UCSB Alumni

Did you know? 🍃🌳 The eucalyptus trees around UCSB have a fascinating lore! Not only did they once serve as property boundaries, but farmers added more rows of these drought-tolerant trees as windbreaks. Next time you're on campus make sure to check them out as they’re a living link to UCSB’s history.

Thank you to all who joined us for our Welcome to the City: Bay Area event. It was amazing reconnecting, sharing stories, and networking with all our alumni. ✨

Gauchos, it's time to make a difference! 🌍 Remember to join us for the Day of Service, our annual event where UCSB alumni come together to give back to their communities. Whether you’re cleaning up a beach, volunteering at an animal shelter, helping out at a school or library, or lending a hand to a neighbor in need, every act of service counts. Let’s show how ! 🌟 Check out the link in our bio to get involved.

Thank you for joining us at our Welcome to the City events in SoCal. You made this experience truly special with your presence! We had an absolute blast in San Diego and Los Angeles. Stay tuned—our next stop is the Bay Area, and you won’t want to miss it!

Flashback to the best of times—friends, fun, and endless possibilities.

Don’t miss the HireUC Alumni Career Fair!

The HireUC Alumni Career Fair, in partnership with Hire Talent, is a hiring event organized for University of California (UC) alumni who are looking for early-and mid-level career opportunities. It offers a special chance for alumni to connect with employers from diverse fields and industries. UC alumni jobseekers can attend the fair for free, register in advance to secure participation. Alumni from all ten UC campuses are welcome to attend. For those interested in attending the keynote workshop, plan to join us by 11am.

Register with link in bio!

Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Riverside Convention Center, 3637 5th St, Riverside, CA 92501

Alumni Spotlight: Ari Phillips ‘06

We are so excited to announce our full spotlight on Ari Phillips is now available!

"Writing Fiction in the Age of Climate Change"

Ari Phillips ‘06 began his academic journey at UC Santa Barbara with a plan to study physics, but soon discovered his true passion lay elsewhere. Today, he channels his passion for writing and environmental issues as an environmentally-focused editor and novelist.

Access our full spotlight using the link in our bio!

Join Olé Bay Area, UC Santa Barbara’s regional alumni committee, for an evening of networking and celebration at Barebottle Brewing Co.! Meet recent graduates and reconnect with fellow Gauchos in the Bay Area while enjoying complimentary light bites. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your local Gaucho network. Register now via the link in our bio!

Thursday, Aug 22, 2024 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (PST)
Visit the link in our bio for more information!

Save the Date! 🌟 Our annual Day of Service is just around the corner—happening on Saturday, September 14! Mark your calendars now and get ready to make a difference. 🎉Stay tuned for details on how you can jump in and be a part of this impactful event. Registration starts on August 7. 🌍🤝

Sun, sand, and smiles – wishing you a happy Wednesday! 🌊☀️

Join Olé San Diego, UC Santa Barbara’s regional alumni committee, at Woodstock’s Pacific Beach to welcome recent graduates and connect with alumni in San Diego. Get to know your local gaucho network while enjoying pizza on us! 💙💛

Register today with link in bio!

It’s World Emoji Day! 😍🌊 Drop an emoji in the comments that you think perfectly captures the UCSB spirit.

Discover the stories and achievements of our Gaucho alumni! 🌟 Dive into the UCSB Magazine’s alumni section for profiles, news bites, and insights that celebrate our amazing community. Link in bio!

Join Olé San Diego, UC Santa Barbara’s regional alumni committee, for a professional networking mixer! Meet Gauchos, make connections, and build community. Light refreshments provided. Business casual attire. Sponsored by Think Office Interiors.

Thursday, July 25, 2024 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Think Office Interiors
675 G Street
San Diego, CA 92101

Join us for an exclusive webinar with Bridget Kyeremateng ‘13, a renowned global storyteller, marketing strategist, and cultural enthusiast who has dedicated her career to amplifying under-served voices and challenging the status quo. Bridget will discuss the art of public speaking and how to develop a practice to prepare for polished presentations.

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (PST)

We were honored to host the UC Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association as they honored distinguished Gaucho, Congressmember Tony Cárdenas ’86.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in San Diego for an inspiring event celebrating UC Santa Barbara’s new Bioengineering department. It was great connecting with fellow alumni and learning more about new research developments in the field of bioengineering. Special thanks to Neurocrine Biosciences for hosting us on their brand new campus!

UC Santa Babara’s Chican@/Latinx Alumni Network (UCSB LAN), UC Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association (UC CLAA) and UC Santa Barbara Alumni invite you to attend the UCCLAA quarterly summit and reception honoring US Congressman Tony Cárdenas ‘86 at the beautiful UC Santa Barbara campus. Don’t miss out on this special occasion to connect, celebrate, and network with fellow alumni and community leaders. See you there! Follow for more info!

