We were thrilled to host an exciting event welcoming the incoming class of 2029 to Yale College. Alumni Sophia and Louisa had the pleasure of introducing three of our newest Bulldogs, sharing stories about campus life, academic pursuits, and the vibrant Yale community.

During the event, our alumni reminisced about their own experiences at Yale, discussing everything from favorite campus spots to memorable learning opportunities. It was inspiring to see the enthusiasm and potential in our future students as they begin their journey at Yale.

We extend a warm welcome to these talented individuals and look forward to seeing them thrive and contribute to our Yale family.

Welcome to Yale, Class of 2029! 🌟

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Join Us for Dim Sum at Floata!

Dear Yale Club Alumni and Ivy League Friends,

We’re excited to invite all our Ivied buddies to join us for a fun Dim Sum gathering at Floata on Saturday, March 22 at 10:30 AM. It's a great chance to catch up with old friends and meet new ones while enjoying delicious dim sum!

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025

• Time: 10:30 AM

• Location: Floata, 180 Keefer St, Vancouver, BC

• RSVP: Please add your name to the Doodle Poll to confirm your attendance and ensure we have enough space. I’ll adjust the reservation as needed based on the number of people attending.

Here’s the Doodle Poll to add your name:
https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/dJznyLJd

Looking forward to seeing everyone there for a fun and tasty gathering!

February Club Gathering – Yaletown Brewing

As part of the annual February Club tradition, we’ll be gathering at Yaletown Brewing (1111 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9) on February 21 at 7:30pm. If you missed our previous pizza event, don’t miss this one! Whether you’re a fan of craft beers or not, we’ve got something for everyone, including a great selection of non-alcoholic beverages and delicious food options from their menu.

A big thanks to Candice for initiating this event! If you’re planning to attend, please contact Candice, Louisa, or Eden on the WhatsApp group to confirm your attendance.

Looking forward to seeing you there and reconnecting with fellow Yale alumni!

2025 Yale BC Alumni Pizza Night

To kick off the first Yale BC alumni gathering of 2025, we brought a taste of New Haven to Vancouver! Will Portman suggested Industry Apizza, a local spot known for its authentic New Haven-style pizza, giving us the perfect opportunity to reminisce about our college days over a classic slice.

Will led the evening, which was filled with lively conversations, shared memories, and of course, fantastic pizza. It was a wonderful way to reconnect, meet new faces, and start the year with great company.

A heartfelt thank you to Louisa and Eden for organizing this event and to everyone who joined us to make it such a fun and memorable night. We look forward to many more alumni gatherings in 2025!

We are excited to co-host another Oxbridge Ivy+ Networking Night in Vancouver, bringing together alumni from Ivy League, Oxford, and Cambridge institutions. Join us on Wednesday, November 27 at Chit Chat Burger Bar for an evening of connection, conversation, and camaraderie with fellow graduates.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
🕡 Time: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm PT
📍 Location: Chit Chat Burger Bar
Address: 955 Granville St, Vancouver

Feel free to invite other Ivy, Oxford, and Cambridge alumni in the Vancouver area. This is a great opportunity to expand your network and reconnect with familiar faces.

Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/xEVoZKPmdYvCQuMx5

We look forward to seeing you there for a fantastic evening with the Ivy+ and Oxbridge community!

Thank you to all the Harvard and Yale alumni who joined us on November 23, 2024! The Harvard-Yale Football Game viewing event at Mahony’s Tavern Convention Centre in Vancouver was a great success, filled with camaraderie and football spirit. Congratulations to Yale for the big win! We look forward to seeing you at future gatherings and events.

On October 30th, our Yale Club members got into the Halloween spirit with a Halloween Fun Run for Charity! Dressed in creative costumes, participants enjoyed a fun and festive run, all for a great cause.

Highlights of the event included:

🏅 Top Performers: Alexandra placed 1st among the women and 2nd overall, while Eden took 2nd place among the women and finished 4th overall! Congratulations to both for their fantastic efforts!

Thank you to everyone who joined and made this event memorable. We look forward to seeing you at our next gathering, as we continue to support our community and connect with fellow alumni!

This year Yale Club of BC had the pleasure of listening to Basie Bales Gitlin (Yale College '10), present on the topic of Yale’s extensive museums and collections. Basie graduated from Yale College with a B.A. in history and received an M.Phil. in history from Pembroke College, Cambridge.

More about Basie: Active in the world of books, he serves as Secretary of the Grolier Club of New York City, Librarian of the Elizabethan Club, Co-Chair (with fellow Honorary Member Miko McGinty ’93, ’98 MFA) of Yale’s Adrian Van Sinderen Book Collecting Prize and recently signed on to the Advisory Council of the American Trust for the British Library. He currently serves as director of development for Yale University Library and Yale Collections.

A trustee of the New Haven Museum and the Mory’s Association, Basie has held other Yale volunteer roles including interviewing for ASC, for his class, the the Yale Alumni Fund and the Yale Club of New Haven. With his father, Jay Gitlin ’71, he has co-authored an article on Elihu Yale and a book-length history of Mory’s.

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