Definition

Former students who universities pretend to care about deeply right around the time donation season rolls around. The relationship is a lot like an ex who only texts you when they need to borrow money.

Example Usage

"As a proud alumnus, I receive heartfelt letters from my university every quarter reminding me how much they miss my checkbook."

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