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2018 Events
(coming events are in green)
New York
Wed. Jul. 25
6:00 p.m.
3rd Biannual Black Ivy Alumni Gala
Join us as we gather for an evening with celebrity guests and Ivy alumni from all over the tri-state area

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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2015 Events
New York
Wed. Jul. 22
6:00 p.m.
2nd Bi-Annual Black Ivy Alumni Gala
Join us as we gather for an evening with celebrity guests and Ivy alumni from all over the tri-state area

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94), Ayme Sinclair (Virginia Tech '03, NYU '09)

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2014 Events

New York City
Sat. Dec. 06
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
6th Annual "Alvin Ailey: One Night Only in the Theater District!"
One for the money! Two for the show! Three for the reception, hope you're going to go!

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94), Jennifer Jackson (UPenn '08)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Oct. 13
4:00 p.m. PST
BIAL Los Angeles Volunteer Call
Help Us Plan 2015

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

details

 

New York
Thu. Oct. 09
6:30 p.m.
BIAL New York Volunteer Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss 2014 events!

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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New York
Sat. Sep. 13
9:00 a.m. - 10:30: p.m.
Jet Set Mindset in the Hamptons
A summer getaway to enjoy all that the Hamptons has to offer!

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)
Cynthia Walker (Pace University '86)
Michaela Warnsley
Naomi K. Hills (Penn State '02)
Drew Bass (UPenn '06)
Terrence Hamilton (SUNY Albany '07)
Eric Pogue (Columbia '09)
Tiffany Bryant (Columbia '08)
Tiffany McFarquhar (Penn State '03)


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New York
Tue. Jul. 08
6:30 p.m.
BIAL New York Volunteer Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss 2014 events!

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Los Angeles
Sun. Jun. 15
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
LA Summer Poolside Mixer
Celebrate Summer in Style

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Jun. 02
4:00 p.m. PST
BIAL Los Angeles Volunteer Call
There is still time to lend a hand!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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New York
Wed. May. 28
7:30 a.m.
New York Rising Ivy: The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Linklaters, LLP in New York for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections

Hosted by Priscilla Fasoro (Cornell Law School '12)

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New York
Wed. May. 28
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Mindfulness and Leadership Workshop
Are you curious about the current hot topic of mindfulness and how it relates to you, your health and your work?

Hosted by Latia Curry (Dartmouth '98)
Tanya Odom (Harvard School of Education '98)


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Wshngtn, D.C.
Sat. May. 17
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
DC Spring Bruncheon
Brunch with us on the Ardeo + Bardeo patio!

Hosted by Ayana Christie (Dartmouth '11)
Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)
Frederick Hawkins (Columbia '04, Cornell MPA '07)
Joel Payne (Brown '05)


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New York
Wed. Apr. 30
7:30 a.m.
New York Rising Ivy: The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Linklaters, LLP in New York for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections

Hosted by Priscilla Fasoro (Cornell Law School '12)

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New York
Thu. Apr. 24
7:00 p.m.
New York: An Artistic Affair 2014 - Art & Networking
Join us for the 2nd annual "artistic affair". Meet top upcoming artists and network with like-minded individuals in one of Manhattan's most exclusive venues!

Hosted by Claude Fidelin (Columbia GSB '12)

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Wshngtn, D.C.
Wed. Apr. 23
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Happiest of Hours Spring Edition
Discover a new hot spot each season with BIAL!

Hosted by Ayana Christie (Dartmouth '11)
Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)
Frederick Hawkins (Columbia '04 Cornell MPA '07)
Joel Payne (Brown '05)


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New York
Thu. Apr. 17
6:30 p.m.
BIAL New York Volunteer Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss 2014 events!

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Los Angeles
Sun. Apr. 13
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Sunday Brunch in LA
Wake up for Sunday brunch by the sea!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Apr. 07
4:00 p.m. PST
BIAL Los Angeles Volunteer Call
Join The Winning Team!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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New York
Sat. Apr. 05
7:45 p.m.
"Red Velvet": The First Black Othello
Come see this stunning performance from London with rave reviews on Ira Aldridge's fascinating true story!

Hosted by Sydney Butts (Yale '94, Yale Med '98)

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New York
Wed. Mar. 26
7:30 a.m.
New York Rising Ivy: The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Linklaters, LLP in New York to build strong professional connections with this intimate and savvy group.

Hosted by Priscilla Fasoro (Cornell Law School '12)

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Wshngtn, D.C.
Fri. Mar. 21
6:30 p.m.
Dinner with BIAL DC
Meet us at Smith Commons for networking over a meal.

Hosted by Ayana Christie (Dartmouth '11)
Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)
Frederick Hawkins (Columbia '04, Cornell MPA '07)
Joel Payne (Brown '05)


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Los Angeles
Thu. Feb. 20
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Rooftop Lounge Social in LA
Join us for the first event of 2014

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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New York
Wed. Feb. 19
6:30 p.m.
BIAL New York Volunteer Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss 2014 events!

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

details

 

Wshngtn, D.C.
Wed. Feb. 19
6:00 p.m.
Happiest of Hours Winter Edition
Discover a new hot spot each season with BIAL!

Hosted by Ayana Christie (Dartmouth '11)
Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)
Frederick Hawkins (Columbia '04, Cornell MPA '07)
Joel Payne (Brown '05)


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Wshngtn, D.C.
Thu. Feb. 13
7:00 p.m.
BIAL D.C. Gala Volunteer Call
The Chairperson of the upcoming 2nd Annual BIAL Gala to be held in D.C. is calling for volunteers to assist in the planning of the event.

Hosted by Dr. Lauren P. Davidson (Cornell University '95)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Feb. 10
4:00 p.m.
BIAL Los Angeles Volunteer Call
Calling All Volunteers!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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2013 Events
(coming events are in green)

New York City
Sat. Dec. 21
4:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Holidays and Help us Fund a College Education!
Join us us for a winter evening of connecting, sharing, and holiday fun!

Hosted by Ayme Sinclair (Virginia Tech '03, NYU '09)
Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)
Alisha James (Harvard '95)
Stan Robinson (Harvard '79, Princeton '81)
Joy Williams (Columbia GSB '01)
Andrea Henderson (Columbia GSB '05)
Anika Daniels-Osaze (Cornell '96)
Jade Dean (Cornell '08)
Chimene Liburd (Cornell '92)
Catherine Toppin (Princeton '02)
Ellis Rowe (Dartmouth '74)
Timothy Parker (Dartmouth '87)
Juanne Renee Harris (Dartmouth '85)
B.J. Merriewether (Harvard '09)


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Wshngtn, D.C.
Thu. Dec. 19
7:00 p.m.
BIAL D.C. Ugly Sweater Holiday Party
All interpretations of "Ugly Sweater" are welcome!

Hosted by Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07), Ayana Christie (Dartmouth '11), Frederick Hawkins (Columbia '04, Cornell MPA '07), Joel Payne (Brown '05)

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New York City
Sat. Dec. 14
6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League's 5th Annual "Alvin Ailey: One Night Only in the Theatre District!"
One for the money! Two for the show! Three for the reception, hope you're going to go!

Hosted by Jennifer Jackson (UPenn '08)
Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)
Kalyca Thomas (Columbia '11)
Stan Robinson (Harvard '79, Princeton '81)
Joy Williams (Columbia GSB '01)
Andrea Henderson (Columbia GSB '05)
Anika Daniels-Osaze (Cornell '96)
Jade Dean (Cornell '08)
Chimene Liburd (Cornell '92), Cornell CBAA
Catherine Toppin (Princeton '02)
Ellis Rowe (Dartmouth '74)
Timothy Parker (Dartmouth '87)
Juanne Renee Harris (Dartmouth '85)
B.J. Merriewether (Harvard '09)


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Los Angeles
Thu. Dec. 12
6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Holidays in LA
RSVP For Our Biggest Annual Event

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia GSJ '05)

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Washington, D.C.
Thu. Oct. 24
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
D.C. BIAL Happy Hour
Join The Washington D.C. Black Ivy Alumni League for the last happy hour of 2013!

