UMRA has a long history of partnering with the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. Now it’s official. UMRA and UMAA have signed a formal agreement, effective September 1, 2020, with benefits for members of both organizations. 

The partnership is built upon the commitment of both groups “to honoring and serving the University of Minnesota,” and it is intended to enhance the growth and vitality of both associations. We also know from UMRA’s work with our Big 10 counterparts that alliances such as this help raise the visibility of retirees across the institution.

Among the benefits provided by the agreement, UMRA members will be eligible for membership in the Alumni Association at a discounted rate of $35 versus the regular annual fee of $50. Many UMRA members already belong to the Alumni Association and for good reason. UMAA members receive an excellent quarterly magazine, access to Alumni Association events, and other discounts and benefits. You don’t need to be a U of M alumnus to join UMAA.  

Just as both organizations advocate for the University of Minnesota, we also share a commitment to providing a variety of fun, engaging, and community-building opportunities for our members.   

UMRA members have taken advantage of UMAA-discounted tickets to attend a Gophers women’s basketball game and last year’s U of M Day with the Minnesota Twins at Target Field, when everyone in the UMAA-UMRA group received a limited-edition Twins hat in U of M colors.  

We look forward to future shared events once in-person activities are resumed.

—Will Craig, member, UMRA Board, and liaison to UMAA