Annual Alumni Gala

The 144th Annual Alumni Gala Fundraiser took place on Thursday, November 7th. This year we were thrilled to welcome keynote speaker Neil deGrasse Tyson, Ph.D. (Finley Award recipient) and honor the 2024 Townsend Harris Medalists.

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Finley Award

AwardeeAward YearAcceptance Speech
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Ph.D2024Watch
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Townsend Harris Medalists

NameAward YearProfessionAcceptance Speech
Almanzar, Victor 20122024Actor Watch
Calnek, Gary 19672024Civic Leader in Labor Management and Human Resources Watch
Harold, Dr. John Gordon 19772024Physician Watch
Naegele, Jolyon 19762024Journalist, Analyst, U.N. Political Affairs Officer Watch
Powell, Charles 19712024Lawyer Watch
Purchia, Gail Konstantin 19742024Wealth Advisor Watch
Stevens, Art 19572024Public Relations / Communications Expert Watch
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Gala Program Journal

144th Alumni Gala Journal

November 2024

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143rd Alumni Gala Journal

November 2023

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142nd Alumni Gala Journal

November 2022

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141st Alumni Gala Journal

November 2021

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140 Alumni Gala Journal

November 2020

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139th Alumni Gala Journal

November 2019

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Mark Your Calendars!

We are thrilled to announce that the 145th Annual Alumni Gala is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, November 13th, 2025. (*Date subject to change)

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and inspiration.