How Members Are Selected

Membership on PCCW is by invitation only, with a special emphasis on attracting  alumnae not previously involved in Cornell alumni organizations.

• The process begins with a current PCCW or Cornell staff member nominating a prospective member. The PCCW Membership Committee reviews all nominations, which are then approved by the PCCW Steering Committee.
• Next,  the nominees are presented to Cornell’s president, who approves the candidates and extends an invitation to become a member.

Criteria

Prospective candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Cornell alumna
• Leader in one's field, career, or vocational activities (other than activities related to Cornell) with accomplishments at a high level of recognized success
• Expressed interest in and concern for Cornell, its constituents, and its public image
• Demonstrated commitment to strengthening the experience of women affiliated with Cornell, whether students, staff, faculty, alumnae, or friends
• Willingness to become an active volunteer, beginning with responsibilities as a PCCW member
• Breadth of diversity afforded PCCW as an alumnae organization

Consideration will be given to achieving a diverse membership and new member composition. We aim to have approximately 70% of our members with limited or no prior experience in other alumni organizations.