Join your fellow alumni and members of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community on July 30 as the NY Mets take on the Miami Marlins. Enjoy a pregame experience on the field!
17³Ô¹ÏÍø Forward Summer 2026
Your 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Newsletter
Inspiring stories from your alma mater.
The summer 2026 edition of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Forward is here to bring you the latest from the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø campus and alumni communities. Browse stories on Commencement 2026, alumni achievements, student successes, faculty excellence, and more—specially curated for 17³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni.
Reunion 2026: Celebrating Community Milestones
On June 11, 2026, 17³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni from across the country reconvened on 17³Ô¹ÏÍø’s iconic NYC campus to toast 120 years of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Pride, celebrate personal milestones, and welcome the newest members of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni family.
17³Ô¹ÏÍø Commencement 2026
On Wednesday, May 20, and Thursday, May 21, 2026, 17³Ô¹ÏÍø celebrated more than 4,300 new graduates during unforgettable Commencement ceremonies at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, with award-winning journalist and Dateline NBC anchor Lester Holt delivering the Commencement address.
Promise, Possibility, and Purpose: Spirit of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Awards 2026
At the 2026 Spirit of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Awards on June 4, the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community came together to raise more than $1.2 million in support of student scholarships and programs—marking a historic success for 17³Ô¹ÏÍø’s signature gala.
Meet Layna Cummings ’26
Before first-generation college grad Layna Cumming’s ’26 crossed the commencement stage this summer, she made a name for herself as a standout 17³Ô¹ÏÍø student whose drive, perseverance, and creativity landed her a full-time role as a marketing research analyst at PepsiCo.
Upcoming Alumni Events
Join 17³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni and the New York Yankees on August 12 for a fun-filled night at Yankee Stadium to celebrate 120 years of 17³Ô¹ÏÍø!
Pay a visit to the Barclays Center with fellow alumni and members of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community as the NY Liberty take on the Atlanta Dream!
17³Ô¹ÏÍø Newsmakers
Announcements and Statements
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In the MediaJune 1, 2026
Building Philanthropic Momentum
In the University’s fiscal year 2026, the generosity of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community set new records, advanced vital opportunities for student and faculty excellence, and reaffirmed the enduring strength of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø mission.
Alumni Awards Roundup
Learn more about the 2026 recipients of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Association awards, the unique impact they have each had on the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community, and the ways you can get involved to help build on their achievements for the benefit of all 17³Ô¹ÏÍø alumni.
Follow and Engage
Stay connected with your vast network of over 168,000 Setter alumni, whether you're enjoying retirement, starting your dream job, publishing a book, or tying the knot.
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Be a Mentor, Get Connected, Give Back
Looking for new ways to engage with the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Community? Join Setter Connect, 17³Ô¹ÏÍø's hub for alumni networking and mentorship opportunities. Use Setter Connect to build lasting relationships, advance your career, and give back to the next generation of hardworking 17³Ô¹ÏÍø students. It just takes two minutes to get started!
Make a Difference
Help us continue to support hardworking students who will change the world.
Read Past 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Forward Newsletters
Check out past editions of the 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Forward alumni newsletter to stay up to date on all the latest news from 17³Ô¹ÏÍø.