Hosted by Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)

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New York
Sat. Oct. 19
7:00 p.m.
Meet + Eat with Afro-Brazilian Chef Borges of Amali Restaurant
Come meet one of New York's rising Black chefs, Nilton Borges, and enjoy his Mediterranean-inspired culinary creations during a 3-course dinner at Amali NYC.

Hosted by La Vonda Williams (Harvard '93)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Oct. 14
4:00 p.m.
BIAL LA Events Team Call
Here's your chance to impact BIAL in 2014!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia School of Journalism '05)

details

 

New York
Wed. Oct. 09
6:30 p.m.
BIAL NYC Events Team Conference Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events in 2013.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

details

 

Webinar
Thu. Sep. 19
3:30pm Pacific / 6:30 p.m. Eastern
MBA Application Tips: Writing Compelling Essays
Learn from the experts how best to succeed on your MBA application essays via concrete strategies, advice, examples and common mistakes.

Hosted by Kofi Kankam (Harvard '97, Harvard '98, Wharton '04)

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Wash D.C.
Wed. Sep. 18
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
BIAL DC Fall Networking Event
Ivy Leaguers and friends, come join us for the first networking event in DC!

Hosted by Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07), Joel Payne (Brown '05), Frederick Hawkins (Columbia '04, Cornell MPA '07), Ayana Christie (Dartmouth '11)

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New York
Wed. Sep. 18
7:30 p.m.
Meet + Eat: Beauty & Essex
Sign up for a glamorous evening laughing with new & old friends!

Hosted by Petronella Lugemwa (UVa '02 & Northwestern Kellogg '07)

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New York
Thu. Aug. 22
7:00 p.m.
4A and BIAL take a Trip to Bountiful on Broadway
Join us as we enjoy Tony Award winner, Cicely Tyson, Cuba Gooding, Jr., & Vanessa Williams. This performance features a Meet + Greet with the cast!

Hosted by Andrea Henderson (CBS '05), Joy Williams (CBS '01)

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New York
Sat. Jul. 27
12:00 p.m.
Meet + Eat: Kittichai SoHo Brunch + Cocktails!
Register now for summer brunch and cocktails in SoHo with BIAL

Hosted by Jennifer Jackson (UPenn '08)

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New York
Wed. Jul. 17
6:00 p.m.
First Annual Black Ivy Alumni Gala
Join us as we gather for an evening with celebrity guests and ivy alumni from all over the tri-state area

Hosted by Ayme Sinclair (Virginia Tech '03, NYU '09), Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

details

 

New York
Wed. Jul. 10
6:30 p.m.
BIAL NYC Events Team Conference Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events in 2013.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Jul. 08
4:00 p.m.
BIAL LA Events Team Call
Find out how YOU can get involved!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia School of Journalism '05)

details

 

Wshngtn, D.C.
Thu. Jun. 20
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
D.C. BIAL Networking Event
Join the Black Ivy Alumni League for the first networking event of the year.

Hosted by Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)

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being rescheduled

 

New York
Sun. Jun. 16
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Juneteenth & Father's Day Texas style BBQ in the park
Come celebrate with us as BIAL goes big on Father's Day with a Juneteenth Texas style BBQ and picnic in the park.

Hosted by Ayme Sinclair (Virginia Tech '03, NYU '09), Rachel Harris (Barnard '03, Columbia '06), Alisha James (Harvard '95, NYU Stern '01)

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Miami
Wed. Jun. 12
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday mARTini!
Take in the Miami view with good art, good drinks and of course good company!

Hosted by Dominique Aubry (UPenn '07)

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Los Angeles
Sun. Jun. 09
5:30 p.m.
Summer Beachside Mixer
Let The Ocean Breeze Relax You! Join Us For THE Summer Mixer

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia School of Journalism '05)

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New York
Tue. May 21
7:00 p.m.
A Singles Mixer For the Urban Professional
Join us for a night of New York's finest singles mixing and mingling.

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98)

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New York
Thu. May 02
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Executive Education Forum
Need an advanced degree to excel in your career? How do you leverage it? The pros, cons and next steps of investing in an M.D., MBA, PhD or JD.

Hosted by Eric Pogue (Columbia '09)

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Los Angeles
Tue. Apr. 30
7:00 p.m.
Network at the Ballpark
Join us at Dodger Stadium in the BIAL All Inclusive Suite

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia School of Journalism '05)

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Miami
Tue. Apr. 30
7:00 p.m.
BIAL Miami Planning Call
Join BIAL Miami for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events for 2013.

Hosted by Dominique Aubry (UPenn '07)

details

 

Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Apr. 18
5:30 p.m.
DC Black Ivy Alumni League Happy Hour
Join The Black Ivy Alumni League for the first DC Happy Hour of 2013!

Hosted by Rebecca Chastang (Brown '07)

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Boston
Thu. Apr. 18
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Inaugural Boston Event with the Harvard Black Alumni Society
Join the Harvard Black Alumni Society of Boston in welcoming The Black Ivy Alumni League to Boston

Hosted by BIAL Boston City Leaders & HBAS Boston City Leaders

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New York
Wed. Apr. 17
6:30 p.m.
NYC Team Conference Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events for 2013.

Hosted by Megan Hughes (Cornell '08) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

details

 

New York
Tue. Apr. 16
7:30 p.m.
Spring Evening's Meet + Eat: Cask
Join BIAL NY members for good food and drinks at the second Meet + Eat of 2013!

Hosted by Rachel Harris (Barnard '03 & Columbia GSAS '06)

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Los Angeles
Mon. Apr. 08
4:00 p.m.
LA Events Team Call
Make a difference in the LA region, volunteer!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

details

 

New York
Thu. Apr. 04
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
An artistic affair - Art Auction & Networking
Network in one of SOHO's most exclusive venues and meet some of the top art dealers and artist in the country

Hosted by Claude Fidelin (Columbia GSB '12)

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Los Angeles
Thu. Mar. 21
5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Happy Hour Mix and Mingle in Santa Monica
Meet us after work for a quick cocktail pick-me-up, good food and conversation

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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Miami
Tue. Mar. 05
7:00 p.m.
BIAL Miami Planning Call
Join BIAL Miami for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events for 2013.

Hosted by Dominique Aubry (UPenn '07)

details

 

New York
Wed. Feb. 06
7:00 p.m.
BIAL February Meet + Eat
Join us for an after-work dinner and connect with other New York City BIAL members!

Hosted by Shelley Chapman (Harvard '04)

details

 

New York
Tue. Feb. 05
7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
A Singles Mixer for The Mature Crowd
Mix & mingle with NYC's most eligible single professionals.

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98)

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Los Angeles
Sat. Feb. 02
8:30 a.m.
BIAL LA Breakfast Networking Event
Rise and Shine! It's time for our annual morning network party at Toast Bakery Cafe.

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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New York
Wed. Jan. 16
6:30 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League NYC Conference Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events for 2013.

Hosted by Megan Hughes (Cornell '08) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

details

 

Los Angeles
Mon. Jan. 14
4:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League LA Events Team Call
Make a difference in the LA region, volunteer!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

details

 



2012 Events
(coming events are in green)

Los Angeles
Thu. Dec. 20
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
LA Holiday Mixer
RSVP and we'll be on the lookout for you!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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New York
Mon. Dec. 17
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
BIAL AAREP NYC Holiday Party
Join BIAL and the African American Real Estate Professionals to celebrate the holidays at the beautiful Cellar Bar at the Bryant Park Hotel.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94), Dwayne Jeffrey, AAREP

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New York
Fri. Dec. 07
6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League's 4th Annual "Alvin Ailey: One Night Only in the Theatre District!"
One for the money! Two for the show! Three for the reception, hope you're going to go!

