Alumni
It’s time for our #ForeverPurchase Summer Alumni Meet-Up!
Clear your calendars for Thursday, August 7, from 6pm - 8pm because we’re bringing that unmistakable #ForeverPurchase energy back to District Tap House on W38th Street in NYC.
And Class of 2025 grads—this is your official celebratory welcome to the Purchase alumni community!
Mix and mingle. Reconnect with classmates. Spark new friendships. Swap stories. Do some networking. This free event brings together Purchase grads from every class year for a few fun hours of conversation and celebration.
Please RSVP so we have you alumni name badge ready for you! We’ll have appetizers for everyone, a complimentary drink ticket for alumni, and a cash bar throughout the evening for guests and additional beverages.
Yes, guests are welcome—we just ask that you limit your RSVP to one additional friend per alumni participant.
Congratulations to the
Class of 2025
And welcome to the 771 new members of the Purchase College Alumni Association!
See the COMMENCEMENT photo gallery
Senior Celebrations 2025
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Commencement 2025
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Medha Chandwani presenting at the 43rd Annual James Utter Natural and Social Sciences Research Symposium
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Presenting seniors at the 6th Annual Humanities Symposium
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What Now?, the School of Art+Design Senior Showcase (Photo by Jay Edokpayi, @through_jay_lens)
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Lavender Graduation Celebration
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Black Graduation Celebration
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Latinx Graduation Celebration
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Seniors from the Conservatory of Theatre Arts
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Commencement 2025 at the Westchester Convention Center
Upcoming Events:
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Aug
7
#ForeverPurchase 2025 Summer Alumni Meet-Up
Time: 6:00pm—8:00pmAlumni, clear your calendars … we’re bringing that unmistakable #ForeverPurchase energy back to District Tap House on W38th Street in NYC. And Class of 2025 grads—this is your official celebratory welcome to the Purchase alumni community!
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Sep
13
Purchase College Alumni Association (PCAA) Annual Meeting (FY26 Meeting #1)
Time: 12:00pm—1:30pmAll members of the Purchase College Alumni Association (PCAA) are invited to attend the annual meeting for an update on Association activities and the election of new Board Members and new Board officers.
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Dec
13
Meeting of the PCAA Board of Directors (FY26 - Meeting #2)
Time: 12:00pm—1:30pmDecember 2025 meeting of the Purchase College Alumni Association Board of Directors
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Mar
7
Meeting of the PCAA Board of Directors (FY26 Meeting #3)
Time: 12:00pm—1:30pmMarch 2026 meeting of the Purchase College Alumni Association Board of Directors
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May
30
Meeting of the PCAA Board of Directors (FY26 Meeting #4)
Time: 12:00pm—1:30pmMay 2026 meeting of the Purchase College Alumni Association Board of Directors
News:
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Sustainability Team and Community Design Collaborate for Nature Preserve
Students on the Sustainability Team partnered with seniors enrolled in Community Design this spring to create original, eye-catching signs, maps, and stickers promoting the Purchase Nature Preserve.
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Suzi Gomez-Pizzo ’83 Retires After 18 Years at The Met
As the principal women wardrobe supervisor, Gomez-Pizzo earned a stellar reputation dressing and supporting the stars.
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May/June 2025 Alumni eUpdate
If you’re not already on the distribution list to directly receive your Alumni eNewsletter, the May / June 2025 edition is online now!
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Purchase Printmakers Shine at Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair
Student printmakers attended the inaugural Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair, held on March 28–30 at Powerhouse Arts, a growing NYC creative production center.
Quick Links
Whether you’re looking for career help from the Career Development Center, information on University and alumni events, or the opportunity to give back to your alma mater, we can help make it happen.
- Update your contact information to stay in touch about news and upcoming events
- Share your news for the Alumni in Action section of proof magazine, social media, and the alumni e-newsletter
- Learn more about and join a Purchase College Alumni Association (PCAA) Committee or Affinity Group
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Make a gift that will make a big impact for current and future students.
Looking Back on Alumni Weekend 2025
THANK YOU to the hundreds of alumni, families and friends who helped make Alumni Weekend 2025 SO MUCH FUN! Check out the event photo gallery and awesome memories from the photo booth at the Night of Reunions.
Questions
Email the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@purchase.edu