Save the date for Alumni Weekend 2027, a signature gathering that brings together classmates, faculty, and friends from around the world to celebrate the enduring spirit of Columbia Journalism School.
Join us for an unforgettable weekend filled with meaningful conversations, inspiring programming, and beloved traditions—from signature lectures to the Alumni Awards celebration. Reconnect with your classmates, revisit your favorite J-School memories, and strengthen the professional and personal bonds that continue to shape your journey.
Alumni Weekend 2027 will proudly celebrate milestone reunions for the classes of 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002, 2007, 2012, 2017, and 2022. We look forward to honoring these special anniversaries while welcoming all alumni back to campus for a shared celebration of journalism, community, and impact.
More details, including registration information and the full program, will be shared in the coming months.
Class Agents Wanted!
Are you a natural leader with a passion for your alma mater? We're looking for volunteer class agents to help reconnect classmates, spread the word, and build excitement for the celebration. If you're interested in taking on this rewarding role for your reunion year, contact the alumni office.
Alumni Awards
These prestigious awards are presented annually during Alumni Weekend, honoring the exceptional achievements of Columbia Journalism School alumni across journalism and related fields.
We invite nominations in two award categories:
The Alumni Award
This award recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of alumni at any stage of their career, spanning graduation years 1950–2016.
The First Decade Award
Established to honor early-career excellence, this award celebrates alumni who have made significant contributions to the profession within the first ten years following graduation, covering the classes of 2017–2026.
We welcome nominations of individuals who exemplify excellence, impact, and leadership in journalism and adjacent fields. Self-nominations are also permitted.
Nominations for the 2027 Alumni Awards are currently open.
Nomination Deadline: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 11:59 PM ET.
View a list of past Alumni Award honorees here.
2026 Alumni Award Winners
Chief Commentator, SME
Retired Editorial Writer and Columnist, San Jose Mercury News
Retired Editor, The Albany Times Union
Middle East Correspondent, The New York Times
Making a Gift
Making a Gift
Reunion is a special time for graduates to support Columbia Journalism School together as a class. If you are in a position to make a Reunion gift, we hope you will do so in a way that is personally meaningful to you. Participation, in any form, makes all the difference to students, faculty, and the greater Columbia Journalism School community.
Make your gift or pledge here.
All gifts received by June 30, 2027, will be counted in full toward your Class Gift. If you have any questions or are interested in making a planned gift, you can find more information here.