Alumni Societies
Connect, network and socialise with fellow alumni by joining an alumni society.
Meet likeminded alumni near you
Societies aren’t just for students. Whether you’re looking for professional contacts, sports or socialising, joining an alumni society is a great way to connect. As you share interests and build your networks, you'll also be keeping links with your University community alive.
Alumni societies can help you:
- make friends with alumni in your area
- get involved in sports or interests
- meet people who studied the same subject
- get advice from alumni who work in your sector
Alumni societies organise discussions, activities and events both digitally and locally. From on-campus events to online industry discussions, there are opportunities to stay connected no matter where you are based.
How do you connect with societies? Whether you need advice on your upcoming presentation, or want to discuss last night’s hottest new drama, connecting is simple. As the community grows, online can become offline with self-organised meet ups in locations that suit you.
The Association’s objectives are to keep medical graduates in touch with the affairs of the University, to enable graduates to keep in touch with one another, and to facilitate year reunions.
The Association was established in 1986, following the celebrations for the 150th Anniversary of the Medical School in 1984.
Activities
Due to Covid-19 the DNMGA committee have made the decision to postpone the 2021 AGM. This has been provisionally scheduled for 21 October 2022.
The Association seeks to promote the welfare of the University, its students in general, and medical students in particular.
To this end the Association provides annual support for student electives.
Newsletter
You can view the latest newsletter here: DNMGA Spring 2021 Newsletter
Become a member
Full membership of the Association is open to those who have graduated MB BS from the Universities of Newcastle or Durham, and to those who have been awarded a relevant higher degree by either of these Universities.
Associate membership is available to past and present members of the teaching staff of the Medical School, to members of the University's administrative staff working there and to spouses and partners of full members.
For further information please contact advancement@ncl.ac.uk.
Connect with fellow Newcastle University alumni interested in Law via the digital society on NCLspark.
At a click of a button you can share knowledge, discuss hot topics and reconnect with graduates across the globe on the exclusive platform.
You will need to join platform before joining the society. Once you have logged in, click societies and search ‘Law Alumni Society’ to join for free.
Enjoy keeping active? Join Newcastle University Alumni, Students and Friends where you can participate in monthly events and give kudos to the community. Join by visiting Strava.
Were you part of the Athletics and Cross Country Club while studying at Newcastle University? If yes, you are invited to join the digital society on NCLspark!
From sharing training tips, to reconnecting with past and current members the digital society exists to support current club members as well as some well-deserved reminiscing.
Information on the annual Past v Present event will be published on the digital society, with the ability to connect with members pre-event and engage in healthy competition.
You will need to join platform before joining the society. Once you have logged in, click societies and search ‘Newcastle University Athletics and Cross Country’ to join for free.
Also known as the Blue Star Club, this is the official alumni boat club of Newcastle University.
The Club is governed and managed by a Committee of existing students and alumni.
Read more about their activities on the Newcastle University Boat Club's website.
An alumni society based in Hong Kong that connects, empowers and inspires alumni, supporters and prospective students in the region with a series of high-quality networking activities.
The Newcastle University Hong Kong Alumni Society aims to:
- Engage with the alumni network in Hong Kong to promote a sense of belonging, including but not limited to networking and recreational events, and providing mutual support;
- Facilitate placements, internships and other collaborations with Hong Kong employers and other organisations for the benefit of University students;
- Promote Newcastle University to prospective students;
- Encourage individuals, companies and charitable entities to collaborate or provide support for education, teaching, research and scholarships at the University; and
- Raise funds to further the Society’s objectives, including but not limited to making funding available for research or to students whether by way of scholarships or otherwise.
The Society hosts regular activities, open to all alumni based or visiting Hong Kong. If you would like to find further information please contact Rebecca Stobbs, Alumni Officer (Societies and International)
Advisory Board Members
Dr Lawrence Li JP (Chair), MBBS 1977
Alumnus Dr Lawrence Li is a longstanding supporter of Newcastle University’s activities in Hong Kong. A practicing doctor, Dr Li is also Deputy Chair of Council of Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and has contributed significantly to Hong Kong through his membership of the Hong Kong Housing Society, the Town Planning Board and the Finance Management Committee and Advisory Committee of the University of Hong Kong – Shenzhen Hospital.
Mr Paul Christopher, LLB 1994
Ms Sophie Forrest, LLB 2006
Mr John Hodgson, LLB 1980
Mr Ambrose Lam, BA Hons Economics and Accounting 1977
Professor Sebastian Law, BA Hons Architectural Studies 1984
Mr Peter Leung, Ba Hons Accounting and Financial Analysis 1985
Mr Richard Tao, BSc Naval Architecture and Shipbuilding 1982
Mr Charles Tsai
Membership of NURSA is open to all Newcastle University retired staff.
NURSA is a partner with VOICE and NU Advancement/Alumni Office and enables members to:
- maintain contact with each other and with the University;
- participate in social, educational, and recreational activities organized through NURSA;
- use their intellectual capital, experience, and networks to support VOICE, the University, and the wider community.
To join NURSA, NU retired staff must first register with VOICE, then obtain a one-use validation password by contacting Rebecca Stobbs, Alumni Officer (Societies and International Alumni), at rebecca.stobbs@newcastle.ac.uk.
We also have a joint NURSA-VOICE Group in development, open to all VOICE members, which will explore major themes, beginning with ‘Universities and the Common Good’.
Activities and benefits to members of NURSA include the following:
- Regular updates on University activities via this website; a regular Bulletin ‘ReConnect’; information from NU Advancement; and a Vice-Chancellor’s Reception combined with the Annual Business Meeting.
