Upcoming Events in the USA

Birmingham in LA

Date: Monday 28 September 2026
Time: 18:00 (PST)

Head of Philanthropy (North America) Jonathan Ward is delighted to be travelling to Los Angeles for the first time! Jonathan looks forward to meeting the University of Birmingham’s alumni community in Los Angeles at an informal drinks reception. Details will be released shortly.

The event will be held at a convenient and central location. You are very welcome to bring guests, so please spread the word among fellow Birmingham graduates!

Birmingham in San Francisco

Date: Wednesday 30 September 2026
Time: 18:00 (PST)

Jonathan Ward is looking forward to meeting the University of Birmingham's alumni community at a comfortable alumni gathering in San Francisco as part of his ongoing West Coast visit. Join us at a central location for a casual evening of drinks and chat; the place will be announced soon. Please feel free to invite guests to join you.

Austin Alumni Gathering

Date: Thursday 8 October 2026
Location: The Victorian at The Driskill Hotel Bar - 604 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
Time: 18:00 - 19:30 (CT)

Join us in Austin for an evening of drinks, conversation and Birmingham connections at The Victorian.

Adele Diviney, International Philanthropy Manager (North America), will be joined by Birmingham alumnus and Austin volunteer lead Simon Baker (BA Hispanic Studies, 1987; MBA, 1996) for an informal opportunity to meet fellow graduates, reminisce about your time at UoB and hear what’s happening at the University today.

Your first drink is on us, and Birmingham graduates are very welcome to share this invitation with fellow alumni.

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