Alumni Community
Mark Your Calendar in Scarlet
Friday, February 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. | Mountain Creek Resort, Vernon
Amazon leaders Jared Saul and Leo Zhadanovsky credit Rutgers for their successful careers and returned to campus to inspire others with their innovative ideas. They are among more than 2,000 Rutgers alumni who work for the retail and technology giant.
Two Rutgers centenarians celebrated major milestone birthdays—Elizabeth (Betty) Barrett turned 105 and Bob Archibald is celebrating his 102nd birthday.
Five outstanding graduates who have been deeply involved in supporting the university will be inducted into the Rutgers Hall of Distinguished Alumni at a ceremony in April.
The Arinzehs returned home to experience Rutgers homecoming together.
Leaders and alumni gathered at the New Jersey League of Municipalities Annual Conference.
Renowned New Jersey neurosurgeon Ciro Randazzo credits Rutgers for inspiring his career.
An endowed scholarship that supports nontraditional Rutgers School of Nursing–Camden students was created in memory of Lauren Rose Albert, a mother of three. This year’s recipient—a young mother who suffered the loss of her husband—is committed to honoring his memory by supporting mental health for veterans.
After his time in the U.S. Army and New Jersey National Guard, Daylen Osmer now offers support to fellow Rutgers alumni veterans.
Rutgers–Newark alumnus John Felicetti views his endowed scholarship for the Honors Living Learning Community in Newark as a way to support future generations.
Rutgers is Here for You
Need advice on your job search? Looking for a career mentor? Maybe you’d like to mentor a Rutgers student yourself? The RUAA can connect you with career resources and opportunities, including networking sessions, and workshops.
Need a copy of your Rutgers transcript for graduate school or a job application? Request a transcript online.
To update your contact information, share personal or professional news, or to report an alumnus/alumna death, please complete this form.
Hall of Distinguished Alumni
Rutgers’ Most Distinguished Alumni
The Rutgers Hall of Distinguished Alumni recognizes graduates who embody the Scarlet Forever ideal and push it further in ways that change the world and strengthen their alma mater—now and for future generations. Each year, Rutgers selects and celebrates these extraordinary individuals to highlight the rich history, enduring values, and far-reaching aspirations of the Rutgers alumni community.
Awards
We celebrate alumni excellence university-wide. Listed here are alumni awards that showcase remarkable alumni across campuses, schools, and groups who excel in their industry, volunteerism, support of student success, and service to alma mater.