Hosted by Megan Huges (Cornell '08)
Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)
Joy Williams (Columbia GSB '01)
Andrea Henderson (Columbia GSB '05)
Anika Daniels-Osaze (Cornell '96)
Ellis Rowe (Dartmouth '74)
Kenneth J. Marable (Dartmouth '74)
Catherine Toppin (Princeton '02)


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New York
Mon. Dec. 03
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
BIAL Meet + Eat
Join us for an after-work dinner and connect with other New York City BIAL members!

Hosted by Shelley Chapman (Harvard '04)

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SOLD OUT

 

New York
Mon. Nov. 19
6:30 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League NYC Conference Call
Join BIAL NYC for a brief and exciting conference call to discuss upcoming events for 2012-2013.

Hosted by Megan Hughes (Cornell '08) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

details

 

New York
Tue. Nov. 06
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
BIAL Meet + Eat
Join us for an after-work dinner and connect with other New York City BIAL members!

Hosted by Shelley Chapman (Harvard '04)

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SOLD OUT

 

New York
Sun. Nov. 04
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Striking Relationships: Bowl for Your Dreams
If you want to make a difference in a teenager's life, please join us at our Youth Initiative Bowling Event to learn how you can become a catalyst for young dreams.

Hosted by Devaughn Fowlkes (Columbia '04)

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Mountain View
Event Postponed - New Date Coming Soon!
Mountain View Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Google in Mountain View for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jana Landon (Dartmouth '11), Bryan Alston (Dartmouth '11) & Google, Inc.

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New York
Thu. Oct. 11
7:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
NYC Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Google in NYC for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Lauren Schwartz (Columbia '09) & Google, Inc.

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Chicago
Wed. Oct. 10
7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Chicago Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL, CBAA and Google for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Dr. Joseph F. West (Harvard '99 & '04), Akiza S. Boddie-Willis (Cornell '96), Joanne Hill (Cornell '92) & Google, Inc.

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New York
Tue. Oct. 02
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
BIAL Meet + Eat
Join us for an after-work dinner and connect with other New York City BIAL members!

Hosted by Shelley Chapman (Harvard '04)

details
SOLD OUT

 

New York
Wed. Sep. 12
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

BUILD a Real Estate Networking Event
If you're in or aspiring to be in the commercial real estate industry, this event is for you!

Hosted by BIAL & African-American Real Estate Professionals of New York

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Chicago
Tue. Aug. 28
7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Google for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Dr. Joseph F. West (Harvard '99 & '04) & Google, Inc.

details

 

San Francisco
Wed. Aug. 08
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Google for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jana Landon (Dartmouth '11), Bryan Alston (Dartmouth '11) & Google, Inc.

details

 

San Francisco
Tue. Jul. 31
4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET
Black Ivy Alumni League San Francisco Conference Call
Join BIAL San Francisco for a brief and exciting conference call.

Hosted by Jana Landon (Dartmouth '11) & Bryan Alston (Dartmouth '11)

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Chicago
Thu. Jul. 26
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Chicago Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Google for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Dr. Joseph F. West (Harvard '99 & '04) & Google, Inc.

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New York
Thu. Jul. 12
7:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Rising Ivy The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join BIAL and Google for an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Lauren Schwartz (Columbia '09) & Google, Inc.

details

 

Chicago
Tue. Jul. 10
7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. CT
Black Ivy Alumni League Chicago Conference Call
Join BIAL Chicago for a brief and exciting conference call.

Hosted by Dr. Joseph F. West (Harvard '99 & '04)

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New York
Thu. Jun. 14
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Lauren Schwartz (Columbia '09) & Google, Inc.

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Webinar
Tue. Jun. 12
7:30 p.m.
MLT & BIAL Host: Planning Your Next Move
Register for the webinar led by professional career and business school coaches.

Hosted by MLT and BIAL

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Philadelphia
Fri. Jun. 08
5:00 p.m.
iConduct Festival - Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra
Join The Black Ivy Alumni League and the Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra for an evening of live orchestral music and a fun mini-conducting lesson!

Hosted by Franne McNeal (Princeton '82)

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West Hollywood
Thu. May. 24
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
May Networking Mixer
Don't miss this month's chance to connect with other members of the Black Ivy Alumni League in the West Hollywood area!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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Dallas
Wed. May. 23
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dallas Wine Tasting
Sample wines and exotic cheeses with fellow Ivy Alumni.

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98) & Raymond Ferrell (Yale '89)

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Philadelphia
Fri. May. 18
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The League's Spring Happy Hour
Spring is here! Please join us as we celebrate the growth of BIAL in the city of brotherly love and sisterly affection!

Hosted by Justin Coles (Brown '11)

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New York
Thu. May. 10
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Clem Turner (Princeton '90) and Homeier & Law P.C.

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New York
Mon. May. 07
6:45 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Charity Speed Dating & Singles Mixer
Come mix and mingle with NYC's most eligible singles.

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Apr. 26
5:00 p.m.
DC-BIAL Fourth Thursdays
Join BIAL and our special partners for an evening of fabulous networking!

Hosted by Patrina M. Clark (Cornell ILR '02)

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Chicago
Thu. Apr. 19
6:00 p.m.
BIAL Chicago Mixer
Join Chicago's BIAL chapter for a not-to-be-missed happy hour networking event. Enjoy sangria and Mediterranean tapas as you make new friends and connections.

Hosted by Joseph West (Harvard '99 & '04)

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Miami
Thu. Apr. 19
5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
BIAL Happy Hour in Miami
Come out and join the Black Ivy Alumni League for an evening of mixing and mingling with Miami's top black professionals!

Hosted by Dominique Aubry (U Penn '07)

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Wshngtn, DC
Tue. Apr. 17
6:45 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Speed Dating & Singles Mixer
Come mix and mingle with NYC's most eligible singles..

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98)

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New York
Thu. Apr. 12
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94) & Clem Turner, Homeier & Law P.C.

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Mar. 22
5:00 p.m.
DC-BIAL Fourth Thursdays
Join BIAL and our special partners for an evening of fabulous networking!

Hosted by Patrina M. Clark (Cornell ILR '02)

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Philadelphia
Sat. Mar. 10
8:00 p.m.
Black Mozart - Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra
Join The Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra led by Maestra Jeri Lynne Johnson as they perform music by "The Black Mozart," Afro-French composer Joseph Boulogne.

Hosted by Franne McNeal (Princeton '82)

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New York
Thu. Mar. 08
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09), Andrew Bryan Burnett (Wharton Business School '93) & YourWallStreetOffice

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Philadelphia
Thu. Mar. 01
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
March Madness Happy Hour
Join us for an after work mixer as we continue to build the Black Ivy Alumni League community in Philadelphia.

Hosted by Justin Coles (Brown '11)

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Miami
Thu. Mar. 01
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
BIAL Happy Hour in Miami
Join Miami's movers and shakers and The Black Ivy Alumni League for our first regional happy hour!

Hosted by Dominique Aubry (University of Pennsylvania '07)

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Los Angeles
Sat. Feb. 25
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast Network at the Toast Bakery Café
Make a mad morning dash to the Toast Bakery Café in Hollywood for your February Networking Mixer!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Feb. 23
5:00 p.m.
DC-BIAL Fourth Thursdays
Join BIAL and our special partners for an evening of fabulous networking!

