ABOUT US

Our Story

• The UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association – Bay Area is rooted in a long tradition of alumni engagement, advocacy, and service at the University of California, Berkeley.

• The Chicanx Latinx alumni community at UC Berkeley formally organized in 1984, originally under the name U.C.B. Raza Alumni Club. The organization was founded by Chicanx Latinx alumni seeking to maintain strong connections to their alma mater while creating space for networking, organizing, mentorship, and stewardship among alumni and students.

• This alumni movement grew alongside—and was deeply influenced by—historic campus efforts including the Third World Liberation Front Strike, the Civil Rights movement, anti-Apartheid activism, and ongoing advocacy around undocumented and immigration rights. These movements shaped a lasting commitment to access, equity, and student success at UC Berkeley.

Legacy of Impact

Over time, Chicanx Latinx alumni organizing at UC Berkeley has supported:

• alumni professional development

• student recruitment and retention

• mentorship across generations

• philanthropic investment in students

Collectively, alumni efforts have contributed more than $200,000 in scholarships to UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx students and have supported programs such as:

• Yield and New Student Welcome events

• Sharing Wisdom Across Generations (SWAG)

• Alumni Networking Events

The Bay Area chapter continues to carry forward this legacy of service and student support.

Our Mission

The UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association – Bay Area engages alumni in meaningful connection with one another and with UC Berkeley communities in order to elevate traditions of academic excellence, professional achievement, service, and cultural pride.

Our Values

Belonging, Equity, and Justice

• We champion efforts that advance Chicanx Latinx representation, inclusion, and equity in higher education.

Uplifting and Celebrating Community

• We honor Chicanx Latinx cultures, Cal pride, and the academic and professional accomplishments of our alumni.

Commitment to Service and Philanthropy

• We invest in one another as leaders who serve the needs of students, alumni, and our broader communities.

Our Relationship with UC Berkeley

• The UC Berkeley Chicanx Latinx Alumni Association – Bay Area is a chartered alumni chapter of the Cal Alumni Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and maintains an ongoing relationship with University of California, Berkeley.

• The chapter operates with local leadership and governance while remaining aligned with the university and Cal Alumni Association in support of alumni engagement and student success.

Leadership and Engagement

• The chapter is led by alumni volunteers and welcomes participation from graduates across generations. Alumni are encouraged to engage through events, mentorship, service opportunities, and leadership roles that shape the future of the chapter.

For more information, please visit our Get Involved page or contact us at info@ucbclaa.com.