Black and Latino Alumni Group at NYU Stern
Welcome to the Black and Latino Alumni Group at Stern! Join us as we foster community, connect alumni across degree programs, and support student initiatives. Explore the power of identity affinity with us.
BALA Mission Statement
The Black and Latino Alumni (BALA) Group fosters engagement and support within the NYU Stern community. Events, in partnership with school offices, cater to prospective students, current students, and alumni. Join us for diverse programming, including MBA Admissions events, undergraduate programs, and thought leadership sessions for Hispanic Heritage and Black History Months, alongside various social and educational events throughout the year.
BALA Goals
Aligned with the Stern Alumni Council’s broader objectives, BALA is dedicated to fostering a more vibrant BALA community. Our key goals include reinforcing the BALA brand, showcasing the diversity within our alumni network, and actively involving current Breakthrough and Berkley Achievement Scholars, SEAD and AHBBS students to cultivate a pipeline of future BALA members. Join us for year-round engagement!
BALA Activities
Join us at BALA for a rich array of events celebrating diversity and community. From thought-provoking Black History Month and Juneteenth programming to vibrant Hispanic Heritage Month events, we offer engaging opportunities for connection and reflection. Engage, connect, and celebrate with us!
Contact Us
Join the BALA Stern Network Group
Reach out to our representatives:
Devon McLeod (BS’17), Co-Chair
Catherine Cantave (MBA ‘10), Co-Chair
For further assistance, email Ava Danville, Director of Alumni Diversity and Inclusion, at ava.danville@stern.nyu.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!
