Cornell International Alumni Relations

08/22/2026

Cornellians in Morocco welcomed incoming students for a virtual Student Send-off on July 1. Current students shared experiences and answered questions from incoming Cornellians. The gathering provided a welcoming opportunity for students to begin building connections before arriving on campus.

08/20/2026

Cornell is hosting its first annual Cornell Volunteer Summit, October 14-16, and is looking forward to welcoming all volunteers back to campus. These three days will include university leadership updates, faculty spotlights, and opportunities to strengthen your connections with each other and Cornell. The week will flow into Homecoming weekend, October 16-18, which includes traditions like the football game and the drone and laser light show. Learn more about the week, including registration and lodging details >>

Announcing Cornell’s inaugural Volunteer Summit—held annually in Ithaca, and open to all current volunteers! October 14–16, 2026 You can make hotel reservations now, while the schedule will be shared in … Read more

08/18/2026

The Cornell Club of France welcomed eight incoming students and two parents for a Student Send-off in the heart of Paris. The gathering brought together incoming undergraduates, law students, and alumni, giving new Cornellians the opportunity to ask questions, make connections, and begin building their Cornell community before arriving on campus. It was especially heartwarming to see the students mingling with one another and alumni as they prepared to begin their Cornell journeys.

08/15/2026

The Cornell Club of Japan hosted a successful virtual Student Send-off on June 27, bringing together incoming students, current students, alumni, and families to connect before the start of the academic year. The program featured introductions, helpful campus resources, and a lively Cornell trivia game led by members of the Japan Undergraduate Students Association (JUSA), giving new students the opportunity to hear directly from current Cornellians. The event helped foster early connections, build community, and prepare students for a smooth transition to campus.

08/14/2026

Our small but dedicated Cornell community in Vietnam recently had the pleasure of hosting two special gatherings for incoming students and their families. We hosted Student Send-offs in both HCMC and Hanoi. This was a heartfelt welcome and send-off dinner. Together, these events celebrated the beginning of our newest students' Cornell journeys while strengthening connections within our local alumni community.

Read more from Vietnam Student Send-off events: https://cunoteworthy.wordpress.com/2026/07/06/memorable-moments-89/ #:~:text=Cornellians%20in%20Vietnam

08/11/2026

Cornellians in Italy gathered virtually on June 25 for a warm and welcoming Student Send-Off. Participants enjoyed getting to know one another, connecting with members of the Cornell community, and learning more about what to expect as they prepare for their journey to Ithaca. The event provided a great opportunity to build friendships and excitement ahead of the academic year.

06/22/2026

On a lovely afternoon on the 14th June 2026 in London, United Kingdom, alumni, current students, and parents gathered to welcome the newest students and their parents and family members to the Big Red Cornell Family over light refreshments. We had three breakout groups: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students and Parents. We shared stories and tips and wished the newest members of our Cornell family the very best for their Cornell experience. We also thanked the current students and wished them all the best for their remaining time at Cornell. We also had a very special attendee join us, Yvette A. Lam, Interim Director of International Development, Europe and India. She enjoyed meeting the attendees and shared a few words of welcome in the Parent breakout group. Long may we continue our connections with each other.

05/23/2026

Cornellians showed up in full force this spring as International Alumni Relations brought the Big Red community together in Monterrey and Mexico City for two dynamic alumni events.

With 24 attendees in Monterrey and 31 in Mexico City, both gatherings were filled with energy, connection, and new faces, including a number of walk-in guests eager to be part of the Cornell network. Conversations flowed well into the evening, with alumni staying for hours to reconnect, share stories, and build new relationships.

The excitement didn’t stop there. Smaller gatherings with alumni leaders and emerging volunteers revealed strong enthusiasm to grow and strengthen the Cornell presence in Mexico, setting the stage for even more engagement ahead.

We’re incredibly grateful to our alumni hosts and volunteers who made these events so special, and we’re just getting started. Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect!

05/14/2026

Two Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2026 and guests are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at Schoellkopf Field.

05/07/2026

Watch our latest webinar: Big Red, Global View: The Future of the American University, An International Perspective https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iPwr57uEL4

Associate Vice President Michelle J. Vaeth ‘98 hosted a conversation with Provost Kavita Bala on the work the Future of the American University committee is doing, its potential global impact, and how our international Cornellians can play a role.

American universities are at a defining moment—and you’re invited to an exclusive conversation about what Cornell is planning next.In response to declining p...