For Alumni

One of the greatest strengths of the University of Virginia is our vast network of dedicated, successful alumni. From impactful businesses to transformative non-profits, our alumni are founding, scaling, and leading enterprises creating solutions for the world. One of the goals of UVA Innovates is to enrich and enable our powerful alumni network, connecting our alumni with student and faculty entrepreneurs and connecting our alumni with each other. 

Our alumni are part of an interconnected web of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. We encourage you to engage in our innovation ecosystem. Here are some ways to do so:

Connect with Fellow Alumni

Join the Entrepreneurship Alumni Professional Network

Alumni Professional Networks (APNs) are industry-aligned communities of UVA alumni supported by the UVA Alumni Association. APNs create opportunities for alumni to connect, network, and engage in industry-focused programming. Learn more and join the Entrepreneurship APN here.

Expand Your Network on Wahoo Connect

Wahoo Connect is the UVA Alumni Association’s online community for UVA alumni. Through Wahoo Connect, you can search our alumni directory, connect with fellow alumni individually and through shared interest groups, and access resources to develop and enrich your career. Think of it as the digital front door to connect with the UVA communities of your past, present and future.

Explore Career Engagement Programming 

The UVA Alumni Association’s Alumni Career Engagement team offers programming and resources to help alumni plan, develop, and manage their careers for a lifetime.

Join Our Virtual Community for Entrepreneurs 

UVA BUILT is a new software application that serves as a two-sided marketplace to connect entrepreneurs with the UVA entrepreneurial ecosystem. BUILT can help stimulate commercialization and monetization, spark innovative projects, and connect successful university alumni & sponsors to support students, faculty & fellow alumni startups. BUILT features access to university innovations, entrepreneur matchmaking, alumni, and a sponsor support network. Email innovates@virginia.edu to learn more about BUILT.

Volunteer to Serve as a Mentor

Entrepreneurial students and faculty alike often need the guidance of experienced mentors. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur, an industry leader, an active investor, or an accomplished expert in your field, you can provide valuable mentorship. If you are interested in connecting with entrepreneurial students, please contact The Foundry at foundry@virginia.edu. If you are interested in connecting with entrepreneurial researchers looking to commercialize their research, please contact the Enterprise Studio at lvg-estudio@virginia.edu.

Participate in Our Programs

We are always on the lookout for alumni to come share their experiences in the classroom, to participate on panels and at conferences, and to serve as judges for our various competitions.