Impact Events
New York City
Happy Hour in Queens, NY
Tuesday, February 24
6pm-8pm EST
Join our first NYC event of 2026, and this time, we’re coming to Queens! This casual happy hour will be a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, make new connections, and hear from the TC Alumni Relations office. TC will provide one drink ticket per person, plus appetizers!
This happy hour will feature a TC Impact Day donation drive for Believe NY, hosted by Stuti Munjal (M.A. '24). We are collecting baby items and non-perishable food items.
Volunteer at Broadway Kitchen in Morningside Heights
Tuesday, March 3
12pm-3pm EST
Join TC alumni, students, and staff members in Morningside Heights to support our neighbors by volunteering at Broadway Community Kitchen.
As a volunteer, you’ll assist with preparing and distributing lunch, serving beverages, receiving deliveries, and supporting our kitchen team in crafting thoughtful, nourishing meals. No prior training is necessary—the Broadway Community team will guide you every step of the way.
Thank You Postcard Signing
Wednesday, March 4
1:30pm-4:30 pm EST
On-Campus – Everett Lounge
Students, Staff, Faculty and Alumni, join us for the opportunity to thank TC’s donors for making an impact! Come and sign thank you postcards to members of our community. Coffee and cookies will be served to those who participate.
TC NEXT: Clothing Drive for the Cowin Career Closet
To ensure all students have access to resources to excel in professional development and career enhancement, TC NEXT is accepting donations to TC's Career Closet.
New or gently used professional clothing (suits, blazers, button ups, skirts, slacks, ties, belts and dress shoes) may be donated on-campus. Please email tcnext@tc.columbia.edu to make arrangements for a clothing donation.
In Your Neighborhood
Los Angeles, CA -
Sunday, February 22
8:00am PST
Join hosts Michael Palmieri (Ed.D. '23) and Sylvia Roldán (M.A. '06) and TC alumni in Los Angeles to Project Angel Food prepares and delivers healthy meals to feed people impacted by serious illness, bringing comfort and hope every day.
Volunteers will perform any of the following: chopping vegetables, filling food trays, packaging food, or labeling food. Then we will go to lunch at Cafe Gratitude in the same neighborhood.
San Francisco, CA -
Saturday, February 28
10:00am PST
Join the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, the Civic Joy Fund, SF Public Works, RefuseRefuseSF, ShineOn and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Gambit Lounge (581 Hayes St) on Saturday, February 28th, to clean from 10am to 11am, then enjoy snacks and each other’s company. Then receive a voucher for freebies and discounts at local merchants. Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together!
Hosted by Julia Gelormino (M.A. ’12) and Johanna Brody (M.A. ’12)
Putnam County, NY -
Saturday, February 28
10:00am EST
Join host Kim McCrea (M.A. ’97) and TC alumni in Westchester and Putnam Counties to assemble care packages and write letters to deployed US troops. We will gather at United for Troops headquarters in Carmel, NY, and connect with one another while providing some comfort from home for the troops.
In addition, please bring a small bag of soil, and old American flag or individual toiletries to send.
Guangzhou, China -
Sunday, March 1
10:00am CST
Join host Jia Liu (M.A. '20) and TC alumni in Guangzhou to gather for TC Impact Day During our hike, we'll celebrate healthy lives and reconnect with TC alumni. Wear your hiking shoes, bring a friend, and build community!
During our hike, we'll celebrate healthy lives and reconnect with TC alumni. Wear your hiking shoes, bring a friend, and build community!
Long Island, NY -
Sunday, March 1
11:30am EST
Join Ellin Kim (PhD '25) and TC alumni on Long Island for a TC Impact Day book drive. This event will be a coffee meet up for TC alumni in the Plainview area and a book drop. Books will be donated to local organizations by our host after the event.
San Diego, CA -
Tuesday, March 3
6:00pm PST
Join TC alumni & friends in San Diego for a day of connection and community building in celebration of TC Impact Day on Tuesday, March 3 at 6:00 pm PST at New English Brewing. This will be the second recurring TC Alumni meet up in San Diego, hosted by Kim Masiello (M.A. ’10), and we will also be collecting donations for Labs and More, a dog rescue in San Diego.
Please bring dog toys for larger dogs or an unopened and unexpired bag of soft dog treats to donate, and plan to join for a chance to connect.
Online
Impact Spotlight
Nominate yourself, a colleague, or a member of the alumni community for the TC Impact Spotlight. Submit your nomination online by February 19.
Volunteer for TC
Join our growing community of alumni volunteers. Serve on an alumni committee, support our regional networks, or join our Alumni Association.
Connect with TC Changemakers
Join our new 12Twenty platform to connect with other alumni and students who share a commitment to the greater good. Reconnect with classmates, network with one another, and provide mentorship for current students.
Recruit TC Talent
Post a job on TC Next, TC’s career portal that supports students and alumni at all stages of their career journey.
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