UCI Alumni

UCI Alumni This is the official page of the UCI Alumni Association at the University of California, Irvine

06/19/2026

💙💛 Meet Eloy Ortiz Oakley '96, MBA '99 🐜🍽️

A proud Anteater and champion for educational opportunity, Eloy has dedicated his career to expanding access to higher education and helping students succeed across California.

In the latest episode of Alumni in Action, Eloy reflects on how his time at shaped his path in higher education leadership and shares how he is opening doors for future generations as president and CEO of the College Futures Foundation.

Watch his story and discover how one Anteater is making a lasting impact.

🐜🍽️ Ready to make an impact? ✨• Plan and host events for young alumni• Build community and expand your network• Develop ...
06/04/2026

🐜🍽️ Ready to make an impact? ✨

• Plan and host events for young alumni

• Build community and expand your network

• Develop leadership and professional skills

Apply to the Young Alumni Council by June 7!💙💛
bit.ly/Apply2YAC


Photo: A diverse group of smiling young alumni in UC Irvine apparel hold signs reading "UC Irvine Alumni" and "I Love UC Irvine," promoting applications to join the Young Alumni Council.

Hi Anteaters! Interested in becoming involved with your local Anteater community? Join us on June 8 at 6 p.m. PT for a v...
06/04/2026

Hi Anteaters! Interested in becoming involved with your local Anteater community?

Join us on June 8 at 6 p.m. PT for a virtual info session to learn what it means to be a Regional Ambassador! We'll go over:

1) The role, responsibilities and impact you can make as a representative in your region
2) Upcoming UC Irvine Alumni Association events like Anteaters in Service Day and Connect the Zots

Register here: https://bit.ly/4a6L1y4

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Image: “UC Irvine Alumni Association graphic promoting a Regional Ambassador Information Session on June 8 at 6 PM via Zoom, highlighting community impact and alumni events.”

Thank you to everyone who joined us at : Irvine! 💙💛🐜 We loved connecting with alumni and community members at Luna Park...
05/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at : Irvine! 💙💛🐜

We loved connecting with alumni and community members at Luna Park while celebrating together!



Photo 1: Five people stand in front of a UC Irvine backdrop with repeating Anteater logos, posing and holding up hand signs. All individuals are dressed in business or smart casual attire.

Photo 2: Five people stand behind a table covered with a UC Irvine Alumni tablecloth, holding a “UC Irvine” banner. The table displays stickers, sign-in sheets, and small promotional items.
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Photo 3: Group of five people seated and standing around a table with plates, drinks, and UC Irvine decorations. Several individuals make hand signs while a screen in the background shows an outdoor playground scene.

Photo 4: Two people pose in front of a UC Irvine step-and-repeat backdrop featuring repeating Anteater logos, each holding blue and gold pom-poms. A third person stands to the side taking their photo. The setting appears outdoors with trees, greenery, and a walkway in the background.

05/29/2026

💙💛Just one week ago, around the world joined together for an evening of fun and , including alumni in Irvine, for in Luna Park at . Check out the fun! 🐜🍽

🐜Ready to stay connected, give back and make it fun?🎉 The UC Irvine Young Alumni Council is looking for passionate Antea...
05/28/2026

🐜Ready to stay connected, give back and make it fun?🎉

The UC Irvine Young Alumni Council is looking for passionate Anteaters to help plan events, shape programs and build community for grads of the last decade. If you're ready to bring your energy and ideas to the table, we want YOU on our team!

Apply today at bit.ly/Apply2YAC and let's make something great together. 💙💛

Photo: Group of UC Irvine alumni in branded apparel posing in front of a UCI-themed backdrop, holding signs and a dog, alongside an inset group photo outside a building, with bold overlay text promoting “Stay Connected,” “Give Back,” “Make It Fun,” and “Apply Now” for the Young Alumni Council, including volunteer roles and application link.

💙💛 Anteaters showed up around the world for Connect the Zots on May 21! From catching up with old friends to meeting fel...
05/27/2026

💙💛 Anteaters showed up around the world for Connect the Zots on May 21!

From catching up with old friends to meeting fellow alumni for the first time, this year’s gatherings were filled with connection, community and Anteater spirit. 🐜✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening memorable in every city. No matter where life takes us, the UC Irvine alumni community is always close by! 🌍

🔗 Link in bio to view event highlights.


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Collage graphic for Connect the Zots showing UC Irvine alumni gathered outdoors in Los Angeles and San Jose, smiling, posing with UCI signs, and making the Anteater hand sign. Text highlights May 2026 and alumni in 14 cities.
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Collage of Connect the Zots alumni gatherings worldwide, featuring group photos from San Diego, Nashville, London, Tokyo, San Francisco, and Seattle, with alumni smiling, holding UC Irvine banners, and making the Anteater hand sign.

05/21/2026

Meet Sashee Chandran '07, founder and CEO of , in this inspiring episode of Alumni in Action.

As an economics major at the , Sashee learned to think strategically about markets, consumers and opportunity. She transformed that foundation into Tea Drops, a brand that reimagines the tea experience.

UC Irvine didn't just help set her on her career path; it gave her the friendships and community that continue to shape her journey today.



05/21/2026

in Seoul and Taipei kicked off Connect the Zots this week! Join us tomorrow, May 21 in a city near you and bring your Anteater to all the fun! Check our website for details at link in bio.

05/15/2026

💙💛Anteaters at Home brought together who work or have worked at UCI to celebrate 60 years of Anteater pride and impact. Check out these Anteater Confessionals!

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Irvine, CA
92697

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