The AIA logo presents four swallows moving into the four cardinal directions radiating from the center of the world, which is a universal concept for most tribal societies. The swallows are found all over America and are commonly known for returning to their nesting place; this is especially appropriate for the American Indian alumni returning to campus for reunions, alumni events, and other ativities.
American Indian Alumni Club

 

Chad S. Marchand, President

Chad Marchand was born and raised in Omak, Washington, a small town near the Canadian border. He is an enrolled member of the Colville Confederated Tribes and came to Arizona to earn his Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Arizona. In December 2005, Chad graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of Arizona with a double major in Political Science and History, as well as from the University's prestigious Honors College.

Chad is currently the Community Justice Unit Supervisor for the Pima County Attorney’s Office and manages several programs including the Community Justice Boards, Communities Addressing Responsible Gun Ownership(C.A.R.G.O.) and ACT Now Truancy. Previously, he was a Deputy Prosecutor with the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney for the Colville Confederated Tribes. Preceding his employment as a Deputy Prosecutor, he was an Executive Intern with Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano’s Southern Arizona Office, where his responsibilities included constituent service and database management.. He has also worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers where he was a Park Ranger providing the public and youth education about natural resources, hydro electric dams, and North Central Washington culture.

Chad is a recent recipient of the Arizona Daily Star’s 40 Under 40 Award, was a 2009 nominee for the United Way Young Leader of the Year award and currently sits on the Honors College Advisory Board as well as being your current President for the American Indian Alumni Club.


 

AIA Mission

To support American Indian Alumni of The University of Arizona (UA) by providing networking opportunities, serving as a liaison between the University and our alumni membership, and by recognizing personal and professional achievement of our membership. In addition, AIA supports American Indian students at the UA through mentorship, community service and the provision of scholarship opportunities.