The Alumni Affairs Department was established to fully integrate CIA alumni into regional and national programs which will benefit their professional growth and provide support for the college, both academically and financially. CIA alumni are involved in virtually every area of college advancement, including recruitment, admissions, career placement, fundraising, regional receptions, and other special CIA presentations. In turn, the college offers its resources to alumni as they progress in their careers through job placement assistance; résumé referral services; continuing education courses; instructional and training videotapes; and publications to keep alumni updated on distinguished colleagues and new programs, activities, and advancements within the industry.