Unlocking Lifelong Connections: A Guide to Oregon Alumni Association Benefits

From the moment you step onto the University of Oregon campus, you become part of a global family of over 275,000 alumni. The UO Alumni Association (UOAA) offers numerous benefits and opportunities to stay connected, whether you're looking to network, find fellow Ducks in your area, or give back to the university. Once a Duck, Always a Duck, and the UOAA ensures that connection remains strong.

Joining the UO Alumni Association

Connecting with fellow alumni, accessing career support, and enjoying special discounts are just a few of the perks of joining the UO Alumni Association.

Networking Opportunities

The UOAA provides a wide array of networking opportunities:

Local Alumni Association Chapters: Participate in local chapters, professional networks, and cultural, identity, and affinity groups to connect with Ducks in your area.
Duck Career Network: Take advantage of virtual and in-person networking events, educational webinars, and career coaching services offered by UO alumni. Alumni can even volunteer for student-alumni networking events.
Alumni Book Club: Share your passions with the Alumni Book Club online reading community.
Alumni Travel Program: Embark on journeys with fellow Ducks through the Alumni Travel Program.

Exclusive Events and Discounts

Membership in the UOAA grants access to exclusive events and discounts:

Alumni Events: Attend alumni events with members-only pricing and early access to tickets.
Duck Athletics: Get early access and discounted tickets for Duck Athletics events.
Retail Perks: Enjoy alumni discounts on Ducks merchandise, access to special shopping events at the Nike and Columbia Sportswear employee stores, and other retail perks.

Student Alumni Association (SAA)

Current students can supercharge their college experience by joining the Student Alumni Association (SAA). Membership is free for all enrolled UO students and provides access to member rewards and opportunities to connect with Duck alumni and fellow students through social events and networking opportunities.

Insurance Benefits for Alumni

The UO Alumni Association provides access to a variety of insurance options tailored to alumni needs. These include:

Auto & Home Insurance: Alumni have special access to auto and home insurance through partnerships like Liberty Mutual, offering exclusive savings on quality insurance plans. Oregon alumni also have special access to Farmers Insurance Choice, where they can get personalized insurance quotes and save with automated payments, good driver rewards, and multi-policy discounts.
Health Insurance: Find individual and family health insurance plans in the eHealth Marketplace. Compare coverage and choose health care to fit your budget with individual and family plans from the nation's top health insurance carriers, tailored to your needs.
Life Insurance: The Alumni Insurance Program offers three different term life insurance plans - for up to $3 million in coverage. Get special member-only rates with lower premiums and convenient plan choices. One life insurance plan does not fit all, so there are choices for you.
Travel Insurance: Protect your travel investment with coverage for trip cancellation, baggage loss, and more.
Long Term Disability Insurance: Long Term Disability insurance provides a monthly benefit when your ability to earn an income is interrupted by a covered injury or illness.

Membership Options

The UOAA offers several membership options to suit different needs and preferences:

Annual Membership: For just $55 per year, alumni, friends, fans, and supporters of the UO are welcome to join the UOAA with an individual Annual membership.
Joint Membership: For $65 per year, spouses and domestic partners can enjoy a Joint membership, perfect for Duck couples.
Life Membership: Secure your place in the flock for life with a Life membership for $750.
Joint Life Membership: For $1,000, spouses and domestic partners can secure a Joint Life membership.
Installment Payments: Installment payments make an Individual Life membership accessible.
Discounted Membership for New Grads: For 2025 UO graduates, a one-year membership with the Alumni Association is available for just $15.

Why Become a Member?

Becoming a UOAA member is a rewarding way to support the school you love. Membership dues help fund UOAA programs that connect Ducks in-person and digitally. Over 12,000 Ducks engage with UOAA events each year, and membership supports UOAA chapters and alumni groups.

Testimonials

"As a member of the UO Alumni Association, I love meeting Ducks everywhere."
"Being a Life Member of the UO Alumni Association helps me stay connected to the Duck community no matter where life takes me. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate my time at the UO while continuing to support future Ducks."
"I am a UOAA Life member and board member of the Oregon Law School Alumni Association. My time at Oregon Law shaped me into the lawyer I am today. Now I want to give back to my law school community by being a source of encouragement to current law students during their journey through the program."
"The UOAA is my way to stay connected to the UO, keep current on issues facing the university, and access opportunities to advocate on behalf of the UO’s priorities."
"I am a member of the Alumni Association because the University of Oregon provided me with a transformative life experience. The UOAA is a way to be connected to the UO, keep current on issues facing the university from an academic and athletic perspective, and provides opportunities to advocate on behalf of the UO’s top of mind issues."

Graduation Gifts: UOAA Life Membership

A Life Membership to the UOAA makes the perfect graduation gift. Here are the top five reasons why:

Connections to the Duck Community: Stay connected with fellow Ducks through networking opportunities, local chapter events, and online webinars.
Career Support and Resources: Gain access to professional networking events, speaker panels featuring UO alumni, and more through the Duck Career Network.
Early and Discounted Access to UO Events: Enjoy early access to secure Oregon Football single-game tickets and member discounts on UOAA events.
Exclusive Member Rewards: Shop and save with exclusive member shopping at the Nike Company Store and Columbia Employee Stores, as well as discounts on travel, hotels, insurance, and retail partners.
Discounted Membership for New Grads: For just $375-50% off the regular Alumni & Friends price-your graduate enjoys a lifetime of UO connections and rewards as a Life Member.

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