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April 7, 2023
The Awards Committee-What We Do and How We Do It
Have you ever wondered who makes the selections of the Award Recipients who are recognized at reunion each year?  The Awards Committee is made up of a Chair... Read More
April 6, 2023
Alumni-planned European Alumni Meeting
Dear alumni, We are more than excited to invite new and old UWP friends from all corners of the world to join us in Bergen, Norway for the... Read More
April 1, 2023
Welcome New BOG Members
In March, we welcomed six new members to the UWPIAA Board of Governors. They are filling the roles of Alumni Community, Alumni Engagement, Global Impact, Professional Development, Travel... Read More
March 30, 2023
James E. MacLennan Everyday Hero Award
James MacLennan traveled in the early years of UWP and then as a cast director with his wife. Ultimately, he served as Chief Operating Officer of UWP for... Read More
March 30, 2023
Outstanding Cast Rep Award
Cast/Crew Reps provide service to both their casts/crews and the alumni body as a whole. This award may be given in recognition of those who sacrifice long hours... Read More
December 18, 2022
Rendezvous Videos and Photos Available
The Rendezvous was a smashing success beyond our wildest dreams! We are very happy to be able to share the event with you. Thanks to Don Kagin ('69A)... Read More
December 18, 2022
J. Blanton Belk Outstanding Alumna/Alumnus Award
This award is presented annually to an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to humankind, by carrying forward the ideals of Up with People. This year's honorees are... Read More
December 18, 2022
Why “Reune”?
I recently posed the question in the alumni Facebook group about why alumni attend reunions. Specifically, I was thinking about the 5 year reunions. The ‘big’ ones. The... Read More
October 4, 2022
Overview of BOG Committees and General Responsibilities
You're invited to have a look at this information about committees planned for the UWPIAA! Your interest in becoming involved on any level—as a volunteer, chair, committee member,... Read More
September 15, 2022
Samuel Lanham Award for Extraordinary Service to the UWPIAA
This award is presented to a Board of Governors member who has made contributions to the UWPIAA, in multiple categories, over multiple years, and benefitting a broad spectrum... Read More

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