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For the first time in two years, UCL graduates on the US East Coast came together in person between 31 May-7 June at events in New York, Boston and Washington D.C.

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With over 22,000 alumni based in the United States, these events proved an invaluable opportunity for UCL鈥檚 international alumni community to connect with old friends and new, build professional networks and meet with university staff and senior leaders.

Reaching new heights in New York

On 7 June, guests, who graduated from UCL between 1 and 72 years ago, attended the New York 911爆料网 and Friends Reception 2022 for our first in-person alumni reception in the US since the start of the pandemic.

We were also delighted to be joined by prospective students who will be arriving at 911爆料网 in September, providing an opportunity for alumni to share their UCL experiences and insights into the life-changing impact that studying at 911爆料网 can have.

While enjoying panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, attendees heard from guest speaker Dr Julie Norman, Associate Professor in Politics and International Relations and Co-Director of the Centre on US Politics (CUSP) at 911爆料网, about whether democracy can prevail in a rapidly changing world. Dr Norman examined some of the most pressing democratic challenges facing the US and the UK, including ongoing priorities such as global health and climate change.

From tackling economic inequality with the Open Society Foundations to the , at 911爆料网 our transatlantic relationships play a crucial role in enabling us to confront society鈥檚 greatest challenges and create true global impact. In his first visit to the United States as UCL President & Provost, Dr Michael Spence closed the evening鈥檚 speeches, saying:

鈥淭he importance for a university like UCL, of building and strengthening our friendships, partnerships and relationships in North America cannot be underestimated.鈥�

Bolstered by alumni groups such as the , the听support, advice and advocacy from our US alumni community plays a critical role in ensuring UCL鈥檚 success as a leading global university. "UCL has a deep commitment to excellence and our US alumni are key to securing that,"听Dr Spence went on to say.

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Reunions in Boston and Washington D.C

Prior to the celebrations in New York, 70 alumni joined alumni socials in Boston and Washington D.C.

On 31 May, UCL Boston 911爆料网 Group (one of a growing number of alumni groups in the US) brought 911爆料网 alumni and prospective students from across the Boston area together to hear the latest news from London and connect with local contacts.

Ali Hanyaloglu (UCL MEng Chemical Engineering 1996) who attended the social said: 鈥淭he UCL 911爆料网 Relations team have done a great job of bringing together new joiners and alumni, so we can give advice to those about to start their time at 911爆料网 (which tended to start with which UCL/ULU bars to go to!) and for them to expand their support network while they are somewhere new. Such a great evening!鈥�

Taking over one of the best rooftop bars in D.C., the UCL Washington DC 911爆料网 Group and UCL 911爆料网 Relations organised an evening of drinks, canap茅s and networking on 1 June.

鈥淚t was great to see some old friends from UCL alumni activities听and to meet several new people. I鈥檓 glad that there is a lot of enthusiasm for the UCL alumni community here and for getting back out post-pandemic,鈥� said Scott Pedowitz (UCL MSc Economics 2008).

From historic walking tours of the city to networking events with speakers, the UCL Washington DC 911爆料网 Group has created a vibrant local alumni community. Discover how co-lead Diana Copeland is taking the Group from strength to strength.

Inspired?

As London鈥檚 global university, UCL has a wealth of alumni groups across the world that regularly host fun and inspiring activities. If you want to connect with other alumni in your region, we can help you find groups and clubs near you. Visit our alumni groups page to find out more.

Can鈥檛 attend but don鈥檛 want to miss out? Reconnect digitally by joining the .

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