Hosted by Patrina M. Clark (Cornell ILR '02)

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New York
Wed. Feb. 22
5:30 p.m.
Let's Go Bowling!
Bowling & Networking Party

Hosted by Shana Alexandria Gillis (Cornell University '99)

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New York
Thu. Feb. 09
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09), Andrew Bryan Burnett (Wharton Business School '93) & YourWallStreetOffice

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New York
Tue. Feb. 07
7:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Charity Speed Dating & Singles Mixer
Meet and interact with eligible NY African-American professionals and help charities... all in one evening!

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98)

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New York
Wed. Feb. 01
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Free Networking Coffee with IvyLife
Learn how IvyLife can help you expand the power of your professional network as we kick-off Black History Month!

Hosted by Monique Alves (Columbia '09)

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Dallas
Sat. Jan. 28
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dallas BIAL & X2theL.com Neo Soul Brunch
Join us for a yummy brunch, live music and tasty drink specials!

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98) & Raymond Ferrell (Yale '89)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Jan. 26
6:00 p.m.
DC-BIAL Fourth Thursdays
Join BIAL and our special partners for an evening of fabulous networking!

Hosted by Patrina M. Clark (Cornell '02)

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New York
Tue. Jan. 24
7:00 p.m.
Special Night at Alicia Keys' New Play Stick Fly
Join us for an evening at the theatre!

Hosted by Yaneris M. Rosa (Harvard '07)

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Los Angeles
Sat. Jan. 21
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
L.A. Networking, Art & Wine
Experience an evening at the Getty like never before!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05) & The Black Alumni Council of Columbia

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New York
Thu. Jan. 19
6:30 p.m.
The Science of Allocating Your Money: A Lesson in Budgeting for the Wealthy @ Heart
Start the year off on the right dollar! Come learn the four parts of a budget, how to determine how much you can save this year, and how to start that emergency fund!

Hosted by Dominique' Reese (Princeton '06)

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New York
Thu. Jan. 12
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09), Andrew Bryan Burnett (Wharton Business School '93) & YourWallStreetOffice

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2011 Events

New York
Sat. Dec. 17
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bridging the Gap on Wall Street: A 2011 Affair
The 5th Annual Bridging the Gap is finally here! Join us for a winter evening of connecting, sharing, and holiday fun!

Hosted by Dominique' Reese (Princeton '06) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Los Angeles
Thu. Dec. 15
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
LA Holiday Mixer
Tis the season to rekindle our west coast network! Join us for an evening of fun!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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Philadelphia
Wed. Dec. 14
5:00 p.m.
ABPA and BIAL Philadelphia Holiday Happy Hour
Let's toast to the New Year! Please join the Philadelphia chapter of The Black Ivy Alumni League as we celebrate the holiday season and get excited for the New Year.

Hosted by Justin Coles (Brown '11) & Franne McNeal (Princeton '82)

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New York
Sat. Dec. 10
6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League's 3rd Annual "One Night Only in the Theatre District!"
One for the money! Two for the show! Three for the reception - hope you're going to go!

Hosted by Dominique' Reese (Princeton '06) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Atlanta
Thu. Nov. 17
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Atlanta Inaugural All Ivy Happy Hour
An evening of networking and fellowship with other Ivies.

Hosted by Victor Commings (Cornell '89)

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Dallas
Thu. Nov. 10
6:00 p.m.
Black Ivy League - Inaugural Happy Hour Event
Mix and Mingle with fellow Ivy Alumni in the Dallas area.

Hosted by Jodyann Blagrove (Brown '98) & Shareea Butler (Harvard '09)

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New York
Thu. Nov. 10
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09) & Clifton C. Berry (Dartmouth '96)

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New York
Thu. Oct. 20
6:30 p.m.
Access Venture Capital for Your Unique Concept or Business
A riveting panel discussion with professionals from across the venture capital space.

Hosted by Monique Alves (Columbia '09)

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New York
Thu. Oct. 13
6:00 p.m.
BIAL 2012 Convention - 1 Year Kick-off Event

NOTE: THIS EVENT IS RESCHEDULED

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

rescheduled

 

New York
Thu. Oct. 6
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09) & Clifton C. Berry (Dartmouth '96)

details

 

New York
Tue. Sep. 27
6:00 p.m.
Monetizing Digital Media
Drive digital strategies that create value.

Hosted by Marjorie Coismain (CBS '03) & Petra Lewis (Columbia '92 & '98)

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Philadelphia
Thu. Sep. 15
5:00 p.m.
Inaugural Philadelphia Black Ivy League Happy Hour
Summer is not over yet! Please join us as we celebrate our first Happy Hour and networking mixer in the city of brotherly love and sisterly affection!

Hosted by Justin Coles (Brown '11)

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New York
Thu. Sep. 8
8:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network

NOTE: THIS EVENT IS CANCELED

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09) & Clifton C. Berry (Dartmouth '96)

canceled

 

New York
Mon. Sep. 5
US Open Networking Event with KISS FM
Come and enjoy a fun and fabulous evening of world-class tennis action coupled with professional networking hosted by the USTA and KISS FM.

Hosted by Claudine Moore (University of Durham, England '98)

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New York
Thu. Aug. 25
6:30 p.m.
Conference Leadership Committee Meeting
Join us as we plan for the 1st ever Black Ivy Alumni League National Conference to held in Miami, Florida in September, 2012.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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New York
Aug. 20 - 21, 2011
Jet Set Mindset in the Hamptons

Hosted by Joseph Banda (Northwestern '02), Tiwana Jackson (Columbia '04), Petra Lewis (Columbia '92 and '98), Christina Blacken (Cornell '10), Claudine Moore (University of Durham, England '98)

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New York
Thu. Jul. 21
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
"To Be Young, Gifted, and Black"
Give back to the Black community by becoming mentors with iMentor!

Hosted by iMentor & The Black Ivy Alumni League

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New York
Sat. Jul. 16
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
"Bridging the Gap: Exploring Youth Academic & Career Possibilities in the 21st Century"
What better way to begin our youth initiative than to learn first-hand what students want and expect from the Black Ivy Alumni League?

Hosted by Dominique Reese (Princeton '06) & Devaughn Fowlkes (Columbia '04)

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New York
Thu. Jul. 14
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09) and CommuniTree LLC

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Harlem, New York
Sun. Jul. 10
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Small Business Walking Tour: Restaurants
Explore the mini-cultural centers that are helping re-define this neighborhood and bringing small business back to Harlem!

Hosted by Monique Alves (Columbia, '09) and Sonya Spann (The College of New Jersey, '11)

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New York
Sun. Jun. 19
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Juneteenth Summer Picnic and Father's Day Celebration
Winter is FINALLY over...come and celebrate not only the beginning of summer but the Fathers in our community.

Hosted by Claudine Moore (University of Durham, England '98)

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New York
Thu. Jun. 09
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Rising Ivy - The BIAL Breakfast Network
Join an intimate and savvy group to build strong professional connections.

Hosted by Jezabel Paulino (Columbia GSB '09) and CommuniTree LLC

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New York
Tue. May. 03
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Access Venture Capital for Your Unique Concept or Business
NOTE: DUE TO SPEAKER SCHEDULING CONFLICTS THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED.

Hosted by Monique Alves (Columbia '09)

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New York
Tue. Apr. 26
6:00 p.m.
Economic Empowerment Through Franchising
Come and learn from our experienced panelists about franchising as a vehicle for wealth creation and economic indpendence.

Hosted by Ron Llewellyn (Yale '94, U of Penn Law '99)

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Atlanta
Thu. Mar. 10
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Entrepreneurship Campaign Legal Roundtable
Receive in-depth legal advice on your business venture from lawyers who specialize in working with entrepreneurs.

Hosted by Kim Allman (Cornell Law '05)

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New York
Wed. Feb. 23
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Lucky Strike Bowling Happy Hour
Let's Go Bowling!

