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Alumni Engagement

Stay connected

Eckerd wouldn’t be the vibrant community that it is without the support of alumni like you. Whether you volunteer your time to mentor students, make a gift, network with one another or provide your input on campus happenings, your participation makes waves at our beloved College.

We hope to connect with all alumni in one way or another! Regardless of your availability, location, interests, skills and age, we have a place for you. Review our alumni benefits or browse other ways to get involved.

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Alumni benefits

On-campus

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ARMACOST LIBRARY

Access the library to check out books, utilize study rooms and more.

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ATHLETICS GAMES

Cheer on fellow Tritons at a game near you!

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FACILITIES RENTALS

Alumni receive a 10% discount on campus space rentals. Contact the Events and Conferences Director at 727.864.8828 for more information.

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ECKERD POOL

Access the pool by passing the swim test and signing this waiver. The pool is subject to closing or reduced hours between college sessions. Please contact the Office of Campus Activities at campusactivities@eckerd.edu for up-to-date information.

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THEATRE PRODUCTIONS

Tickets to productions at Bininger Theater are $5 for Eckerd alumni. Payment is only available by cash or Venmo at the door.

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WATERFRONT COMPLEX

Rent equipment and boats or take classes by passing the swim test and signing this waiver. Please note that the Waterfront is closed to guests from June through August.

Professional development

  • Career Center
    Utilize the lifelong resources available to alumni: meet with a career advisor, browse jobs on TritonTrack, become and/or connect with a Career Contact and more.
  • Eckerd LinkedIn Networking Group
    Build Eckerd connections to find jobs, internships and more.
  • Transcripts
    Place transcript orders or ask the Registrar questions about your degree.
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Lifelong learning

  • Academy of Senior Professionals at Eckerd College (ASPEC)
    ASPEC is a continuing education organization whose members come from diverse backgrounds but share a common belief that lifelong learning is a great way to engage the intellect for the pure joy of learning and to develop new friends and lasting relationships. Eckerd alumni are exempt from paying initiation fees.
  • Leadership Development Institute
    Further your leadership skills with internationally acclaimed programs. Benefit from an alumni discount on the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile® (EMP) and the Conflict Dynamics Profile® (CDP) courses.
  • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
    OLLI at Eckerd College offers life-enriching experiences for adult learners. This nonprofit education program ranges from one-session lectures to
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Triton Travels

Eckerd is ranked No. 1 among U.S. colleges for short-term study abroad by the Institute for International Education. Why should that stop after graduation? Travel abroad with your fellow alumni to various destinations for an educational, cultural and social experience.

  • OLLI Study Travel
    Choose from a variety of travel opportunities for a chance to experience trips curated and escorted by OLLI at Eckerd College staff and faculty.
  • London Study Centre (Gower Street)
    When not occupied by students and/or other groups, Gower Street is available for alumni to rent rooms at a minimal charge. Contact the Office of Global Education at globaled@eckerd.edu for additional information.