Join us for UCalgary Alumni’s annual celebration of the best of UCalgary! Enjoy two weeks of thought-provoking and fun in-person and virtual sessions, experiences and special offers.
See the full lineup below, designed to help you discover new ideas, explore what UCalgary has to offer and maybe even spark a new passion!
Alumni All-Access is open to everyone — alumni, community members and their families. Space may be limited, so we encourage you to sign up as early as possible.
Oct. 15 | 12 p.m., MT | Virtual
How to Stay One Step Ahead of Cybercrime
Join our interactive webinar for practical cybersecurity tips — to protect your data, finances, passwords, and more — and keep you and your family cyber smart and cyber safe.
Oct. 16 | 6:30 p.m.| Online
Arch Awards
The Arch Awards are the highest honour awarded by the UCalgary Alumni Association. Since 1985, they have celebrated bold alumni who have transformed business and community, art and technology, sport and health, for the betterment of all.
Oct. 18 | 4 p.m. (women’s) & 6 p.m. (men’s) | In-person
Dinos Volleyball Games
Come out and cheer on your Dinos for their home opener weekend in a double-header with both the men’s and women’s teams — FREE for UCalgary alumni!
Oct. 19 | 1:00 p.m.| In-person
Alumni LEGO Challenge
Join LEGO Masters season three runners-up Stephen and Stephen for an epic challenge, where you get to become the star of the show! As a team of two, you’ll create a LEGO build based on the surprise prompt, with some twists along the way.
Oct. 20 | 12 p.m. | Virtual
Being Human at Work: Thriving with Soft Skills in an AI-Powered World
Join us for a lunch-hour session on how to thrive as a professional in an increasingly AI-powered world through the strength of soft skills.
Oct. 20 | 12 p.m. | In-person
Now Innovating Live Recording
This is your chance to be part of a live audience! Join us on campus for a live recording of this exciting research-to-impact series.
Oct. 20 | 6:30 p.m. | In-person
Reimagining Care Ethics in Aging Communities
Join this pop-up performance lecture to learn about the complex challenges facing contemporary care workers.
Oct. 21 | 10 a.m. | In-person
Field Trip: Discover the Aerospace Innovation Hub
Take a field trip to Innovate Calgary’s lab, where cutting-edge ideas, research, and startups are shaping the future of space and aviation.
Oct. 21 | 12 p.m., MT | Virtual
From Idea to App: How Anyone Can Build with Vibe Coding
Join this session for an introduction to the world of SaaS and mobile app development through Vibe Coding — a modern, user-friendly platform. No prior tech experience needed!
Oct. 21 | 6 p.m. | In-person
Ladle UP! Volunteer for Food Prep
Join UCalgary’s Soup Squad! Prep ingredients for fresh student meals, reconnect with alumni and help make a difference.
Oct. 22 | 4:30 p.m. | In-person
Gen AI Tools for the K-12 Classroom
Are you a teacher looking to find practical ways to integrate generative AI into your classroom? Join this workshop to explore new applications, share ideas, and reimagine teaching and learning together.
Oct. 23 | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. | In-person
Field Trip: Journey into Innovation
Explore the future of life sciences innovation and discover how we turn cutting-edge research into real-world products at Innovate Calgary’s Life Sciences Hub.
Oct. 23 | 12 p.m., MT | Virtual
Embracing Neurodiversity: Understanding ADHD in the Workplace
Join Dr. Gurdeep Parhar, MD, for an insightful exploration into Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and its impact within professional environments.
Oct. 23 | 5 p.m. | In-person
Science in the Cinema: Warrior Fathers
Join us for an evening of entertainment and learning! The film will be followed by a Q&A with film director Chris Hsiung, star Thomas Snow, and UCalgary faculty members.
Oct. 24 | 12 p.m. | In-person
Writing Workshop: Painting a Scene Through Words
Join award-winning UCalgary Continuing Education instructor Heather Clitheroe to transform your writing by learning to form vivid descriptions.
Oct. 24 | 5 p.m. | Online
Let's Talk Fantasy Romance
Join bestselling novelist Danielle L. Jensen for a reading from her latest book and an insightful panel discussion about fantasy romance, the genre captivating audiences around the world.
Oct. 25 | 9 a.m. | In-person
UCalgary Open House
Do you have a student in your life thinking about attending UCalgary in the future? Join us to learn more about UCalgary and don’t forget to stop by the Alumni booth to say hi!
Oct. 25 | 10 a.m. | In-person and online
What Canada Can Learn from Global Climate Migration Policies
Join us for a Saturday Morning at the Law School to explore gaps in Canada’s immigration law on climate migration, drawing on examples from leading countries addressing the issue.
Oct. 29 | 5 p.m. | In-person
The Science Behind Zombie Ants
Join 2025 Arch Award recipient Dr. Chenhua Li, PhD’23 — known for her work on the infamous “zombie ant” phenomenon — for an exclusive lecture, just in time for Halloween.
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Volunteer at Alumni All-Access
Looking for other ways to get the most out of Alumni All-Access? Volunteer with us! Sign up through our volunteer portal for the chance to help with everything from wayfinding to checking in guests.
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Alumni programs are made possible through the generous support of UCalgary Alumni Association Partners TD Insurance and Manulife.