Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Colgate. There are so many ways that alumni can get involved and make a difference at the University and beyond — such as leading regional clubs; hosting events; planning reunions; serving on fundraising committees for your class or former athletic team; offering career advising, internships, or mentoring; and promoting Colgate to prospective students.

The Colgate community is profoundly grateful for the alumni who offer their time to help students, connect alumni, and advance the mission of this great institution. 

Interested in volunteering? Check out volunteer opportunities linked below and reach out to the appropriate contact (listed within each page). 

Not sure where to begin? Email us at alumni@colgate.edu.

Staying Active in the Colgate Community

A prospective student speaks with an Admissions Intern at the Hurwitz Admission Center in James B. Colgate Hall.
The Alumni Admission Program

Help us to attract the best and brightest students by sharing your experiences with prospective students.

Alumni gather at an event.
Regional Clubs

Plan events for your local alumni club. No club in your region? We’ll help you start one.

Alumni celebrate during the Colgate Presidents' Club Dinner .
Fundraising

Class and athletic fundraising volunteers concentrate on personal solicitation of classmates or teammates in an effort to raise essential funds for the University.

Colgate Alumna and Director Special Projects & Production at the Food Network, Crissy Shropshire talks with Colgate Sophomore, Carlie Lindower who participated in the day in the life program.
Student Career Development

Mentor students, recruit at Colgate, establish internships, or participate in job shadowing.

Colgate Professional Networks Panelists
Colgate Professional Networks

Help plan events and facilitate connections between members of the Colgate community in your industry.

TIA workshop led by Colgate Innovation Fellows
Thought Into Action

Share your expertise to support our teams as a TIA mentor or advisor.

Reunion Fireworks on Whitnall Field
Reunion Committees

Welcome your classmates back to the hill by helping to plan the details of your class reunion.