Alumni Reunions
Reconnect. Reflect. Celebrate.
The annual Alumni Reunion Weekend (ARW) offers a blend of learning, networking, and community spirit. Whether you’re looking to engage in thought-provoking discussions, reminisce over lunch or a cocktail, or celebrate the achievements of fellow alumni – the ARW promises something for everyone.
What is the Alumni Reunion Weekend?
The Alumni Reunion Weekend is a signature event – bringing together GSB alumni from across the globe to relive their campus experience while forging new professional connections. The weekend is packed with engaging masterclasses, keynote presentations, and interactive sessions led by industry leaders and GSB faculty.
Whether you graduated five years ago or twenty, ARW offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with classmates, rediscover the value of your GSB education, and stay updated on developments within the alumni community.
3 PEAKS CHALLENGE
A Long Standing Traditional Event During Reunion Weekend
For those seeking adventure, the Three Peaks Challenge is a much-anticipated highlight of the Alumni Reunion Weekend. This annual hike/race invites participants to tackle Cape Town’s iconic peaks—Devil’s Peak, Table Mountain, and Lion’s Head—over the course of a single day. Alumni come together for a fun, physically challenging experience that strengthens bonds and fosters camaraderie.
The day concludes with a well-deserved celebration at the GSB’s Brig, where participants can relax and share their triumphs over food and drinks.
The ARW Awards
A key highlight of the Alumni Reunion Weekend is the prestigious ARW Awards ceremony, which honours outstanding alumni who have made significant contributions to their industries or to the GSB community.
Regular awards such as the Director’s Alumni Award, established in 2007, recognise alumni for their exceptional service in promoting the UCT GSB and strengthening alumni relationships.
The awards celebrate long-term contributions and the building of strong alumni networks. It’s an inspiring moment during the reunion weekend, where the GSB community comes together to celebrate the impact and achievements of its members. The recognition of these individuals reflects the values of leadership, innovation, and service that are at the heart of the UCT GSB.
Upcoming Event
Join Us for Alumni Reunion Weekend 2024!
RECONNECT, REFLECT, AND REIMAGINE
This year’s reunion will include impactful keynote presentations from esteemed professionals such as Dr. Catherine Duggan, Director of UCT GSB, as well as Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman, Founder of Gift of the Givers.
Saturday promises a full day of engaging discussions, thought-provoking keynotes, and interactive sessions. Our stellar lineup includes alumnus Anton Musgrave, a leading Futurist, Business Strategist, and Founder of Futureworld, and Kwena Mabotja, the Global Director of Sustainability Marketing at SAP. The final speaker is Raymond Ndlovu, Entrepreneur and the Executive Chairman of Serendipity Ventures, a privately owned investment company.
For just R600, your ticket covers entry for both days, including all meals and refreshments.
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Past Events
Alumni Reunion 2023
A look at an extraordinary world.
Our world has experienced many changes, significant shifts in the geo-political landscape and many global economies are facing an economic crisis.
In our world today, we realise that amidst these changes and crisis, lies the opportunity to build, reframe, and reimagine critical and complex issues. Through the lens of possibility, we explore the theme: A look at an extraordinary world.
Alumni Reunion 2021
The 2021 annual Alumni Reunion Weekend was hosted virtually for the second year in a row. Under the theme 'Knowledge Across Disciplines', we delved into how leaders are respond to global challenges with a multi-disciplined approach. Join us to learn about the exciting work UCT GSB faculty and students are working on, and catch up with fellow alumni virtually at The Brig.
Alumni Reunion 2020
The UCT GSB’s annual alumni reunion weekend is traditionally held toward the end of October and offers alumni the chance to connect with old friends, build trusted partnerships and expand their networks. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the alumni reunion was held virtually for the first time in 2020, making it possible for alumni from across the globe to join their peers. The UCT GSB’s alumni community is a significant part of the reason why the school continues to thrive and make an impact in the world.