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Alumni Events

Upcoming events

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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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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.

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Big Give 2026
Thursday, March 12, 2026

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

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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Seattle I School Alumni Chapter Launch
Thursday, May 28, 2026

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

Previous events

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A Celebration of Mentorship at the I School
Wednesday, June 9, 2021, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Celebrate our student and alumni mentors.

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School of Information 2021 Virtual Commencement
Sunday, May 16, 2021, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

Honor the classes of 2020 and 2021 with keynote speaker Brad Smith, president of Microsoft; faculty tributes; and presentation of capstone awards.

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MIMS Final Project Showcase
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm PDT

Graduating master’s students present their intriguing research projects and innovative new information systems. A panel of judges will select outstanding projects for the James R. Chen Award.

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Data Science Spring 2021 Capstone Project Showcase
Thursday, April 22, 2021, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm PDT

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.

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Cybersecurity Spring 2021 Capstone Project Showcase
Wednesday, April 14, 2021, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PDT

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

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Data Science Fall 2020 Capstone Project Showcase
Thursday, December 17, 2020, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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.

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Cybersecurity Fall 2020 Capstone Project Showcase
Wednesday, December 9, 2020, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Graduating MICS students present their cybersecurity projects.

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102nd Birthday Celebration: a Virtual Celebration of Women Leaders Past, Present, and Future
Friday, September 25, 2020, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the history of the I School, SIMS, SLIS, and School of Librarianship.

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Data Science Summer 2020 Capstone Project Showcase
Thursday, August 13, 2020, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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.

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Data Science Summer 2020 Capstone Project Showcase for 5th Year MIDS Students
Monday, August 3, 2020, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Graduating 5th Year MIDS students present their data science projects.

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Littlest Bear Virtual 5K Run/Walk 2020
Monday, July 27, 2020, 12:01 am, – Sunday, August 2, 2020, 11:30 pm

A fun run/walk/roll for the I School Community! Proceeds benefit Diversity & Inclusion Fellowships.

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Alumni Career Panel: Information Careers in 2020 and Beyond
Wednesday, May 27, 2020, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Perspectives from 4 I School alumni on the direction of information careers in the next decade.

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Tribute to Spring 2020 Graduates
Sunday, May 17, 2020, 9:30 am - 10:15 am

An online event to honor the graduating class of 2020.

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MIMS Final Project Showcase
Thursday, May 14, 2020, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Graduating master’s students present their intriguing research projects and innovative new information systems. A panel of judges will select outstanding projects for the James R. Chen Award.

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Data Science Spring 2020 Capstone Project Showcase
Thursday, April 30, 2020, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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.

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I School San Francisco Meet-Up
Wednesday, February 5, 2020, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

I School students and alumni are invited to a meet-up and happy hour to meet new friends and mingle with old.

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School of Information Winter 2020 Commencement
Monday, January 13, 2020, 12:00 pm

Honor the class of 2019 with keynote speaker, student speakers, and presentation of capstone awards.

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Data Science Fall 2019 Capstone Project Showcase
Thursday, December 19, 2019, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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.

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Denver Meet-up
Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Students and alumni are invited to join us for snacks, cold beverages, and refreshing conversation.

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I School Meet-up in DC
Wednesday, October 16, 2019, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

I School students and alumni are invited to a meet-up and happy hour to meet new friends and mingle with old.

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