The purposes of this Chapter shall be to promote, by organized effort, the interests and welfare of West Virginia University (hereinafter referred to as “the University”) the West Virginia University Alumni Association (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”) to encourage closer fellowship among alumni, former students, and friends of the University; to cooperate in the supporting and developing the civic activities of this community; to establish and maintain close contact and better understanding between the University and its graduates and former students in this area. This Chapter is formed as a non-profit, Alumni association under Section 501(c)3 of the United States Internal Revenue Code.