Alumni Events

Upcoming events

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Q&A for I School Master’s Students & Alumni Interested in a Ph.D.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 9:00 am - 9:45 am PDT

A virtual Q&A session for current and former School of Information master’s students who are interested in pursuing a Ph.D.

Fall Into Connections: An All–I School Speed Networking Event

Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

A fun, casual speed networking session to build connections with students and alumni from all of our degree programs.

Seattle Alumni Chapter Topgolf Outing and Meetup

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Catch up with fellow I School alumni and enjoy food and drink and golf in dedicated heated hitting bays just for us.

Los Angeles Alumni Chapter Holiday Meetup

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join the Los Angeles I School alumni chapter for our holiday meetup at All Season Brewing.

Previous events

I School Centennial & Birthday Celebration

Saturday, September 26, 2026, 1:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Join alumni, faculty, students, and friends as we celebrate a defining milestone in the history of the UC Berkeley School of Information.

A festive picnic on the grass in front of South Hall

I School Community Picnic

Sunday, August 16, 2026, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

A festive summer gathering for I School students, alumni, staff, faculty, and friends.

MICS graduates celebrate graduation (May 2025)

Maximizing MICS for Alumni

Thursday, August 6, 2026, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm PDT

A webinar to help new MICS graduates stay connected, grow your professional network, and discover ways to stay involved with the MICS community.

Littlest Bear Virtual 5K Run/Walk 2026

Monday, July 20, 2026 - Sunday, July 26, 2026

A fun run/walk/roll for the I School community.

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Hot Days, Cool Connections: I School Speed Networking

Thursday, July 16, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

A fun, casual speed networking session to build connections with students and alumni from all of our degree programs.

Seattle skyline, with the Space Needle and Mount Rainier

Seattle I School Alumni Chapter Launch

Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s Seattle alumni chapter.

A group of graduating master's students at their commencement ceremony, wearing black caps and gowns with gold master's hoods.

School of Information 2026 Commencement

Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Honor the class of 2026 with keynote speaker, student speakers, and student awards.

Maximizing MICS for Alumni

Thursday, April 16, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm PDT

A webinar to help new MICS graduates stay connected, grow your professional network, and discover ways to stay involved with the MICS community.

New York City skyline, with the Brooklyn Bridge

New York I School Alumni Chapter Launch

Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s New York alumni chapter.

All-Alumni Jazz Brunch

Saturday, March 14, 2026, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for mimosas, brunch, and live jazz and connect with classmates, fellow alumni, faculty, and staff.

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I School Alumni Night at the Golden State Warriors

Friday, March 13, 2026, 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Join us to see Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors take on the Minnesota Timberwolves, and meet and mingle at a pre-game reception.

photo of Eric Meyer smiling with arms crossed wearing a suit and yellow tie

Alumni Virtual Town Hall with Dean Meyer

Thursday, March 12, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

Dean Eric T. Meyer shares updates about the I School and looks ahead to the future.

Big Give 2026

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Support the I School during Berkeley’s annual fundraising blitz.

Los Angeles I School Alumni Chapter Launch

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s Los Angeles alumni chapter.

San Francisco Bay Area I School Alumni Chapter Launch

Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s first official alumni chapter.

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Data Science Fall 2025 Capstone Project Showcase

Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm PST

Graduating MIDS students present their data science projects. A panel of judges will select an outstanding project for the Hal R. Varian MIDS Capstone Award.

Maximizing MICS for Alumni

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

A webinar to help new MICS graduates stay connected, grow your professional network, and discover ways to stay involved with the MICS community.

Cybersecurity Fall 2025 Capstone Project Showcase

Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm PST

Graduating MICS students present their cybersecurity projects. A panel of judges will select an outstanding project for the Lily L. Chang MICS Capstone Award.

I School Community Virtual Speed Networking

Friday, November 7, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST

A fun, casual speed networking session to build connections with students and alumni from all of our degree programs.

107th Birthday Celebration

Friday, September 26, 2025, 3:10 pm - 5:30 pm

In 1918, UC Berkeley began a full-time program in library science. Join us for our annual celebration honoring the I School’s rich history, vibrant present, and bold future.