Mission of the Alumni Association
The Alumni Association champions and serves our alumni and the Institute through programming and engagement that fosters lifelong relationships and philanthropic support.
Build Community
Create an alumni community that promotes service, sustains lifelong relationships, expands access, and champions all Georgia Tech alumni.
Amplify Impact
Partner with alumni, the Institute, friends, and industry to increase the impact and reach of the Alumni Association and the Institute.
Lead by Example
Invest in the tools, skills, processes, and people that enable the Alumni Association to be a high performing organization.
Build Your Career at the Alumni Association
Join Our Team
Foster lifelong relationships among alumni and lead major initiatives as an Alumni Association team member. Established in 1908, the Georgia Tech Alumni Association is a separate, legal, 501(c)3 not-for-profit recognized by Georgia Tech and the State of Georgia as an affiliated organization.
Partner With Us
Gain unparalleled visibility by partnering with the Georgia Tech Alumni Association. By sponsoring the Association’s flagship programs, brands increase their reputation among diverse, highly successful alumni while showcasing a commitment to excellence, forging connections with decision-makers, and contributing to a vibrant community that spans industries and the globe.
Contact Us:
Georgia Tech Alumni Association
190 North Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30313-2550
Phone: 404-894-2391
Fax: 404-894-5113
Email: info@gtalumni.org
Directions:
From I-75/85 North:
Take Exit #249D (Spring Street, West Peachtree Street).
At the top of the exit ramp, go through the first intersection (Spring Street).
At the next intersection (West Peachtree), turn left.
Continue on West Peachtree for approximately one block and turn left onto North Avenue.
Cross over the interstate and Techwood Drive.
On the left you will come to a large parking lot called Visitor 1 Lot. Simply pull to the gate (on the left once inside the lot) and take a ticket.
From I-75/85 South:
Take Exit #249D (North Avenue).
At the top of the exit ramp, turn right onto North Ave.
Continue on North Ave. approximately 1.5 blocks through the traffic light at Techwood Drive.
On the left you will come to a large parking lot called Visitor 1 Lot. Simply pull to the Visitor 1 gate (on the left once inside the lot) and take a ticket.
The Alumni Association's Annual Report
In fiscal year 2024 (ending June 30, 2024), the count of living alumni exceeded 200,000, Georgia Tech received national accolades, and Roll Call raised $7.8 million to support current and future Yellow Jackets.
History of the Georgia Tech Alumni Association
The Georgia Tech Alumni Association was formed in 1898 by Tech’s first graduate, Henry L. Smith, ME 1890, who called upon his peers to meet regularly to promote the school with the encouragement of President Lyman Hall. His speech, “United We Stand,” urged fellow alumni to be loyal to Georgia Tech. He was appointed president of the group and held occasional meetings known as “smokers.”
In 1900, Smith moved to Dalton, GA and regular meetings ended. Alumni R. “Pud” Lowndes, Jr. ME 1903 and J. B. McCrary, ME 1891 filed for a charter in Fulton County in 1906. The charter was granted in 1908; however, no officers were elected, and the group gathered infrequently usually at commencement time.
In 1919, W.H. Glenn, ME 1891, led a complete reorganization effort. He did not have a title but led regular, formal meetings.
In 1922, Albert H. Staton, ME 1922, took on the position of editor/secretary with the added responsibility of producing an alumni magazine. After a few months, Staton was replaced by future Dean George Griffin, CE 1922, who filled in temporarily.
In 1923, R.J. “Jack” Thiesen, EE 1910, began a twenty-eight year tenure as the executive secretary and magazine editor.
Howard Ector, IM 1940, stepped in temporarily until W. Roane Beard, IM 1940, took up the role of executive secretary and editor in May of 1951. Beard retired in 1977 and was named emeritus secretary in 1978.
In 1953, Robert “Bob” Wallace, IM 1949, was hired as the editor, permanently relieving the executive secretary from the responsibility.
Robert H. “Bob” Rice, IM 1949, became the executive secretary in 1977, serving until he retired in 1985.
John B. Carter, Jr., IE 1969, became the executive director of the association in 1985, after serving as the director of marketing. He led the association until 1999, when he left for a position with the Georgia Tech Foundation.
Joseph P. Irwin, IM 1980, became executive director in 1999. Though the title was changed to president. He retired in 2019 and Dene Sheheane, MGT 1991 became president of the Georgia Tech Alumni Association.
In 1900, Smith moved to Dalton, GA and regular meetings ended. Alumni R. “Pud” Lowndes, Jr. ME 1903 and J. B. McCrary, ME 1891 filed for a charter in Fulton County in 1906. The charter was granted in 1908; however, no officers were elected, and the group gathered infrequently usually at commencement time.
In 1919, W.H. Glenn, ME 1891, led a complete reorganization effort. He did not have a title but led regular, formal meetings.
In 1922, Albert H. Staton, ME 1922, took on the position of editor/secretary with the added responsibility of producing an alumni magazine. After a few months, Staton was replaced by future Dean George Griffin, CE 1922, who filled in temporarily.
In 1923, R.J. “Jack” Thiesen, EE 1910, began a twenty-eight year tenure as the executive secretary and magazine editor.
Howard Ector, IM 1940, stepped in temporarily until W. Roane Beard, IM 1940, took up the role of executive secretary and editor in May of 1951. Beard retired in 1977 and was named emeritus secretary in 1978.
In 1953, Robert “Bob” Wallace, IM 1949, was hired as the editor, permanently relieving the executive secretary from the responsibility.
Robert H. “Bob” Rice, IM 1949, became the executive secretary in 1977, serving until he retired in 1985.
John B. Carter, Jr., IE 1969, became the executive director of the association in 1985, after serving as the director of marketing. He led the association until 1999, when he left for a position with the Georgia Tech Foundation.
Joseph P. Irwin, IM 1980, became executive director in 1999. Though the title was changed to president. He retired in 2019 and Dene Sheheane, MGT 1991 became president of the Georgia Tech Alumni Association.