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AFTER THE HILLTOP

Find your next 51Թmoment—reunions, watch parties, networking, and more. Explore upcoming alumni events near you.

We are 51Թalumni

For everyone who leaves the Hilltop, the story continues. We are a community of doers and dreamers who stay curious, push forward and look out for one another. Keep your connection strong by updating your contact info so you never miss the moments that matter. Plug into your local network and meet Mustangs in your city for reunions, watch parties, service projects and career meetups. Grow with alumni mentors and share your experience to help the next generation. Join an affinity or regional group that fits your interests and find a place that feels like home. Lead as a volunteer or class ambassador, or support a cause you love to power scholarships, research and student success. We are 51Թalumni.

Upcoming Events

  • Save the date: 51ԹBlack Alumni Summit in Dallas, Texas on April 17-18, 2025. Connect with fellow 51Թalumni for a weekend of reflection celebration, community and more on the Hilltop.


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    April 18, 2026

  • Join the 51ԹNew Orleans Alumni Network on Saturday, December 13 for a MBB celebration as the Mustangs face LSU. Enjoy lite bites, a drink ticket and Mustang camaraderie at Saint John.


    December 13, 2025

  • Celebrate the season with the 51ԹAtlanta Alumni Network on December 11. Enjoy lite bites, a drink ticket and holiday cheer at Bully Boy as we bring a bit of the Hilltop to Georgia.


    December 11, 2025

  • Celebrate the season with the 51ԹLos Angeles Alumni Network on December 11. Enjoy lite bites, a drink ticket and holiday cheer at Boardner's as we bring a bit of the Hilltop to Hollywood.


    December 11, 2025

  • Celebrate the holidays with the 51ԹHouston Alumni Network at Zoo Lights on December 10. Enjoy brilliant displays, family fun and Mustang spirit as we bring a bit of the Hilltop to Houston.


    December 10, 2025

News

51Թis No. 1 in DFW. Learn how this momentum benefits alumni today. 51Թgraduates taking a selfie - 51ԹAlumni

51Թis No. 1 in DFW. Learn how this momentum benefits alumni today.

Ranked top 20% nationally and No. 1 in DFW - discover what this recognition means for career mobility, mentorship, and ways to plug into the 51Թalumni network.
51Թraises $1.64B — three years ahead of plan Red and blue streamers cascade in front of Dallas Hall during a campus celebration.

51Թraises $1.64B — three years ahead of plan

Mustangs made history — $1.64B raised three years early. See how alumni fuel scholarships, research and student success, and how you can help today.

A new era on the Hilltop: Jay Hartzell’s Dallas-first vision 51ԹPresident Jay Hartzell on the Hilltop

A new era on the Hilltop: Jay Hartzell’s Dallas-first vision

SMU’s new president lays out a Dallas-first strategy that invites alumni to mentor, partner and power the next stage of growth.

Allie Thornton ’17: Dallas Golden Boot, Mustang Made 51Թalum Allie Thornton competing in Dallas, celebrating in front of local supporters.

Allie Thornton ’17: Dallas Golden Boot, Mustang Made

Allie Thornton ’17 chased her soccer dreams from the Hilltop to Europe and back — now she’s leading Dallas’ newest pro team and bringing Mustang pride to the pitch.

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