Alumni Affairs
Our alumni community represents generations of leaders, innovators, and changemakers making an impact around the world.
Lead the Legacy
Wilberforce alumni are the living embodiment of our mission.
Stay connected, give back, and help shape the next generation of Wilberforce leaders around the world.
Our Mission
The Wilberforce University Alumni Association exists to promote the welfare of Wilberforce University — through your time, talent, and generosity — so that our HBCU continues to deliver an exceptional liberal arts education to students from around the world.
- Strengthen the bond between Wilberforce University and its alumni community
- Develop programs that reflect the diverse needs and interests of our global alumni
- Honor and maintain meaningful connections with our Golden Classes
- Deepen engagement with young alumni and emerging leaders
- Increase alumni volunteerism, participation, and service
- Expand alumni giving across all areas of the University
- Foster collaborative relationships that advance the Wilberforce mission
Ways to Engage
Whether you give your time, talent, or treasure, there is a place for every Wilberforce alumnus to make a meaningful difference.
Join a Local Chapter
Connect with Wilberforce alumni in your city or region through events, meetups, and community service opportunities.
Give Back
Your financial support fuels scholarships, programs, and the enduring excellence of a Wilberforce education.
Volunteer & Mentor
Share your expertise, career insights, and life experience to guide the next generation of Wilberforce graduates.
Lead in Governance
Shape the direction of the WUAA by serving on the Executive Board or one of our active working committees.
Wilberforce University Alumni Association Leadership
The WUAA is governed by eight Executive Board members and 15 Board of Directors, supported by dedicated working committees throughout the year.
Executive Board
Board of Directors
National Alumni Endowed Scholarship
Thanks to the generosity of Wilberforce alumni, more than 50 scholarships are awarded each year to deserving students, celebrated at the annual University Honors Day Convocation in April. Contact the Office of Financial Aid to learn about eligibility and to apply.
DEADLINE
Feb 26
If you are a student, please contact the Office of Financial Aid to determine eligibility and complete an application.
Alumni Resources
Career Support
Job resources, networking, and alumni career connections
Request Transcripts
Official academic records through the Registrar’s Office
National Alumni Association
Connect with the WUAA and find a chapter near you.
Upcoming Events
Stay informed about reunions, convocations, and alumni gatherings
Find a Local Chapter
Discover alumni chapters in your region around the world
Give Online
Make a gift to support scholarships and university programs
Stay Connected
Moved? Married? Changed jobs? Keeping your information current ensures you never miss news, events, or opportunities from Wilberforce.
Update your alumni information at: wilberforce.edu/alumni/update
Upcoming Events
Be part of our vibrant campus community
- 09
- Sep
Opening Convocation
- 06
- Sep
2026 HBCU Women’s Leadership Summit
Wilberforce University students have an exciting opportunity to apply for a travel scholarship to attend the 2026 HBCU Women’s Leadership Summit, taking place November 13th–15th in Washington, D.C. Our goal […]
- 27
- Jul
Dawn Dance 2027
Dawn Dance isn’t just an event—it’s a tradition more than 60 years in the making. What began as an all-night celebration, stretching from Saturday evening into sunrise, quickly grew into a full week of festivities designed to bring alumni back home.
Give Back. Make an Impact.
Support the next generation of Wilberforce students through mentorship, donations, and community involvement.
- Donate to the university
- Scholarship support
- Become a mentor
- Volunteer opportunities
