Northwestern Connects 2026

This March, more than 5,000 Northwestern Alumni and friends worldwide celebrated Northwestern Connects 2026 in over 100 locations.

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Northwestern Connects 2026

This March, more than 5,000 Northwestern Alumni and friends worldwide celebrated Northwestern Connects 2026 in over 100 locations.

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A Place to Call Your Own

The Northwestern Alumni Association invites all members of the Northwestern family—alumni, current students, parents, and friends—to get inspired and connect with the University’s alumni community. This powerful network of doers spans the globe and includes virtually every profession. Here, you’ll find the events, ideas, and resources that spark your curiosity. So, dive right in and browse. We hope you’ll come back often to explore the social, intellectual, and professional opportunities available to you. And, of course, Go ’Cats!

Alumni Directory

Access Your Alumni Network

Northwestern maintains a comprehensive alumni directory, so you can easily find friends, keep the University up to date on your whereabouts, and expand your network.

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Alumni in the News

Read the latest alumni stories from the University’s newsroom.

Loft Club at the new Ryan Field channels Wrigley bleacher’s energy, while embracing Wildcat football history

Tickets now available for premium seating designed for young alumni and long-time season ticket holders

Northwestern announces 2026 honorary degree recipients

The University will recognize Michael Graetzel, Heather Headley, Sarah Jessica Parker and David Skorton during commencement June 14

A recognizable voice guides audiences through ‘How to succeed in business’

Northwestern alum and actor Richard Kind returns for the latest Wirtz Center musical

Ryan Family Research Acceleration Fund fuels pioneering life science discoveries

Latest round of strategic seed funding propels innovations in imaging, brain health, autoimmune therapies and more, bringing total support to $8 million

Northwestern celebrates 22 years as a top Fulbright producer

Wildcats pursue graduate study, conduct research and teach English through global program

About the Northwestern Alumni Association

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The NAA dates back to 1881, when the newly founded Alumni Association hosted the University’s first Alumni Day on June 22. Now more than 140 years later, the NAA is proud to inspire Northwestern alumni to follow their interests, pursue lifelong learning, and make meaningful connections with each other and their alma mater.

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Alumni Leadership

Meet NAA President Kristin McDonnell ’85 (’21, ’23, ’25 P)

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