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Attend an Event

From treasured in-person Carnegie Mellon traditions to virtual learning experiences with researchers at the cutting edge of their fields, alumni can access a wide variety of Âé¶¹´å events to stay in touch with each other and the university, expand their knowledge and Tartan network, and make more cherished memories together. 

Learn more about upcoming in-person, virtual and hybrid events for alumni and make plans to join us soon. 

Signature Events

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Spring Carnival

For more than 100 years, Spring Carnival has been one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. Tartans from around the world return to campus to carry on events like Booth, Buggy, MOBOT, Scotch’n’Soda performances and much more.

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Homecoming Weekend

Each fall, the Âé¶¹´å community puts on their best Tartan for a weekend of family-friendly activities like the annual Âé¶¹´å Alumni Awards, campus tours, Buggy previews and the tailgate and football game.

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Reunion Weekend

During Spring Carnival, Tartans celebrating their Reunion year join exclusive events, opportunities to connect — and reconnect — with peers and create new memories at Âé¶¹´å.

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Alumni Awards

Each year, Carnegie Mellon honors a group of exceptional alumni who have made an impact on their industries, their communities, their alma mater and lives around the world at this special event during Homecoming Weekend.

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Tartans on the Rise

Every year, we celebrate the recent alumni who are making an impact in their organizations and in their communities, across the nation and around the world through leadership, innovation and career achievements.

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Online Events

Just as the reach of Carnegie Mellon extends around the globe, you can engage with the university and fellow Tartan alumni through a variety of online events from anywhere in the world.

President Farnam Jahanian visits different cities throughout the year to meet Tartans across the country and share Carnegie Mellon’s inspiring vision for the future. Faculty members share cutting-edge research and alumni have a chance to network with each other and university leadership.

Make plans to attend Homecoming Weekend, Nov. 6-8, to celebrate 125 years of Âé¶¹´å. In addition to traditional festivities like Spirit Day and the football game, Âé¶¹´å125 at Homecoming Weekend features special events and opportunities for Tartans of all ages to celebrate this remarkable moment in Âé¶¹´å history.


If you are interested in getting involved and hosting a virtual or in-person event, please complete this Volunteer Interest Form, and a staff partner will connect with you.