting with curriculum development, chiefly related to their geographical region or their field of study.
• Providing research links.
• Meeting with MSU administrators, faculty, staff, and students visiting your geographical region.
• Supplying sources of invaluable local information.
• Monitoring local press coverage and, when appropriate, placing press releases locally;
• Identifying opportunities for collaboration between Michigan State University and other institutions (i.e. joint degrees, overseas study programs, etc.).