Alumni Events
We are thrilled to connect with our alumni community through a series of exciting events designed for Opto-Bears like you! Whether you’re looking to expand your horizons, network with fellow graduates, reminisce about old times, or engage in continuing education, we have something for everyone.
Past Events
Check out highlights from our recent alum events and relive the memorable moments shared among our alumni community.AAO Alumni and Friends Reception
When: Friday, October 10, 2025Where: Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Time: 7-9pm
Berkeley took on Boston! We enjoyed seeing our alumni and friends at the 2025 American Academy of Optometry meeting. Guests joined us for a reception celebrating with classmates, faculty, and friends.
Young OD Reception
When: Thursday, October 9, 2025Where: TBD
Time: TBD
Young ODs came together for a Happy Hour style reception in Boston during Academy 2025.
Alumni and Friends Reception @ Vision Expo West
When: Thursday, September 18, 2025Where: Top Golf Vegas
Time: TBD
Fore! We gathered for an evening at the driving range during Vision Expo West. Whether novice or seasoned golfers, attendees enjoyed a moment to reconnect with the Berkeley community during the Vision Expo West weekend.
AOA Alumni and Friends Reception
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025Where: Hilton Minneapolis Grand Ballroom E
Time: 7–9PM
We reconnected with our alumni and friends at the 2025 American Optometric Association meeting in Minneapolis. Guests joined us for a reception celebrating with classmates, faculty, and friends.
Silver Bear Luncheon
When: Thursday, May 15, 2025Where: Women’s Faculty Club, UC Berkeley
Time: 12-2PM
We welcomed the class of 1975 into the Silver Bear Society as they celebrated their 50th year since graduation.
Big Give 2025
When: Thursday, March 13, 2025Total Giving: $712,083
Total Donors: 327
We’re happy to report that we won the Faculty and Staff Giving Challenge for the 11th year in a row! We unlocked all three of our challenge Match Donations – 100 donors total to unlock $100K from Dr. Michael Harris, 75 Annual Fund donors to unlock $25K from UCOSA, and 100% alumni board participation to unlock $5K from Dr. Kristine Eng.
Your gifts are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: to advance optometric education, clinical practice, and vision research for the benefit of a diverse and inclusive society. We deeply appreciate your support!
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