9th Annual University of California Alumni Gala

Sales for this event have closed. 

We are now opening up our Young Professionals Waitlist. If you have graduated from the University of California since 2021 and are interested in a seat at the Gala, we encourage you to register your interest. A member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.

Please note that registering for the Young Professionals Waitlist does not guarantee a ticket. Space is subject to availability.

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All UC alumni are invited to join us for our Friday night pre-party, Blue & Gold Night! Learn more and register here.

Unable to attend the Gala, but want to support students in need? Please consider making a gift here.

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The University of California Trust and the UC Alumni UK Network warmly request your presence at the 9th Annual University of California Alumni Gala on Saturday March 28, 2026 at the iconic One Whitehall Place.

Our evening begins with a sparkling reception, leading to a three-course dinner and remarks from distinguished guests. During the soiree, guests are invited to enter the raffle and bid in the auctions, both featuring highly coveted items and one-of-a-kind experiences. Finally, you will have a chance to enjoy our fundraising casino, all in support of student scholarships.

Dress Code: Black Tie

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Our Keynote Speaker: Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine

Chancellor Howard Gillman is the sixth chancellor of the University of California, Irvine. He is an award-winning scholar and teacher with an expertise in the American Constitution and the Supreme Court. An alumnus of UCLA, he now holds faculty appointments in the UCI School of Law and the Department of Political Science. He also provides administrative oversight to, and serves as co-chair of the advisory board of, the University of California’s National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement. You can learn more about Chancellor Gillman here.

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Honorable Mention: Dean Jennifer Chatman, UC Berkeley Haas School of Business

Jennifer A. Chatman is the Bank of America Dean of the Haas School of Business. Prior to becoming dean, she held the Paul J. Cortese Distinguished Professorship in the Management of Organizations Group. She has served as Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, and from October to December 2023, she served as the school’s Acting Dean. She is also the Co-founder of the Berkeley Center for Workplace Culture and Innovation and co-hosts the podcast The Culture Kit with Jenny & Sameer with Sameer Srivastava. Chatman earned her PhD at Berkeley Haas, and her BA in Psychology from UC Berkeley. You can learn more about Dean Chatman here.

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About Our Charity: The University of California Trust

The UC Trust is a registered British Charity and serves as the charitable arm for the University of California system. Donors from the United Kingdom and Europe can access tax-effective giving options to any fund or scholarship at the ten UC campuses.

Proceeds from sponsorships, auctions, raffle prize draw, and casino will support scholarships for UC students to study abroad. Current study abroad students and scholarship recipients will even be present at the event!

We encourage Gala attendees to make a donation at the event, to study abroad or to any fund of their choice. You can also make a donation here.

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With Thanks to Our Sponsors

Stone King

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MASECO Private Wealth

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The University of California Trust has contracted with One Whitehall Place for the hire of facilities but is not part of or an agent for the venue.

If you are interested in joining the Planning Committee, would like to purchase a table, donate an item or experience to the auctions or raffle, or have a question about the event, please contact the University of California Trust at giving@californiahouse.org.uk.

Tickets are sold as non-refundable, sales are final, unless the Gala needs to be postponed or cancelled, in which case all tickets will be refunded. Should the Gala sell out in advance, we will operate an in-house returns and waiting list systems. Please contact the giving@californiahouse.org.uk to enquire further about this policy.

Photography/Filming: Please note photography, filming and/or recording will take place at this event. If you have questions or concerns, please speak to a member of staff on arrival.

By attending a University of California Trust event, you are agreeing to comply with our code of conduct. To learn more, please visit here.