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Please email [email protected], to alert us of your intent to purchase a table, ticket or program advertisement by check.
Make checks payable to: Cornell Black Alumni Association, Inc.
Mail to:
Cornell Black Alumni Association
P.O. Box 150516
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Memo: "CBAA Gala Tickets" or "CBAA Program Ads"
Please note: Check payments are not confirmed until received and deposited by our team.
CBAA Turns 50!
Join us in the nation's capital for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 50 years of Black excellence, legacy, and impact at Cornell University. The CBAA 50th Anniversary Gala brings together alumni, students, leaders, and partners to honor those who paved the way, uplift future scholars, and showcase the power of community, culture, and collective investment.
Gala Event Details
Location: Washington, D.C.
Venue & Host Hotel: The Westin DC Downtown
999 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Date & Time: Saturday, April 25 | 6:00 PM
Attire: Formal / Black Tie
Parking: Valet parking available
The evening will feature a cocktail reception, formal dinner, live entertainment, and the presentation of awards and scholarships that reflect the heart of CBAA's mission and legacy.
Guests are encouraged to reserve accommodations through our exclusive hotel room block at The Westin DC Downtown. Availability is limited.
Hotel Room Block:
https://book.passkey.com/go/Cornell50th
Call: 1-800 228 9290; reference "Cornell Black Alumni Association 50th Anniversary Gala"
More Information:
Email us at [email protected]
CBAA 50th Anniversary Weekend Schedule
Washington, D.C. | April 24-26, 2026
Friday | April 24
Welcome Home
Evening Welcome Reception
Young Alumni & Decade Meetups
Saturday | April 25
Legacy & Celebration
Morning: Anniversary Panel
Evening: 50th Anniversary Gala
Late-Night: Gala After Party
Sunday | April 26
Reflection & Community
Optional Worship Service
NMAAHC Museum Experience
Optional Community Service
Our Story
Founded in 1976, the Cornell Black Alumni Association (CBAA) was established to create a strong communication network and community for Black alumni of Cornell University. Over the past five decades, CBAA's mission and impact have grown significantly, resulting in programs that meaningfully support alumni engagement and student success.
Through four core pillars-Recruitment, Mentorship, Updates, and Scholarships-CBAA empowers alumni to broaden opportunities for African Americans, support talented Black students in accessing the Cornell experience, and inspire future generations to pursue higher education. We remain committed to working alongside Cornell and our community partners to strengthen opportunities for Black students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
Come celebrate our past, invest in our future, and honor the leaders shaping tomorrow.
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