By Hazel Scott/ASU
Marcy Bolden, the new President of the Alabama State University National Alumni Association (NAA), plans to lead with a clear vision—uniting alumni and fostering growth to strengthen the University’s future.
“With the new year, I’ve set my sights on achieving the primary goals and objectives of building membership and engagement, financial stability, raising alumni impact and visibility and reaching out to current students,” Bolden said.
Following the theme of “Unity, Progress and Legacy,” Bolden and her team have developed a comprehensive plan to grow membership and engagement, including focusing on organizing events, providing networking opportunities nationwide, and implementing a mentorship program for current students that
will provide guidance and support to students as they navigate their way through college and prepare for the challenges of the professional world.
“The mentorship program, which is a permanent fixture in the Association’s offerings, is to show students that they have a support team outside of school and family,” Bolden stressed. “We aim to increase students’ confidence and a sense of belonging within the ASU community. The Association's visibility on campus will increase, influencing more students seeking out our support and guidance.”
MORE ABOUT BOLDEN
Bolden grew up in the industrious city of Gary, Indiana, where she first dreamed of making a difference. It was in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, decades later, that her vision came to life. A distinguished leader and finance expert, Bolden’s career spans more than 20 years, marked by dedication to education, nonprofit work, and community service.
Bolden’s higher education journey began at Alabama State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting in 1997. But Bolden’s hunger for knowledge didn’t stop there—she went on to earn two graduate degrees, an MBA and an MPA, enriching her understanding of both business and public administration. Armed with this powerful blend of skills, she navigated complex financial challenges, overseeing budgets as large as $86 million with integrity and precision.
For more than a decade, Bolden has served on multiple boards, always guided by fairness, transparency, and a heart for community. She believes in empowering young minds through education and mentorship, nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.
Bolden’s journey shows that true leadership shines brightest when it balances excellence with compassion. Through every challenge and success, she remains a servant-leader who inspires those around her to reach higher, dream bigger, and give back.