NewsVenice GondolierJuly 30, 2026Sarasota County
New College Foundation votes to dissolve alumni association
The New College Foundation Board has voted to shut down the school's alumni association, which has operated for nearly 50 years. The decision is part of a broader restructuring effort that faced opposition from alumni leadership.
Read the full story at Venice GondolierWhy It Matters
The dissolution of the alumni association ends a 50-year-old organization that served as the primary formal link between the college and its former students.
Key Facts
- The New College Foundation Board voted to dissolve the school's alumni association.
- The alumni association had been in operation for nearly 50 years.
- The vote was part of a restructuring plan approved by the Foundation Board.
- Alumni leaders formally objected to the dissolution of the association.
Who's Mentioned
personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida, noted for recent changes at the college.”organizationNCF Freedom“Nonprofit dedicated to academic freedom.”organizationNew College Alumni Association“The organization being dissolved by the Foundation.”personJono Miller“Former professor and former president of the New College Alumni Association.”organizationNew College Foundation“The governing body that voted to dissolve the alumni association.”organizationNew College Foundation Board“The governing body that voted to dissolve the alumni association.”organizationUniversity of South Florida“Former parent institution of New College.”personChris Van Dyk“Chairman of the New College Alumni Association.”personDavid Rancourt“Vice president of advancement at New College.”locationNew College“The educational institution affected by the restructuring.”