Cornellians participate in more than 100 clubs and associations around the world with more than 1,000 Cornellians serving on the boards! The resources below include everything you need to know about managing a successful club or association. Updates to this page are frequent, so please check back regularly.

Check out the international club leader toolkit here.

Mission Statement

Cornell University invites all alumni, parents, and friends to participate in the worldwide university community!

Consistent with the core values of community, education, and service, the initiatives of each club will provide alumni, parents, and friends with meaningful opportunities to:

• Strengthen their knowledge of and ties to the university;
• Maintain and grow friendships with Cornellians;
• Continue the process of life-long learning; and
• Serve the university, other alumni, students, and the community at large.

Regional Peer Advisors

Starting in the 2015-2026 academic year, the Office of Alumni Affairs’ Regional Programs launched the Regional Peer Advisors initiative. Collaborating closely with the Regional Programs staff, these advisors communicate new strategies and program updates, offering expertise to enhance club and association relationships, thereby strengthening the alumni community. This aligns with Regional Programs’ mission to provide timely and thoughtful support to alumni volunteers. Committee members play a crucial role in cultivating a positive alumni experience for motivated, responsible, and engaged volunteers, serving as vital communication links between Cornell University and local volunteer leaders. Representing specific geographical regions, they identify regional needs, mentor leaders, act as Cornell ambassadors, and bring insights back to Alumni Affairs. Regional Peer Advisors support clubs with training and tools, fostering relationships to promote Cornell’s mission and goals, advocating for regional clubs, facilitating information flow, and ensuring alignment with Cornell’s priorities.

2024 Regional Programs Club Guide

As a Cornellian, you are part of a lifelong connection. We are here to facilitate this connection, providing you with a lifetime of opportunities to engage with the university and with other alumni, parents, and friends. No matter where you live, what stage of life you are in, or what your goals include, the Office of Alumni Affairs can guide you towards the events, groups, and networks that will benefit you professionally, intellectually, and socially, and help you give back to the university’s many communities.

By volunteering, you make a significant impact on current students and fellow alumni, fostering a strong network and lifelong connections. In your role as an alumni volunteer leader, you are tasked with fostering a strong network between Cornell alumni and their home community. This guide will help answer basic questions you may come across.

• View the latest Club Guide