Want to become a supplier for the University of California (UC)? Join our exclusive and FREE webinar hosted by UC Procurement Services and discover how! Register today and leverage UC’s vast buying power for positive change.

In this interactive session, you’ll learn:
✨Actionable tips to become a UC supplier
✨ How it can transform your business
✨ UC’s strategies for social,
economic, and environmental impact
✨ How to connect more with UC

Thursday, June 20th, 2024 at 12:00 PM (PST)

Register for the webinar with link in bio!

Affordable travel awaits! Book your stay at UC Santa Barbara's Summer Inn and immerse yourself in the nostalgia of your college days with our affordable room rates, island views, and beach access. Reserve your stay now! For more details, click this link: https://www.alumni.ucsb.edu/vacation/summer-inn

Join us in San Diego to welcome faculty and students from UC Santa Barbara’s new department of Bioengineering! Gather with fellow alumni and friends to exchange insights, explore emerging trends and connect with UC Santa Barbara. From cutting-edge research to groundbreaking applications, this event promises to showcase the transformative impact of bioengineering on our global society. 💙💛

We would like to express our gratitude to all of our generous alumni who helped support Student Study Nights at the Mosher Alumni House! ✏️📚

Alumni Spotlight: Aaron Howard '02

We are so excited to announce our full spotlight on Aaron Howard is now available!

"The Photographer Behind Isla Vista Seasons"

Aaron Howard is a local photographer responsible for creating Isla Vista Seasons, a coffee table book that captures the essence of our beloved coastal college town.

Access our full spotlight using the link in our bio!

Alumni Spotlight: Jessica Armstrong ‘02

We are so excited to announce our full spotlight on Jessica Armstrong is now available!

“From Art to Apparel: A Stylist’s Journey”

Jessica Armstrong ‘02 always had a passion for fashion, majoring in Art Studio and Art History during her time at UC Santa Barbara. After living in San Francisco and New York City post-grad, she jumped into the Los Angeles fashion industry and now works as a freelance stylist for brands and individuals.

Access our full spotlight using the link in our bio!

Join American Pacific Mortgage as they discuss the current market situation and go into detail about first-time homebuyer down payment assistance programs, credit building, and other helpful resources.

Topics Include:

-Understanding affordability & the advantages of purchasing a home
-Down Payment Assistance Programs
-Impact of Credit Scores on Qualifying
-Preapproval to Purchase a Home
-Finding the Right Home

Reserve your spot today!

Congratulations to Zoe Gonzales ‘26 for being the 2023/24 Jevon and Nancy B. Hadley Alumni Scholarship recipient. The Jevon and Nancy B. Hadley Alumni Scholarship Fund was established in honor and memory of Nancy (Walker) Hadley ’89 who passed away in 2023. Nancy and her husband Jevon’s time at UC Santa Barbara was the foundation of a shared life marked by creativity, art, family, friendship, and love. Gifts to this fund will support undergraduate students, with a preference to students majoring in Art or English.

Interested in donating? Visit the link in our bio.

Hey Gaucho fans, spots are still available for our upcoming Summer Kids Camps!

Boys & girls from 1st - 8th grade can sign up for our camp and improve their basketball skills with daily skills sessions and games coached by our very own UCSB players and coaching staff!

2024 Dates
Kids Camp 1: June 24-27 (Mon - Thur)
In ThunderDome
9:00am - 3:00pm
1st - 8th Grade

Kids Camp 2: July 29 - Aug 1 (Mon - Thur)
In ThunderDome
9:00am - 3:00pm
1st - 6th Grade

For more information & how to sign up, visit:
ucsbmensbasketballcamps.totalcamps.com

Go Gauchos!

College of Creative Studies (CCS) student painters were able to network with UCSB alumni, including Art graduates, at the 2024 UCSB Annual Alumni Awards. Check out their amazing work with the link in our bio!

Exciting news ahead! Be sure to join us for our upcoming Slam Dunk Job Search webinar because David Parker, M.S. ‘83 is giving away 5 signed copies of the Slam Dunk Job Search book to some lucky winners! Want to be one of them? Simply participate in the webinar for your chance to win. Hurry, register now using the link in our bio, and secure your spot!

Attention graduating seniors and future alumni: Enter to win an Alumni swag bag (tote, gaucho pouch, tee, Woodstocks gift card, and more) by following us and tagging a friend! The winner will be randomly selected and announced on our stories on 5/22 at 4 PM.