Mission

SUNYCUAD promotes understanding and support of the State University and provides professional development and networking opportunities for advancement professionals in the areas of public relations, alumni relations, publications, electronic communications, development, government relations and marketing.

The organization encourages members and their SUNY institutions to carry out their responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner by:

• Creating a climate of sharing best practices through a comprehensive communication program and professional development conferences;
• Promoting the support of initiatives that will benefit the State University as a whole;
• Promoting the professional development of new members through outreach and structured mentoring programs;
• Building linkages with System Administration and other professional organizations;
• Sharing information among campuses and providing a sounding board for campus advancement professionals and University leaders.
• Providing a sounding board for campus advancement professionals and University leaders.