Connect: affinity networks

The Black Alumni Network seeks to empower, connect, and celebrate the University of Rochester alumni. This group encourages communication and cooperation between alumni, students, friends, faculty, and staff, fosters a network for personal and professional connections, and provides alumni a sense of community and family.

Global Co-Chairs
Anika Simone Johnson ’18W (EdD)
Sean Allen ’11 (MS)
Emerson Fullwood P’03, P’14 (Trustee)

To get involved, please contact:
Nkiruka McGinnis, Senior Director of Affinity Networks and Programs

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The First-Generation Network is a supportive community for alumni, students, and families, offering mentorship, networking, and resources to help confidently navigate the University of Rochester experience. Open to all first-generation students—those who are the first or among the first in their families to pursue higher education—and their supporters, the network empowers academic and professional success.

Global Co-Chairs
Douglas Austin ’98, ’04S (MBA)
Alisa Jimenez ’14

To get involved, please contact:
Jeanette Perez-Colby, Associate Director of Affinity Networks and Programs

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The Latin Alumni Network is an inclusive community of volunteers providing students, faculty, and staff opportunities to engage, network, and mentor. The network collaborates with the University to develop community-driven programming grounded in the richness of the Latin/Hispanic culture.

Global Co-Chairs
Iveth Reynolds ’12S (MBA)
Jennifer Feliberty ’16S (MS)

To get involved, please contact:
Jeanette Perez-Colby, Associate Director of Affinity Networks and Programs

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The LGBTQ+ Network brings together alumni, students, friends, faculty, and staff to honor history, celebrate the present, and shape the future of LGBTQ+ excellence. Through events and conversations, the network strengthens connections, fosters engagement, and provides lasting support.

Global Co-Chairs
Cristin Monahan ’11

To get involved, please contact:
Nkiruka McGinnis, Senior Director of Affinity Networks and Programs

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The volunteer-led Women’s Network harnesses and celebrates the rich contributions of women around the globe who are part of the University of Rochester family. Through dynamic programming and engaging conversations, the Network will help members connect and support one another.

Global Co-Chairs
Judith Reinsdorf ’86 (Trustee)
Karla George ’21S (MBA)

To get involved, please contact:
Sarah Heisman Wallace, Associate Director of Affinity Networks and Programs

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