The NJIT Young Alumni Association (YAA) is a vibrant community of recent graduates from the last decade, currently those from the classes of 2016 through 2026, representing over 18,000 alumni! Our dedicated volunteers plan exciting events and opportunities to help young alumni stay connected, build their networks, and have fun along the way. The YAA also partners with student organizations and connects with current NJIT students to strengthen the bridge between campus life and life after graduation. Once a Highlander, always a Highlander!
Are you a member of the Class of 2026? Welcome to the Highlander alumni family! We are here to support your journey on a lifetime of excellence and achievement. You are now a lifetime member of a network that surpasses 18,000+ alumni worldwide. Once a Highlander, always a Highlander!
Follow these simple steps to take advantage of your benefits:
1. Update your new information with the Alumni Office.
2. Follow NJIT Alumni on our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
3. Join us for an upcoming event!
4. Check out these additional alumni benefits.
Highlanders on The Greens Young Alumni Social
Kick off Homecoming Weekend by joining fellow Highlanders for the Highlanders on the Green Young Alumni Social! Stop by after work to unwind with a drink, enjoy light bites, and expand your network with fellow young alumni.
After the social, keep the fun going as we join the campus community for the Homecoming kickoff celebration, featuring a movie under the stars and a spectacular fireworks display right on NJIT's campus.
Come back to campus, celebrate where your NJIT Highlander journey began, and help us launch an unforgettable Homecoming Weekend!
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center (WEC), 3rd floor, Aiello Suite
Registration: Alumni - $10 | Family/Friends - $15 | Class of 2027 - $5
Young Alumni Music Bingo
Join the Young Alumni Association down in the Campus Center Game Room for a fun-filled evening of food, drinks, friendly competition, and networking with fellow young alumni.
Whether you're showing off your music knowledge, rolling a few strikes, or just catching up with fellow Highlanders, it's the perfect way to celebrate Homecoming!
Class of 2027- you're invited, too! Come get a sneak peek at the Young Alumni Association and see what staying connected to NJIT is all about.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Campus Center, Game Room
Registration: Alumni - $10 | Family/Friends - $15 | Class of 2027 - $5
Meet the Young Alumni Association Council
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Kiera Nissen ‘18H
President
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Danielle Grunwald ‘25H
Vice President
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Owen Busler '21H
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John Anthony Pizzi '17
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Lara Leyson ‘24
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Aditi Potnuru ‘23 |
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Samantha Montalbine '26
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Vinita Archarya '26
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Whether you're interested in joining the Young Alumni Association Council, have ideas to share for future events and programs, or just have questions, please contact Heather Chernoff, Associate Director of Next Generation Engagement, at heather.chernoff@njit.edu or 973-596-8516 |
