Young Alumni Association
Representing Graduates of the Last Decade
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 nearly 30,000 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 80,000+ 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.
Young Alumni Valentunes Night
Looking for something fun to do this Valentine’s Day? Grab your significant other or your best buddy and join the Young Alumni Association at the Highlander Pub for Valentunes Night! Reconnect with classmates, meet new friends, and enjoy a drink, light bites, and great music as we play music bingo hosted by Top Shelf Trivia.
We're also excited to offer a discounted price to all graduating seniors, so you can join the fun and learn what being an NJIT alumnus is all about!
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: NJIT Campus | Highlander Pub | 150 Bleeker St., Newark, NJ 07103
Registration: $15 - Young Alumni Ticket | $25 - Bingo Buddy Bundle (Bring your Valentine and get two tickets at a discounted price!) | $7 - Class of 2026 Ticket
Parking: Parking will be available at the Summit St. parking deck located at 154 Summit Street, Newark, NJ 07103.
Register here!
Meet the Young Alumni Association Board
 | Owen Busler '21H President |
 | Trevor Summerfeld '16H |
 | Aditi Potnuru ‘23 |
 | Pranav Subramanian ’18 |
 | Kiera Nissen ‘18H |
 | Danielle Grunwald ‘25 |
 | Lara Leyson ‘24 |
 | Whether you're interested in joining the Young Alumni Association Board, 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 |