Reconnect. Remember. Celebrate.
April 17-18, 2026
Join classmates, faculty, and friends for an unforgettable Alumni Weekend that honors the achievements and spirit of our remarkable community. From signature gatherings like the Hearst Lecture to the inspiring Alumni Awards Luncheon, the weekend is filled with moments that spark nostalgia, learning, and joy. Come swap stories, revisit your favorite J-School memories, and rediscover the connections that shaped your journey.
Here is the official Alumni Weekend program.
This year, we’re thrilled to honor milestone reunions for the classes of 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021. While these classes enjoy special celebrations, every alum is warmly invited to join in the festivities. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
Class Agents Wanted!
Are you a natural leader with a passion for your alma mater? We're looking for Class Agents to help organize and energize your reunion class! If you're interested in taking on this rewarding role, please contact Luke Maxwell.
These prestigious awards are presented annually during Alumni Weekend, celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of Columbia Journalism School alumni in journalism and related fields.
We have two distinct award categories for which you can submit nominations:
- The Alumni Award: This award recognizes the outstanding achievements of alumni at any stage of their career, spanning the graduation years of 1950-2015.
- The First Decade Award: Established in honor of J-Ten Alumni, this award celebrates those who have made significant contributions to the profession within the first ten years of their graduation from the Journalism School, covering the graduation years of 2016-2025.
We invite you to nominate individuals who exemplify excellence in journalism and its adjacent fields. Self-nominations are permitted! Nominations are now closed for the 2026 Alumni Awards.
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, 2024, 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.