a·luum [pronounced “ah-loom”] [ˈɑˌluːm]
After graduation, many alumni face an uphill battle. Career centers and alumni associations offer limited support, leaving most graduates to figure out their careers on their own. Recent grads often stumble into the wrong career, and the connections that once felt accessible during college quickly fade. When institutions do reach out, it’s often just for fundraising, leaving alumni at all stages questioning the value of a lifetime membership that scarcely delivers tangible benefits. The current system isn’t enough — there needs to be a better solution.
Introducing Aluum
Aluum bridges the gaps that alumni associations and universities leave behind, offering a social and professional platform tailored exclusively for alumni. Built for recent grads, seasoned professionals, and even current students, it connects alumni across all U.S. universities to meet, collaborate, and thrive.
More than just a networking tool, Aluum empowers alumni to build meaningful relationships, grow professional connections, seek or provide mentorship, raise private equity, cheer on their alma mater, and access exclusive perks. With a fully vetted network, every connection is safe, secure, and meaningful — creating a trusted space where alumni truly belong.
What does “Aluum” mean?
At its heart, Aluum is inspired by the Latin word alumen, meaning “foundation” or “support.” Much like its origins, Aluum represents the bedrock upon which alumni, undergraduates, and universities can come together to forge deeper, more meaningful connections.
We chose this name because it embodies our mission: to empower alumni networks with tools that not only strengthen their communities but also redefine how they engage in peer-to-peer connections, mentorships, job search, and more.
What we do
At Aluum, we’ve reimagined the digital space for alumni and university engagement. Unlike platforms like Facebook or LinkedIn, Aluum provides a curated and secure environment for:
- Trusted Peer-to-Peer Connections: When you join your university’s space on Aluum, you’ll be in a safe community of only fellow alumni.
- Memory Sharing: Reconnect with the people that made college unforgettable by sharing memories to the newsfeed.
- Mentorships: Alumni can guide the next generation, fostering meaningful career and personal growth.
- Job Boards: Members connect with vetted peers, ensuring quality and trust in every opportunity.
- Direct Messaging: Tools that make engaging alumni simple and impactful.
- Deals: Explore and enjoy discounts tailored for you.
Looking ahead
Our goal with Aluum is to build a better-connected world where alumni are empowered to work together for mutual greatness. This means:
- College undergraduates will have better avenues for developing their professional networks, resulting in better post-graduate employment opportunities.
- Alumni will have access to a social and professional community that sets them up for a lifetime of success.
- Distant alumni can rekindle old connections and pass on their knowledge to other generations, all in one safe and trusted community.
We’re thrilled to have you join us on this journey. Welcome to Aluum — your home for connections beyond the campus.
