Reflecting the various interests and backgrounds of our community, affinity groups bring together people united by a shared identity, interest or goal. These groups play a vital role in leadership development, policy discussions and advocacy initiatives鈥攚hile offering valuable personal and professional networking opportunities.
The Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University supports five affinity groups:
- African American Alumni Association
- CWRU Pride: The LGBT Alumni Network
- Jewish Alumni Network
- Undergraduate Student Government Alumni Network
- Latine Alumni Association
Each group helps alumni stay connected and work toward shared goals. Interested in getting more involved? Collaborate with a liaison from The Alumni Association and consider joining your group鈥檚 leadership team to help shape its direction and impact.
African American Alumni Association
The African American Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University was officially established in October 2009. The Association elected its officers and board of directors, as well as began populating their committees during Alumni Weekend 2010.
To learn more about the network, join to get announcements directly, see upcoming events and become more involved, please visit the African American Alumni Association Landing page.
CWRU Pride: The LGBT Alumni Network
CWRU Pride: The LGBT Alumni Network is open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and allied alumni, faculty, staff and friends of the university.
To learn more about the network, join to get announcements directly, see upcoming events and become more involved, please visit the CWRU Pride: The LGBT Alumni Network landing page.
Latine Alumni Association
The Latine Alumni Association strives to build a supportive and active alumni organization within the larger CWRU community through networking and fellowship opportunities. Also, the Latine Alumni Association seeks to support current Latine students, in alignment with CWRU鈥檚 core value of diversity and inclusion.
To learn more about the network, join to get announcements directly, see upcoming events and become more involve, please visit the Latine Alumni Association landing page.
Jewish Alumni Network
In collaboration with , the Jewish Alumni Network began to help Jewish graduates stay connected鈥攚herever life may lead. Whether you're hoping to reconnect with old friends, make new ones or simply keep up with alumni events and updates, this network is here to support meaningful engagement beyond campus.
Join us and help strengthen a lasting, supportive community built around shared experiences, traditions and connections. Visit the Jewish Alumni Network Landing page to learn more.
Undergraduate Student Government Alumni Network
The USG Alumni Network was recently created to promote the advancement and the best interests of Case Western Reserve University's and its alumni by striving to:
- Provide a resource to current USG members and facilitate year-to-year continuity.
- Help USG members develop leadership skills and prepare to enter the work force.
- Help USG alumni keep in touch with one another and arrange for social events
- Please visit the Undergraduate Student Government Alumni Network Landing page.
Interested in joining an affinity group?
to start receiving updates and newsletters about affinity group activities and events.
Want to get more involved or have questions?
If you鈥檙e interested in helping plan future events or volunteer in other ways, we鈥檇 love to hear from you. Contact The Alumni Association鈥攋ust email at [email protected] or call 216.368.6280.