Dear Alumni,
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and dedication to our university. Our chief mission is enriching the lives of our alumni and engaging them in the lifelong advancement of our university.
This mission is rooted in the belief that our connection to the university does not end at graduation; it continues to grow, evolve, and strengthen throughout our lives. Engaging alumni in the advancement of our university creates a powerful and dynamic community. The strength of our university lies in the bonds we build with one another, fostering a sense of belonging and pride that transcends time and distance.
In the past year, we have made significant strides in fulfilling this mission, and we are excited to share these achievements with you through this annual report. We invite you to explore the report and see how your involvement can make a difference.
Zotfully,
Shante Carter, MBA ’23
Chief Financial Officer & Associate Vice Chancellor
Advancement Services & Alumni Relations
Top-Tier
University
Twice recognized as the #1 school doing the most for the American dream
according to a New York Times Ranking
Together with the community, we are transforming healthcare & wellness, advancing the American dream through student success, accelerating world-changing research, and illuminating the human experience.
Statistics At A Glance
10
#
143k
49
%
#
3
public university in the nation
(according to U.S. News & World report)
new undergraduate applicants
(in the fall of 2023)
of degrees earned by first-gen students
(according to 2023 data)
in the nation for diversity
(According to the WSJ & TImes Higher Ed.)
Incoming Anteaters
The Class of 2028 Celebrates their Admission
Celebrating & Supporting Students
The Alumni Association supports Anteater students from Welcome Week through Graduation fostering a strong sense of community, recognizing their achievements and milestones, providing mentorship programs, scholarships, and networking opportunities to help students thrive academically and professionally.
New Student
Sweatshirt Pickup
More than 8,000 incoming students visited the Newkirk Alumni Center during the Fall Quarter to receive their unique class sweatshirt. This annual event helps solidify Anteater pride from the moment students arrive on campus.
Student
Scholarships
This year the alumni association distributed more than $196,000 in scholarships to support 93 undergraduate & graduate UC Irvine students. These scholarships continue to create practical impact for students juggling the costs of school.
Dinner With Anteaters
Our alumni hosted 185 students for 35 dinners with Anteaters this year. This series of events creates meaningful connections between students, alumni, staff, or faculty during a casual evening of networking and food.
Grad Expo
2024
Grad Expo is our one-stop shop for all things graduation, making the process seamless for graduating students. The alumni association served more than 7,000 students, helping them across the finish line with ease & comfortability.
Yennhi Nguyen ’24 - Graduating with a B.A. Business Administration
In addition to receiving the Chancellor’s Award of Distinction, Yennhi is also a Alumni Association Endowed Scholar
Recognizing Student Achievement
The Chancellor’s Award of Distinction honors UC Irvine’s top graduating students for their exceptional research, leadership, or service. Each year, the association conducts a search for outstanding undergraduates, culminating in an award ceremony to celebrate their achievements.
Chancellor’s Award of Distinction ’24 Recipients
- 55 undergraduate recipients
- 12 double majors
- 2 triple majors
- 1 quadruple major
- 3.89 average GPA
- 6,484 hours of combined humanitarian service
- 433 combined quarters on the Dean’s list
Global Reach
Meeting Anteaters Where They Are
The Alumni Association took significant strides this year to meet our growing alumni base where they live. We were able to develop connections and increase pride by building community and creating space for Anteaters both domestically and internationally. Through these global connections our alumni were able to give back to each other, our students, and the community.
Our chapters and other volunteers play a significant role in the success of our global outreach. The alumni association hosted a total of 106 alumni and chapter events this year. These domestic and international events, along with volunteer opportunities, continue to support our alumni around the word.
Alumni are engaging at higher rates and leaving their mark around the world. Keep reading to learn more about our four major areas of alumni engagement.
Our alumni showed up to rep their Anteater pride throughout the year!
Despite a little rain on Homecoming Day, our Anteater Pride shone brightly! This year's Homecoming was a fantastic celebration with 4,000+ attendees coming together for a day of fun and reconnection. It's a family-friendly event where alumni, chapters, schools, and student groups unite to celebrate.
The Alumni Association is your premiere resource for career, academic, and personal success. Whether you’re an alumnus, friend of UCI, or current student, we help connect the zots that enrich your life and enhances the success of the university.
UC Irvine Alumni Association
Newkirk Alumni Center
450 Alumni Court
Irvine, CA 92697-1225
Telephone: (949) 824-2586
Email: alumni@uci.edu
Socials: @ucialumni
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