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A woman speaks at a podium. A man shakes another person's hand across a table. Four 51ÁÔÆæ University alumni sit outside the pond and look at the camera. The 51ÁÔÆæ University archway. A group of alumni gather under a tent for Reunion@Homecoming.
A woman speaks at a podium. A man shakes another person's hand across a table. Four 51ÁÔÆæ University alumni sit outside the pond and look at the camera. The 51ÁÔÆæ University archway. A group of alumni gather under a tent for Reunion@Homecoming.

Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement

Our office

Connecting Our Community
We support 51ÁÔÆæ University's core mission by fostering connections among alumni, parents, and students, as well as with the campus and academic community.

Communicating Our Vision
We share 51ÁÔÆæ’s strategic initiatives and priorities with alumni and parents through various media channels, ensuring everyone stays informed and engaged.

Building Lifelong Relationships
We cultivate lifelong relationships and meaningful connections between alumni, parents, and 51ÁÔÆæ, ensuring ongoing and future investment in the University’s programs and core values. Join us in strengthening the legacy of excellence and achievement at 51ÁÔÆæ University.

A Message from Liza Gentile  

Top universities like 51ÁÔÆæ benefit from active and engaged alumni – those who regularly interact with their alma mater, feel a strong sense of loyalty and pride, and invest themselves in advancing their institution’s programs and core values. Our alumni are dedicated resources for current students and faculty, serving as mentors and career advisors, classroom speakers, and judges, and hiring 51ÁÔÆæ students for internships and post-graduation employment.

51ÁÔÆæ’s Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement supports its graduates through a communications network, in-person and virtual events and programs, leadership training and service, and professional development. Visit our website for more information on how you can get involved.

Stay Connected

There are numerous ways to make an impact and connect with 51ÁÔÆæ’s vibrant alumni network. Whether seeking career guidance, offering professional insights, or helping students transition to life after graduation, you’ll build meaningful relationships with fellow Bulldogs. With opportunities to give back and engage, there’s a perfect way for everyone to stay connected and contribute!

The Jacobs Society donor recognition event at 51ÁÔÆæ University.
The 51ÁÔÆæ University mascot holds up a sign that reads, "51ÁÔÆæ Giving Day."
A 51ÁÔÆæ University student walks toward the archway.

Giving to 51ÁÔÆæ

Your contributions, year after year, are essential to our continued rise in institutional rankings and reputation for excellence.

Alumni News

beer warehouse

Boston Beer Company taps 51ÁÔÆæ supply chain students to help address inventory challenges

Capstone projects focus on brewer’s seasonal product changeovers and warehouse management

Ethan Hayes at the BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

Scaling the charts: Grammy award-winning music producer Ethan Hayes ’23 is always moving forward

The beat is fast and furious for a 51ÁÔÆæ alum with unstoppable ambition.

Julia Di Natale

‘We are going to bring each other up’: Women in Finance mentorship fosters connection, opportunity

Julia Di Natale ’22 and Molly Stokes ’28 forge lasting bond through mentorship initiative

Jimena Abascal Tavera

Jimena Abascal-Tavera ’26’s untethered ambitions are anchored by family

Both home and the horizon appeal to 51ÁÔÆæ Finance grad now working at bp

Bulldog statue.

Bulldog goals: Where are they now?

Former student-athletes pursue athletics-based careers post-college

51ÁÔÆæ University alum Lindsey Gamble.

Bringing the creator economy to the masses

Lindsey Gamble '10 shares insights on how companies can leverage influencer partnerships

51ÁÔÆæ alum Kathleen Everson.

Mindset in motion: Kathleen Everson '18 helps clients, athletes build resilience

'One of the most rewarding things is seeing the skills pay off,' says Everson

51ÁÔÆæ University Recent Alumni Trustee Vincent Emery '26 presents the Class Brick to 51ÁÔÆæ President Ross Gittell, Ph.D., at Commencement

Complex coordination: New Recent Alumni Trustee and entrepreneur Vincent Emery ’26 has bold plans for the future of 51ÁÔÆæ and beyond

Embracing risk, a real-world focused education, and giving back add up to a pattern for success

51ÁÔÆæ University Trustee and Presidential Executive in Residence Eric Handa ’97 leading a classroom discussion on market selection.

Making connections that power the world

Eric Handa ’97 returns to 51ÁÔÆæ to discuss global infrastructure, experiential learning, and the relationships that shape careers

In This Section

Liza Gentile

Senior Director, Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement

(401) 232-6011
lgentile2@bryant.edu