Register for the 100/50 Celebration Gala on October 9!

Published on September 19, 2023

All alumni are invited to attend the 100/50: Embracing Our Legacy Celebration Gala on Monday, October 9, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.

This momentous event commemorates the 100th anniversary of CBS's first matriculated Black student, Theodora Rutherford (Class of 1924), and the 50th anniversary of the Black Business Students Association (BBSA).

Special guest deejay D-Nice will bring musical flavor to the evening’s programming. Additionally, Dean Costis Maglaras will discuss this historic milestone, while former Vice Dean Safwan Masri will revive his auctioneer skills in a special nod to past BBSA traditions. 

Secure your event tickets today for an amazing night of music and exceptional company. All proceeds from the Gala will directly benefit the African American Alumni Association (4A) Scholarship Fund which supports future generations of Black student leaders at the School.

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