Hosted by Tiwana Jackson (Columbia '04)

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New York
Thu. Jan. 13
6:30 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
How to Build Seven Generations of Wealth
Learn from wealth experts how to thrive in today's economic environment. You will learn the importance of real asset diversification through precious metals acquisition (silver and gold), estate, trust and tax planning, real estate, private placements and alternative investments.

Hosted by Esosa Ighodaro (Temple '08)

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2010 Events

New York
Sat. Dec. 18
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
2010 Annual Bridging the Gap
Bridging the Gap returns! Join us for a winter evening of connecting, sharing, and holiday fun!

Hosted by Dominique Reese (Princeton '06) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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New York
Wed. Dec. 15
6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
4th Annual Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater OPENING NIGHT!
One for the money! Two for the show! Three for the reception -- hope you're going to go!

Hosted by Dominique Reese (Princeton '06) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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New York
Thu. Nov. 11
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Leadership for the 21st Century
Don't miss this stellar group of entrepreneurs and corporate executives who will share with you how to lead during turbulent times

Hosted by Malla Haridat, (Columbia '97), Petra E. Lewis (Columbia ’92 and ’98)

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New York
Mon. Oct. 18
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Little Black Book of Success - Reading and Discussion
Join us for a reading and discussion of an invaluable resource for black women in all stages of their careers for years to come.

Hosted by Tanya Odom (Harvard *98)

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New York
Tue. Sep. 21
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Entrepreneurship Campaign Legal Roundtable
Receive indepth legal advice on your business venture from lawyers who specialize in working with entrepreneurs

Hosted by Kimberly Allman (Cornell Law *05) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Wshngtn, DC
Tue. Sep. 16
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League presents The Supreme Court
Join us along side BLSA as we come together to network with lawyers and up and coming lawyers.

Hosted byGerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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New York
Mon. Sep. 06
5:00 p.m.
US Open Exclusive Networking Event
Together with Black Ivy Alumni League, the US Open is hosting its first annual Networking Event on the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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New York
Thu. Jul. 29
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Strategies for success in your business school pursuit: GMAT & Applications
Learn from the experts how best to succeed on your GMAT and your MBA application via concrete strategies, advice, and examples.

Hosted by The Princeton Review & Admit Advantage (Founder Kofi Kankam - Harvard '97, Harvard *98, Wharton *04)

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Los Angeles
Thu. Jul. 15
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Summer Mixer Series
Reconnect with your fellow Ivy Alumni in Los Angeles this June!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia *05)

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New York
Thu. Jul. 15
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
To Be Young, Gifted and Black
iMentor will be calling upon NYC's young, black professionals to share the gift of a supportive network to the next generation by signing up to be a mentor.

Hosted by iMentor & The Black Ivy Alumni League

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New York
Wed. Jul. 07
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
NYU Adjunct Instructor Paul Gellert on Techniques for Success in Real Estate Investment
Join The Black Ivy Alumni League and the Ivy Small Property Network for refreshments and a "special event" with Mr. Gellert on techniques for successful real estate investing.

Hosted by W. Arthur Bennett (UPenn Wharton '96)

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New York
Sun. Jun. 20
1:00 p.m.
Summer Picnic and Father's Day Celebration
Sponsored by the Harvard Black Alumni Society of New York & the Black Ivy Alumni League

Hosted by Saratu Nafziger (Harvard *05) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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Los Angeles
Thu. Jun. 17
7:00 p.m.
Summer Mixer Series - LA
Reconnect with your fellow Ivy Alumni in LA this June!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia *05)

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Los Angeles
Sun. Apr. 25
2:00 p.m.
America I AM: The African Imprint
Celebrate our heritage with a visit to the California Science Center's exhibit that highlights the African American experience in the United States.

Hosted by Courtney Wilkins (Columbia '07)

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New York
Thu. Apr. 15
6:00 p.m.
Generating Wealth Through Real Estate
Please join us for a glass of wine and a lively discussion on generating wealth with real estate. Bring a friend and enjoy the open bar.

Hosted by W. Arthur Bennett (Wharton *96, Northwestern '89)

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Newark
Tue. Mar. 16
6:00 p.m.
Newark Black Ivy Alumni League Plus Afterwork Mixer!
Food, Libations and Karaoke!
Bringing together Northern NJ alumni.

Hosted by Kevin C. Hudson (Princeton '97, Penn GSE *08)

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New York
Tue. Mar. 9
6:30 p.m.
Get Ready to Apply to Business School
Build your profile to best position yourself for success on your MBA application and learn from alumni how an MBA can help you build your career.

Hosted by Kofi Kankam (Harvard '97, *98, Wharton *04)

being rescheduled

 

New York
Fri. Feb. 19
5:00 p.m.
Live studio taping of NBC's The Marriage Ref and mixer!
Join us for a live studio taping of the show, followed by a fun mixer where married couples can audition for the show!

Hosted by Sandra Philippeaux (Columbia *99)

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New York
Tue. Feb. 9
6:00 p.m.
2010: Race, Politics, and Perspectives
Please join us for an important evening of conversation, learning, and reflection.

Hosted by Donna Pedro, Chief Diversity Officer at Ogilvy, Tanya M. Odom (Harvard *98)

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2009 Events

New York
Sat. Dec. 19
4:00 p.m.
2009 Annual Bridging the Gap
Calling all Black Ivy League Students and Alum! Bridging the Gap returns! Join us for a winter evening of connecting, sharing, and holiday fun!

Hosted by Dominique Reese (Princeton '06)

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Santa Monica
Sun. Dec. 13
6:00 p.m.
Holiday Drinks in Santa Monica
Meet me at Bodega Wine Bar this holiday season!

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia *05)

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New York
Sat. Dec. 12
1:15 p.m.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Join us for our annual event with discounted group tickets, a meet and greet with the cast after the show, and post theater drinks.

Hosted by Dominique Reese (Princeton '06) & Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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DC
Tue. Dec. 1
5:00 p.m.
Special In-Store Event with Paula Dorf at Beauty 360
Get the latest information on makeup trends for professional women and win a personal makeup session with Paula Dorf and other great prizes.

Hosted by Jacklyn E. Bruce (Princeton '99)

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Los Angeles
Sun. Nov. 22
4:00 p.m.
Holiday Bowling Party - LA
Come bowl, raise money and mingle!

Hosted by Vanessa Anderson (Barnard College '07)

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New York
Tues. Nov. 10
6:00 p.m.
Relentless Recession Strategies
"When the going gets tough, the tough get going!"
What direction are you going and how relentless are you about getting there?

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94)

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New York
Wed. Sep. 30
6:00 p.m.
Jobs & Opportunities in The New Green Economy
Take part in the next boom -- the emerging Green Economy with guidance from 4 expert panelists, industry professionals and excellent opportunities to build your network.

Hosted by Tiwana Jackson (Columbia *04)

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Hollywood
Sun. Sep. 20
2:00 p.m.
Poolside Networking Mixer
Summer's NOT over! Ivy League Alumni, come out and mingle.

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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Chicago
Thu. Aug. 20
6:30 p.m.
Jazzing at the Shedd - Chicago
Come hang out with Black Ivy Alumni and Friends on the North Terrace of the Shedd Aquarium to listen to some of Chicago's best jazz!

Hosted by Chris-Tia Donaldson (Harvard '00, '03)

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New York
Tue. Aug. 25
6:00 p.m.
Summer Solstice Cocktails - New York
Please come and join us at Matsuri, located in the Maritime Hotel building. Overseen by New York’s only sake sommelier, Matsuri’s sake selection is the largest in the city. Drink specials will be available.

