How You Can Help - Alumni

Upholding Reed’s Values and Supporting Our College

Reed alumni have a long history of standing up for academic freedom, critical inquiry, and inclusive education. In response to growing political interference in higher education, President Audrey Bilger recently joined more than 400 institutions in publicly affirming these values. Now, we're inviting Reedies everywhere to take meaningful action.

Thank you for showing up for Reed and helping us build a future grounded in intellectual freedom and community connection.

Questions or want to get more involved? Email us at alumni@reed.edu.

Take Action with the Alumni Community: How You Can Help

1. Write to Your Representatives

Add your voice to the call for institutional autonomy and academic freedom. Please reach out to your Representative or Senator to share your views and support higher education at Reed and beyond.

Use this sample email to contact your representatives.

2. Make Yourself Reachable

Help students and fellow alumni find you by updating your IRIS profile. Being visible helps build a stronger, more connected community.

3. Join a Professional Network

Reed alumni are organizing across industries. Volunteer to lead a conversation, host a virtual meetup, or share career advice.

Join a network or explore opportunities

4. Connect Locally

Regional chapters are one of the best ways to stay involved. Find Reedies in your city and help build community where you live.

Explore chapters near you

5. Share Reed’s Message

Amplify Reed’s stance by sharing President Bilger’s statement or telling your own story about what Reed’s mission means to you.

Read and share the full statement

6. Give to the Annual Fund

Gifts of any size help Reed remain resilient, independent, and committed to its values.

Make a gift today

The World Needs More Reedies

Reed alumni contribute to meaningful change in the communities and industries they serve. Reedie researchers, scientists, and scholars help to make the world a better place.