From campus to community: Ways for UCCS alumni to stay connected

The UCCS Alumni & Friends Association is a powerful community of more than 64,000 resilient Mountain Lions, who come together to support UCCS students and programs, foster a vibrant alumni network and create meaningful connections. 

Continue to grow your relationship with UCCS and your Mountain Lion community by exploring the many opportunities to engage with fellow graduates, give back to UCCS and enjoy benefits and services.


Alumni Benefits and Services

Membership to the UCCS Alumni & Friends Association is free and automatic upon graduation. Benefits include career resources, exclusive discounts and on-campus services. Alumni also have access to the vast and inspiring network of fellow graduates, making an impact not only within UCCS, but also throughout Colorado Springs, Southern Colorado and the world at large. Some benefits require a membership card, which all alumni can request for free.

Career Center Offerings

Free & Discounted Campus Services

Partner Program Perks

Lifelong Learning through UCCS

About the UCCS Alumni Office

The UCCS Alumni Office is dedicated to delivering excellent alumni services, providing opportunities for connection, and engaging UCCS graduates in meaningful volunteer, experiential, and philanthropic endeavors that advance the University’s mission, students and programs, as well as bolster the alumni community.

Golden & Silver Graduates

For the past decade, UCCS has honored Golden Graduates – alumni who graduated 50 years ago – and Silver Graduates – alumni who graduated 25 years ago – during Commencement ceremonies in May and December, respectively. Understand the history and significance of this initiative, as well as key details and FAQs for participating in the program.

Learn more.

Ways to Get Involved

Volunteering: Find personalized volunteer opportunities based on your skills, schedule and passions.

Attend alumni events: Find information on upcoming events for UCCS Alumni & Friends, such as on-campus events and volunteer opportunities.

Giving: Fuel the future of UCCS by donating to an area of interest.

Communications: Sign up to receive the digital newsletter, follow the Alumni Association on social media and share your life updates by submitting a Class Note.

UCCS Alumni-Owned Businesses

We are happy to show support for our UCCS alumni businesses in our local community and beyond. Visit a UCCS alumni-owned business and stay connected with fellow Mountain Lions by visiting the UCCS Alumni-Owned Business page!

If you are a UCCS graduate with a business you would like to promote, please submit the Alumni-Owned Business form.

Resources for Alumni

Click here for information on ordering transcripts, updating your contact information and more.

If you have any questions or would like to know more about a specific alumni benefit, email [email protected]. The alumni office is happy to connect with you.