Alumni Networks and Identity Chapters

You are part of a network of more than 150,000 Highlanders.

Our regional networks and identity chapters are great opportunities to stay connected to UCR and fellow alumni. You can also stay connected with your college or school through various volunteer opportunities

To get involved or to be a part of a chapter or network, reach out to a contact listed below.

Regional Networks

Inland Empire

President
Alejandro Romero '02
ucriean@gmail.com

IE Facebook | IE Instagram

IE LinkedIn

Los Angeles

President
Diana Wei '06
ucraala@gmail.com

LA Facebook | LA Instagram

LA LinkedIn

Orange County

President
Thomas Robles '20
ucraaoc@gmail.com

OC Facebook | OC Instagram

OC LinkedIn

San Francisco Bay Area

President
Ryosuke Ueda '06
ucraasf@gmail.com

SF Facebook

SF LinkedIn

Seattle

Point of Contact
Margaret Kenrick '93
ucraaseattle@gmail.com

Seattle LinkedIn

Asia Pacific – Taiwan

President
David Wu, M.B.A. ’92
davidwu880@yahoo.com

Taiwan Facebook

United Kingdom (UK)

President
Highlanders in London
ucrhighlandersinlondon@gmail.com

UK Facebook| UK Instagram

Washington D.C.

President
Nicholas Paniagua '16
ucralumnidc@gmail.com

D.C. Facebook

D.C. LinkedIn

San Diego

President
Victoria Garcia '11
ucralumnisd@gmail.com

SD Instagram

SD LinkedIn

New York City

President
Rollie Carencia '10
ucralumninyc@gmail.com

NYC LinkedIn

Identity Chapters

Black Alumni Chapter

President
Marvel Johnson '18
ucraaba@gmail.com

Black Alumni Facebook | Black Alumni Instagram

Give back to the next generation of Highlanders

Support Black Alumni Programming

Chicano Latino Alumni Chapter

President
Alex Cortez ’02, M.S. ’09
ucrcla@gmail.com

Chicano Latino Facebook | Chicano Latino Instagram

Chicano Latino LinkedIn

Give back to the next generation of Highlanders

Support Chicano Latino Alumni Programming

Korean Alumni

President
Mike Kwon '13
ucrkaa@gmail.com

Korean Alumni Instagram

Asian Pacific Islander

Pranay Desai '04 and Leilane Buendia '84

ucraa.api@gmail.com

API LinkedIn

Pride (LGBTQ+) Alumni

Steff Warsinski '09, M.S. '11

ucraapride@gmail.com

Pride Facebook | Pride LinkedIn

Military and Veterans Alumni Network

Zaima Gonzalez '08, MBA '13 and Omar Gonzalez '09

ucrmilitaryveterans@gmail.com

MilitaryVeterans LinkedIn

Phi Gamma Delta Alumni Network

President
Kevin W.M. Ferguson '84, M.A. '89

UCR FIJI Grads LinkedIn

Industry Networks

Highlanders in Tech & Innovation

A dynamic community designed to connect alumni in the technololgy industry. Network with others, share resources, engage in mentorship and stay updated on upcoming webinars, hackathons and more!

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Highlanders in Law

A vibrant community dedicated to connecting and empowering alumni in the legal field. Discuss current legal trends, seek guidance from experienced alumni and stay updated on continued education opportunities!

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Highlanders in Government and Policy

A dedicated community for alumni working in or passionate about government, public policy and advocacy work! Build a professional network that spans across various sectors of government from Sacramento to D.C.

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Highlanders in Arts and Entertainment

A creative community dedicated to supporting and connecting alumni in the art/entertainment industry. Stay updated on upcoming campus performances, expand your network across the industry, from film to theater!

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