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Aug. 27
6:00 p.m.
Black Ivy League Alumni Happy Hour at Stir - DC
Please join us at Stir for a Black Ivy Happy Hour to celebrate the end of summer. Stir is a new lounge nestled in the heart of Chinatown.

Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03) & Crystal Moore (Princeton '97)

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New York
Tue. Jul. 21
6:00 p.m.
Summer Solstice Cocktails
Please join the Black Ivy Alumni League at an exclusive pre-opening event at Agua Dulce, a hot new midtown lounge serving Pan-Latin cuisine.

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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Los Angeles
Thur. Jun. 25
6:00 p.m.
Hollywood Networking Mixer
Summer is officially here! We're calling ALL members of the Black Ivy Alumni League here on the West Coast to come out for a no-cover open mixer.

Hosted by Malena Jackson (Columbia '05)

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New York
Wed. Jun. 24
5:30 p.m.
Letters from Black America - Book Signing & Reception
Letters from Black America fills a literary and historical void by presenting the pantheon of African American experience in the most intimate way possible—through the heartfelt correspondence of the men and women who lived through monumental changes and pivotal events, from the 1700s to the twenty-first century, from slavery to the war in Iraq.

Hosted by Tanya Odom (Harvard '99) and Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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New York
Tue. Jun. 16
6:00 p.m.
IPC and Black Ivy Alumni League Networking Happy Hour
This month's happy hour will be held on the Sky Terrace of the Hudson Hotel. Located on the 15th floor, the sweeping views of the Hudson River and Ninth Avenue give this relaxed rooftop oasis a chic urban feel.

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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New York
Sat. Jun. 13th
7:30 p.m.
The Wiz on Broadway starring Ashanti and Orlando Jones
Join Ashanti, Orlando Jones and the Black Ivy Alumni League for discount tickets to the Broadway revival of The Wiz.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton '94) & Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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New York
Wed. May 20
6:00 p.m.
IPC and Black Ivy Alumni League Networking Happy Hour
Come join us to take a break and re-connect with your classmates and colleagues! There is no cover charge but you must register to gain admission. Drink specials will be available starting at $ 4.

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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New York
Thurs. Apr. 23
6:00 p.m.
Springtime Cocktails & Conversation
This month, we're moving the happy hour down to the Lower East Side! Join us on Thursday, April 23 at Gallery Bar to start your weekend off right! Drink specials will be available for $5.

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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New York
Sat. Apr. 11
7:30 p.m.
Film Screening and Reception for "Believe: The Barack Obama Story"
Join us for a screening of "Believe: The Barack Obama Story." The documentary, produced by Skip Kelly (Brown '77) and Thomas Hart (Brown '77), is a revealing portrait of President Barak Obama. A reception will follow the screening.

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

cancelled

 

New York
Wed. Mar. 25
6:00 p.m.
Springtime Cocktails and Conversation
If you missed last month, here's another chance to take a break and re-connect with your classmates and colleagues!

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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Wshngtn, DC
Fri. Feb. 27
6:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League Presents Carnival in DC
We invite you to a sensuous night of dance, delight and International Music that spans the globe. Come listen and tap your feet to Samba, Salsa, Reggae, Kompa, Hip-Life, Soukous.

Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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New York
Wed. Feb. 25
6:00 p.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League event photo
A Black History Month Networking Event
Has the economic climate got you down? Take a break and celebrate Black History Month with your classmates and colleagues! Join us at Opal Restaurant and Bar for cocktails and good conversation!

Hosted by Tiffani Scott (Brown '98)

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Houston
Thurs. Feb. 19
6:00 p.m.
Houston Black Ivy League Happy Hour
Please join us for a night out of Conversations and Cocktails! The Houston Black Ivy Alumni League invites you to join us for a Happy Hour at Americas Restaurant.

Hosted by Veta Byrd, (Yale Law School '99) & Kourtney James (Harvard College '02)

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Chicago
Wed. Jan. 14
6:00 p.m.
"Yes We Did" Mixer
The League Chicago Chapter cordially invites you to a "Yes We Did" Mixer.

Hosted by Chris-Tia Donaldson (Harvard '00)

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2008 Events

New York
Sat. Dec. 20
4:00 p.m.
"Bridging the Gap" 2008
The League cordially invites all students of African descent attending an Ivy League Institution to this third annual student welcome event.

Hosted by Malla Haridat, Columbia '97
Co-Hosted by ABPA, BAC, IPC NY and BADA

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New York
Sat. Dec. 13
1:45 p.m.
Alvin Ailey 50th Anniversary Limited "Premiere Event" Tickets & Reception
It's Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 50th birthday and Sweet Honey and the Rock wants to help The Black Ivy Alumni League celebrate! Celebrate the holidays and experience this special taste of African American history as Sweet Honey and the Rock performs live with the Alvin Ailey dancers.

Co-Hosted by ABPA, BAC, IPC NY and BADA

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SOLD OUT

 

Atlanta
Sat. Nov. 1
7:00 p.m.
Atlanta Black Ivy League Networking Event
"A Celebration of Black Progress in America!" Please join us for an amazing evening with black professionals of all ages in the Atlanta area, as we celebrate Black Achievement!

Hosted by Richard Desarmes (Columbia GSB '04) & Justin Giles (Cornell '05)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. Aug. 21
6:00 p.m.
Black Ivy VII Welcome Back Celebration
Please join us for a Black Ivy Back to School Celebration. Station 9 was converted from an old Post Office. Station 9 boast great cocktails, tasty nibbles and grand décor.

Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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Chicago
Sun. Jun. 8
10:30 a.m.
Sunday Brunch with The Black Ivy Alumni League & The University Of Chicago Black Alumni
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to enjoy both The Black Ivy Alumni League and The University of Chicago Black Alumni. Space is Limited.

Hosted by Kwabena Holder (University of Chicago)

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NYC
Sun. May 18
3:00 p.m.
Feel the Heat—Cat on a Hot Tin Roof!
Please join The Black Ivy Alumni League for a sizzling afternoon at one of the hottest (and fastest-grossing) tickets on Broadway—Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton ’94), Petra E. Lewis (Columbia ’92 and ’98)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thu. May 15
6-9:00 p.m.
The Black Ivy League's VI Graduation Celebration
Please join us for The Black Ivy League's Graduation Celebration and celebrate with our friends who are graduating from Grad School.

Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell ’03)

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NYC
Thu. Mar.27
7:00 p.m.
Get Yours! Women’s History Month Keynote Address by Amy DuBois Barnett
Please join The Black Ivy Alumni League and Brown University’s Inman Page Black Alumni Council for a special Women’s History month event, featuring keynote speaker Amy Dubois Barnett.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton ‘94), Jodyann Blagrove (Brown ’98), Petra E. Lewis (Columbia ’92 and ‘98)

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NYC
Wed. & Thu. Mar.19 & 20
7:00 p.m.

Black Ivy League Chews!
Please Join The Black Ivy Alumni League and the Chew dining club at Celebrity Chef Marcus Samuelsson’s new, highly anticipated pan-African restaurant, Merkato 55.

Hosted by Petra E. Lewis (Columbia ’92 and ‘98)

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Houston
Thur. Mar. 6
6:00 p.m.

Houston Black Ivy Alumni League Happy Hour
The Houston Black Ivy Alumni League invites you to join us for a Happy Hour at Open City Bistro.

Hosted by Veta J. Byrd (Yale Law ‘99) & Kourtney L. James (Harvard ‘02)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thur. Feb. 28
6:00 p.m.

Celebrate Black Herstory Month & The Women Who Make it Every Day
Please join us for a celebration of the great achievements Black Women have made in shaping Black History. A panel of Black Women Professionals will speak about networking, mentoring, and navigating the workplace. Please invite your mentors so that we can also celebrate their great service to the Black community. Men - come show your support in celebration of centuries of Black Women's great achievements.

Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell ‘03)
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NYC
Wed. Jan. 30
5:00 p.m.

A networking and career-development event with GE Commercial Finance
Interested in exploring career opportunities at one of the premier commercial lending institutions in the world? Then please join Columbia College's Black Alumni Council and the Black Ivy Alumni League for a networking and career-development event with GE Commercial Finance.

Hosted by Petra E. Lewis (Columbia ‘92 & ‘98), The Black Ivy Alumni League & Columbia's Black Alumni Council

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NYC
Sun. Jan. 27
2:00 p.m.

Whitney Museum Group Tour for Kara Walker's My Complement, My Enemy, My Oppressor, My Love
Please join The Black Ivy Alumni League for a special group tour of Kara Walker's retrospective at the Whitney Museum.

Hosted by Maisha Walker (Princeton ‘94) & Petra E. Lewis (Columbia ‘92 & ‘98)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thur. Jan. 24
6:00 p.m.

Black Ivy Alumni League V - Washington DC Cocktail Party
Making ‘08 Great (Welcome Back to School, Work and Play)
Please join us for our New Year, Primary Elections, Return to Grad School, and Black Ivy Reunions Celebration.

Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell ‘03)

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2007 Events

Chicago
Thu. Dec. 20
6:00 p.m.

Chicago Holiday Celebration
Please join The Black Ivy Alumni League for cocktails and appetizers as we celebrate the holiday season.

Hosted by Inger Burnett-Zeigler (Cornell ‘02) & Dana Orr (Dartmouth ‘01)

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NYC

Bridging the Gap
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Houston
Thur. Nov 29
6:00 p.m.

Houston Black Alumni League
Happy Hour and Mixer

Please join us for an evening of drinks and conversation as we support the expansion of The League to H-Town!

Hosted By Kourtney James (Harvard College ‘02 and Veta Byrd (Yale Law ‘99)

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NYC
Mon. Nov. 26
CareerNet: JPMorgan Chase Chairman & CEO Jamie Dimon Leadership and Empowerment on Wall Street
Please join The Black Ivy Alumni League and Columbia College's Black Alumni Council on Monday, November 26th for a spectacular networking and cocktail reception at JPMorgan Chase.
Hosted by Petra E. Lewis (Columbia '92 and '98) & The NYC CareerNet Team

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NYC
Sat. Nov. 17
Red, A Dance of Whimsy, Fantasy and Passion
Sponsored by FFR/Princeton BTGALA, Dartmouth GALA, Columbia Pride, The Black Alumni of Dartmouth Association, The Association of Black Princeton Alumni, The Black Alumni League and the Errol Grimes Dance Group.

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NYC
Wed. Oct. 24
CareerNet: Think Globally, Impact Locally
Please join the Black Ivy Alumni League for networking and refreshments, followed by an eye-opening talk on untapped global opportunities in manufacturing.
Hosted by Petra E. Lewis (Columbia '92 and '98) & The NYC CareerNet Team

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Atlanta
Sat. Sep. 15
Atlanta Black Ivy League Fall Social
Please join us at Nancy's Pizza in Buckhead for an evening of socializing and networking.
Hosted by Richard Desarmes (Columbia GSB '04), Karen Ruffin (Princeton '86), Kimberly Hawkins (Cornell '01)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thur. Aug 30
Black Ivy Alumni League DC IV
Please join us for our Fourth League event in DC, a happy hour at Mahogany (The restaurant above Bohemian). The elegant atmosphere, sense of refinement, and service that anticipates your every need.
Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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Los Angeles
Sat. Aug 4
Black Ivy League Alumni Day at the Beach
Please join the Los Angeles Chapter of the Black Ivy Alumni League along with a number of other professional Los Angeles based organizations for a day at the beach!
Hosted by Reema El-Amamy (Yale Law '04) & Elon D. Johnson (Columbia '98)

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Wshngtn, DC
Thur. Jul 26
Black Ivy League DC Happy Hour III
Please join us for our Third League event in DC, a happy hour at Liv Nightclub (11th and U). Liv is above the Bohemian Caverns.
Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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NYC
Wed. Jul 18
Black Ivy Chews!
Please Join The Black Ivy Alumni League, Columbia College Black Alumni Council and the Chew dining club for an evening of elegant dining at Buddakan, one of New York City's hottest restaurants.
Hosted by
The Black Ivy Alumni League
Columbia College Black Alumni Council
Petra E. Lewis (a.k.a. Tastemistress P.), founder of the Chew dining club, C.C. '92 and C.U. SoA '98


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NYC
Sun. Jun 10
Discount Tickets to August Wilson's Radio Golf
Don't miss this opportunity to see the New York performance of Radio Golf, the final play by the late August Wilson, an American master.

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Atlanta
Sat. May. 19
7:00 p.m.

Atlanta Black Ivy Alumni Mixer
You and your guest(s) are cordially invited to the Black Ivy League Alumni Association - Atlanta Chapters first mixer for 2007. This is a great opportunity to network in an informal setting with other black ivies and guests.
Hosted by
Richard Desarmes, Columbia GSB '04
Karen Ruffin, Princeton '86
Kimberly Hawkins, Cornell '01


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Los Angeles
Thur. Apr. 26
6:30 p.m.

L.A. Black Professionals Mixer at Ciudad
Network & mingle with other African-American professionals in the LA Area and learn more about these exciting organizations and how you can become involved.
Sponsored by
African American Attorneys in Downtown Firms ("AAADF")
The Los Angeles Urban League Young Professionals
Black Ivy Alumni League Los Angeles


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Wshngtn, DC
Wed. Apr. 25
6:00 p.m.

Black Ivy Alumni League DC Happy Hour II
Indulge in the Upscale Urban Night Life
Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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NYC
Thu. Apr. 19
6:30 p.m.

CareerNet: The New Harlem
There is a "New Harlem" emerging, with a new vanguard of entrepreneurs, and enhanced vision for black-owned businesses in Harlem. Come join us for wine and refreshments and hear our esteemed panelists' take on "The New Harlem."
Hosted by The NYC CareerNet Team

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Chicago
Wed. Mar. 28
7:30 p.m.

Chicago Black Ivy League's First Event of the 2007 Year!
The Black Ivy Alumni League invites you to join us for a Happy Hour at M Lounge for an evening of networking over smooth spirits and live jazz music. This is our first event of the year, so let's make it a fabulous one to remember!
Hosted by Deidre-Ann Harper (Brown '00)

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Wshngtn, DC
Wed. Mar. 28
6:30 p.m.

Inaugural Black Ivy League Washington, DC Happy Hour
Please join us for our First League event in DC, a happy hour at Ozio Martini Lounge. Enjoy the exquisite DC digs while sipping on their specialty Chocolate Martini and Key Lime Pie cocktails.
Hosted by Gerald Fils (Cornell '03)

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New York
Thu. Feb. 15
6:30 p.m.

Health, Happiness and Economics in the Black Community
See how living healthier can empower yourself and your community, and generations to come...
Hosted by Ofiji Parris (Brown '98/'99)

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San Fran
Thu. Feb. 8
5:30 p.m.

San Francisco Bay Area Happy Hour
Please come out for some farm-fresh soul food and wine at Farmer Brown Bar and Restaurant.
Hosted by Nicolas King, (Yale '98)

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NYC
Wed. Jan. 17
6:30 p.m.

CareerNet: The Passion for Success: what is the Relationship between Money and Happiness?
a professional networking event with personal finance expert, 20 year advisor to high net-worth individuals, and published author (The New York Times, Crain's New York Business, Black Enterprise, recent book), David Eaton (Princeton '83) Hosted by the NYC CareerNet Committee

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Los Angeles
Thu. Jan. 11
7:00 p.m.

