Alumni Professional Networks (APNs) are industry-aligned communities of UVA alumni supported by the UVA Alumni Association. APNs create opportunities for alumni to connect, network, and engage in industry-focused programming.
Complete the Join a Network form to stay in the know about upcoming APN programming and start connecting with alumni in your field on LinkedIn.
Networks
After completing the Join a Network form, you can connect with members of your APN on LinkedIn and participate in upcoming Let’s Network virtual events.
Business
Example careers: Finance & Banking; Real Estate; Consulting; Management & Business Operations; Advertising & Marketing
Advisory council: Veronica Gordon (Col class of ’04, Educ class of ’09, Darden class of ’24); Willoughby Hardesty (Batten class of ’25, Com class of ’26); Akanksha Tibrewala (Engr class of ’26)
Creative
Example careers: Media & Communications; Visual Art & Design; Sports & Entertainment; Museum & Gallery; Advertising & Marketing
Advisory council: Libby Jefferson (Col class of ’05); Kimberley Kaiserman (Col class of ’83)
Education
Example careers: Student Services; Teaching & Instruction; Training & Development; Higher Education Administration; Education Technology; Education Leadership & Policy; Library & Information Services
Advisory council: Maggie Thornton (Col class of ’08, Educ class of ’11, class of ’21)
Entrepreneurship
Example careers: Founders, Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners; Venture Capital, Angel Investing & Private Equity; Production, Innovation & Business Development; Startup Advisory, Consultancy & Professional Services; Corporate Innovation & New Venture Development
Advisory council: Clare Bennett (Col class of ’12); Courtney Cuppernull (Batten class of ’18); Veronica Gordon (Col class of ’04, Educ class of ’09, Darden class of ’24); Willoughby Hardesty (Batten class of ’25, Com class of ’26); Akanksha Tibrewala (Engr class of ’26)
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Example careers: Medical Professions; Administration & Management; Public Health & Policy; Mental Health & Counseling; Information & Analytics; Biotechnology & Pharma
Advisory council: Emma Donatelli (Engr class of ’23); Obi Ezeife (Darden class of ’27); Adam Luo (Grad class of ’20); Akanksha Tibrewala (Engr class of ’26); Jordan Word (Engr class of ’19, class of ’20)
Government & Public Service
Example careers: International Affairs & Diplomacy; Global Humanitarian International Development; Nonprofits & NGOs; Intelligence & Security; Government (federal, state, local); Politics, Policy & Lobbying; Peace Corps
Advisory council: Veronica Gordon (Col class of ’04, Educ class of ’09, Darden class of ’24); Alex Wilson (Com class of ’13, Engr class of ’20)
Technology
Example careers: Data Science & Analytics; Web, App & Software Development; Computer Science; Engineering
Advisory council: Shriya Misra (Darden class of ’23)
Sustainability
Example careers: Clean Energy; Environmental Justice; Sustainability in Business; Food Security & Agriculture; Environmental Science & Conservation
Join an APN Advisory Council
Looking for a meaningful way to stay connected to UVA and fellow Hoos? The Alumni Professional Network (APN) Advisory Councils bring together alumni from shared industries to help shape relevant programming, share insights, and strengthen career-focused connections across the UVA community. Designed for busy professionals, this is a flexible, low-commitment opportunity to expand your network, influence the future of alumni engagement, and give back in a way that fits your schedule. Whether you have ideas, expertise, connections, or simply a passion for helping fellow alumni succeed, your voice can make a real impact. Interested in getting involved? Email apn@virginia.edu to learn more or join an APN Advisory Council.