Chapters, Groups, and Networks

Chapters, groups, and networks expand the reach of The New School Alumni Association. An assembly of alumni is classified as a chapter, group, or network depending on number of members, volunteer leadership, and organizational basis (geographical, programmatic, online, etc.).

Existing Chapters, Groups, and Networks

If you are interested in starting an local/regional chapter, group, or network in your area or an interest group, call 212.229.5662, x3784 or email alumni@newschool.edu.

Chapter/Group Location Description
Parsons DC Washington, DC The first recognized chapter of The New School Alumni Association was launched in September 2009. The Parsons DC Chapter is currently led Dee MacDonald-Miller '75 and Bob Bilicki '81. It counts among its membership all 300+ Parsons alumni living in the DC Metro area. Activities include assisting in the recruitment of future Parsons students and raising funds for a scholarship. Members worked with students and faculty on the 2011 Solar Decathlon project.
The New School Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The New School Los Angeles chapter is currently in development under the leadership of Montrese Chandler, AAS '00 (Parsons). Join the Los Angeles chapter Facebook group for more information.
The New School Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA The New School Philadelphia group is currently in development under the leadership of Morris Yankell, BA '86 (Milano) and Celeste Walker, MFA '97 (Drama). This group has had two events so far and is planning more for the future.
Parsons Miami Southeast Florida The Parsons Miami chapter is growing in southeast Florida under the leadership of Hester Esquenazi '90. This group had two events during the Art Basel Miami Beach festival and is gearing up for more events soon.
Clinical Psychology New York, NY This group is for alumni who earned a degree in clinical psychology at The New School for Social Research. They have had a few events on campus; more are planned for the future.
 
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