- Social, educational, and recreational events organized by the NURSA Steering Group, and also a ‘slate’ allowing members to self-organize smaller group activities.
- Enabling retired staff to engage with the University through voluntary activities, particularly research promoted by VOICE and other partners.
- Promoting access to University facilities such as the Centre for Physical Education (on the same terms as current staff), reading access to the University Library, and open teaching.
- Co-developing NURSA, its Vision, and links with partners.
NURFC Vice President’s Association is an association of past rugby players from Newcastle University.
Activities
As a member, you receive an annual newsletter, details of social events and team updates.
The Vice President’s Association supports rugby at the University through contributing to kit, travel and specialist coaching.
Become a member
Membership is available either as an annual subscription or one-off Life Membership payment.
Members also have access to selected tickets for England International fixtures.
New members receive a free copy of Pride in the Lion: The History of Newcastle University Rugby Football Club, written by former President, the late Stewart Evans.
Contact the club's secretary Joyce Fenn to join or make an enquiry.
Newcastle University China Alumni Association (NUCAA) was founded in 2015 and is a national non-profit social organization voluntarily organized by a group of Newcastle University alumni. NUCAA is a national alumni association initiated by Tracey Peiyan Wu, former President of the Chinese Students Scholars Association (known as CSSA) of Newcastle University. Today, there are a large number of alumni in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Wuhan, Fujian, Anhui, Chengdu&Chongqing, Tianjin, Shanxi and other 15 prefecture-level cities.
The Newcastle University China Alumni Association is committed to supporting the alumni community through career development, alumni fellowships, business communications, social interest and events and NGO aspects of services. NUCAA aims to strengthen connections between the UK and China as well as fostering relationships between alumni across the globe and back to the University. This allows NUCAA to have developed a supportive community that can share resources and information helping each other to develop and grow on a solid basis of trust.
How to find us
Main Contact: Tracey Peiyan Wu(Chair), wechat:15919949062
For further information please email p.y.wu@hotmail.com
- Beijing Region: Haoyu Zhang (wechat: haoyu1005ncl)
- Shanghai Region: Belin (wechat:18321966383)
- Shenzhen Region: Tracey Peiyan Wu (wechat:15919949062)
- Guangzhou Regiion: Lisa (wechat:15913158059)
- Nanjing Region: Jason (wechat:17721556665)
- Hangzhou Region: Shinery (wechat:18758306347)
- Fujian Region: Key (wechat:Key_QHLin)
- Chengdu and Chongqing Region: Ma (wechat:13910423784)
*If you are looking for other regions, please email or wechat us.
Alumni Online Platform
- Wechat Official Account:iNewcastle
- Weibo Official Account or search in Chinese“英国纽卡斯尔大学校友会”
Alumni activities and relevant information are available to check out via this official account. You can find your old friends, experienced alumnus and alumna, alumni who living in the same region of yours.
How to join NUCAA
Full membership of the Association is free to open to those who have graduated from the Newcastle University, living or currently working in China.
Executive Team
We are happy to have volunteers each year to join our team. If you want to do more for the Association, please contact p.y.wu@hotmail.com or phone +86 15919949062
Commonly referred to as the Senior Agricultural Society, membership of this society is open to all graduates with an interest in agriculture, food or the rural environment.
More information is available on the Scool of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development website.
This society was created to benefit every and all shipping alumni of Newcastle University, interested or working in shipping and other related sectors.
The society's aims are to:
- Offer networking opportunities between people of the same interests, encouraging present and future collegiality and co-operation
- Provide information on the shipping industry and other related sectors
- Organise talks and career events with professionals from the shipping industry
- Promote available opportunities related to the maritime sector
Join the Past and Present Triathlon Club on NCLspark where you can share training tips, reminisce and support current club members.
Be part of discussions, share upcoming event information and connect with those across the globe via the digital society. With the ability to connect at a click of button, you can organise local meet ups as well as offering advice to current members and share your memories of being part of the club.
You will need to join platform before joining the society. Once you have logged in, click societies and search ‘Triathlon’ to join for free.
This is an active group which provides opportunities for Newcastle University alumni living in the north of England. It offers socialising and networking through informal and informative lectures and events.
The Society is a constituted organisation managed by a small Graduates Society Committee. It has a year-round programme of events, including supper lectures at the University, afternoon teas and talks and visits to local places of interest.
Become a member
Membership of the Society is open to all alumni of Newcastle University and Kings College Durham. Associate membership is available to partners of members and others with connections to the University. See the NUGS Constitution for more information. A small annual membership fee is charged. Please contact advancement@ncl.ac.ukor phone +44 191 208 7250 if you are interested in becoming a member.
The US Friends are an established 501c3 based in North America which offer the opportunity for alumni to support Newcastle University tax effectively.
With a dedicated Board of alumni based in the US, the Friends are happy to connect with alumni to share how their role makes a difference to students, research and the University and how donors can make a difference.
For more information please email advancement@ncl.ac.uk.
For more information on branches which are specific to Newcastle University Business School please click here.
Start your own alumni society
Can’t find a society that fills the bill? Get in touch today to find out how we can support you to set up your ideal society.
To get started, you’ll need one person who’s happy to take on a leadership role.
Download our Initial Society Guide.
Guidance for running your society
If you’re running an alumni society and you need inspiration or advice, check out our short Society Management guide. As well as giving general recommendations, it answers Frequently Asked Questions on the following:
- Pre-event checklists
- Events and activities
- Society constitution
Download our Newcastle University Alumni Societies Guide.