What does it take to succeed as a Modern Black Professional?
Inaugural Los Angeles Pan-Ivy Career Panel and Networking Event
hosted by Heather Davis (Yale '95, Columbia Law '98) and Jody Armour (Harvard)
Funded by the Afro-American Cultural Center at Yale University

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2006 Events

NYC
Sat. Dec. 16
5:00 p.m.

Bridging the Gap
3rd Annual Pan-Ivy Student Event & Holiday Party
at the W hotel Union Square
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NYC
Sun. Dec. 10
2:45 p.m.

Limited Special Tickets & Reception - The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Celebrate the holidays and experience a taste of African American history and modernity with icon Judith Jamison and the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Co-sponsored by ABPA, BAC, IPC NY and BADA

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NYC
Fri. Nov. 17
8:00 p.m.

Limited Special Tickets & Private Reception - Daniel Beaty (Yale '98)'s Emergen-See at The Public theater
The League helps you support Black Ivy League artists! Come and see this controversial one man show, and then discuss with writer & actor Daniel Beaty (Yale '98) at a special after show reception hosted by Daniel and The Public Theater.
Co-sponsored by The Black Ivy Alumni League, Columbia University Black Alumni Council (BAC) and the Yale Black Alumni Network (YBAN)

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NYC
Wed. Nov. 15
6:30 p.m.

CareerNet: From Dream to Reality - Taking the Entreprenuership plunge
a professional networking event with successful entrepreneur, bestselling author and media darling Kathryn Finney (Yale EPH '00) a.k.a. "The Budget Fashionista"
Hosted by the NYC CareerNet Committee

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Los Angeles
Thu. Nov. 2
7:30 p.m.

BEING RESCHEDULED Los Angeles Happy Hour at The Bungalow Club
Hosted by Reema El-Amamy (Yale Law '04) & Elon D. Johnson (Columbia '98)

San Fran
Thu. Sep. 28
7:30 p.m.

Inaugural Bay Area event at 111 Minna gallery and bar
Hosted by Nicolas King (Yale '98)

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Philadelphia
Thu. Sep. 28
6:30 p.m.

Inaugural Philadelphia Area event at Savannah Soul. Food. Bar.
Hosted by Angelique Jewell (Columbia '98, Penn GSE '04)

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Chicago
Wed. Sep. 27
7:00 p.m.

Chicago Chapter Event - Part Deuce!!!
Hosted by Deidre-Ann Harper (Brown '00)

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NYC
Wed. Sep. 20
6:30 p.m.

CareerNet: Black Success in the Legal Profession
a professional networking event with a panel of successful Black Ivy League lawyers
Hosted by the NYC CareerNet Committee

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Los Angeles
Thu. Sep. 7
7:30 p.m.

Los Angeles Happy Hour at eat. on sunset
Hosted by Reema El-Amamy (Yale Law '04) & Elon D. Johnson (Columbia '98)

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NYC
Sat. Aug. 12
11:00 p.m.

The Black Ivy League Alumni & Friends Summer Bash
@ Providence. Cohosted by GFC. It only happens once a year...

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Los Angeles
Thu. Jul. 27
7:30 p.m.

Los Angeles Happy Hour at Nic's Martini Lounge
Hosted by Reema El-Amamy (Yale Law '04) & Elon D. Johnson (Columbia '98)

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Chicago
Wed. Jul. 19
7:00 p.m.

Chicago Chapter Official Inagural Event
Hosted by Deidre-Ann Harper (Brown '00)

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Atlanta
Sat. Jun. 24
7:00 p.m.

Atlanta Black Ivy League Soiree
at the new home of Richard Desarmes (Columbia Business School '03)

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NYC
Tue. Jun. 13
6:30 p.m.
CareerNet: Collette Ellis, Dartmouth '89
The Competent Advantage:
An Interactive Workshop to Analyze Your Personal Competencies for Personal Growth and Career Advancement

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Los Angeles
Wed. Jun. 7
6:30 p.m.

Los Angeles Black Ivy League Inagural Event
Hosted by Reema El-Amamy (Yale Law '04) & Elon D. Johnson (Columbia '98)

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NYC
Wed. Apr. 12
6:30 p.m.
An Ivy League and Seven Sisters Mixer Welcoming Our Black and Latino & Latina Lesbian, Gay, Bi, and Transgendered Alumni
Fashion 40, in the Loft upstairs

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Chicago
Fri. Mar. 31
8:00 p.m.
Lydia Diamond's Stick Fly
Young Professionals Night in Chicago


Sat. Mar. 18
7:00 p.m.
New York Performance of
Platanos & Collard Greens


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Thu. Mar. 9
6:30 p.m.
CareerNet: André Taylor
Your Mission, Your Brand, & Your Network:
Strategies for Professionals Ready for Breakthrough Success
a Professional Networking Event

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Sun. Feb. 19
2:00 p.m.
Black History Month Signature Event
Private Tour of the Slavery in New York Galleries
followed by a Special Reception sponsored by The Black Ivy Alumni League


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Thu. Jan. 12
6:30 p.m.
CareerNet: David A. Hinson, UPenn MBA
Black Ivy Alumni: Tools for Building and Managing Wealth
a Professional Networking Event

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2005 Events

Sat. Dec. 17
5:00 p.m.
Bridging the Gap
2nd Annual Student Welcome Event

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Tue. Nov. 8
6:30 p.m.
The Macallan
Join Caspar MacRae, Brand Ambassador, in a tantalizing journey through The Macallan range of savory delights.

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Thu. Nov. 3
6:30 p.m.
CareerNet: Lee Miller, HLS
The Art of Getting What you Want
a Professional Networking Event

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Thu. Sep. 29
6:30 p.m.
CareerNet: Malla Haridat, Columbia '97
Think Like an Intrapreneur: get your ideas heard!
a Professional Networking Event

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Tue. Jun. 28
5:30 p.m.

NYC Mayoral Candidates Forum

Thu. Jun. 23
6:30 p.m.

CareerNet: Keisha Jones
You Inc: How to manage your personal financial life like a profitable business
a Professional Networking Event





2004 Events

Sat. Dec. 18
6:00 p.m.

Bridging the Gap - Student Welcome Event



Fri. Oct. 22
Sat. Oct. 23

The Black Presence in the Ivy League: Where Do We Go From Here?
Pan-Ivy League National Conference

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Fri. Aug. 13
10:30 p.m.
'The Conclusion' @ Freight
Let's End the Summer Right...



Thu. Jun. 3
7:30 p.m.
New York Performance of
A Raisin in the Sun




Thu. May 6
7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Black Ivy Alumni League Atlanta Mixer
hosted by Jocelyn Patterson and Henry Hipps
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Thu. Apr. 29
7:00 p.m.

'Groove Theory' @ Metronome



Tue. Feb. 17
6:30 p.m.
A Special Evening with Dr. Lowery Stokes Sims, Executive Director, The Studio Museum in Harlem





2003 Events

Wed. Dec. 10
7:00 p.m.
A Holiday Wine Sipper @ Atelier Art Gallery
Coordinated by our resident sommelier Felicia Gray



Fri. Jul. 18
10:00 p.m.

'The Legacy Continues' @ Etoile



Thu. May. 1 New Directions in Community Development with Cory Booker, Maurice Coleman, King Downing, Basil Smikle, Jr., and Moderator, Esmeralda Simmons

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Tue. Apr. 1 Affirmative Action March on Washington



Thu. Feb. 27 Volunteer Career Panel at Public School 9
Teunis G. Bergen Learning Center

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Sat. Jan. 11 Volunteer ABAFOILSS College Fair
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2002 Events

Sat. Oct. 19 Volunteer New York Cares Day
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Wed. Jun. 19 Website Launch Party
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