Memberships

The Value of Being a CBAA Member

Since its inception in 1976, CBAA has enabled Black alumni far and wide to stay connected and kindle new friendships through a variety of local and national activities.


CBAA Membership brings you:

  • CBAA updates and other information on CBAA events nationwide
  • Alumni networking, volunteer and social activities
  • Student recruitment and mentoring opportunities
  • Fundraising for the James and Janice Turner Endowment
  • Up-to-date information on campus events and student activities
  • Scholarship and other programs to foster excellence in Black students
  • Lifetime friendships

We are also expanding co-sponsorship of events with other Cornell clubs to maximize opportunities for you to participate and contribute.



Join us in making a difference in our community.

CBAA's ability to offer meaningful programs and activities depends on your participation. Please join by completing the enclosed form or by downloading the online membership application.


  • Lifetime Member
    Duration
    Lifetime
    Package price
    $475

    Lifetime Member $475

    One Payment

    ●      Official membership in the organization; 

    ●      Voting privileges at official meetings; 

    ●      Eligibility to run for an Executive Board position (alumni only); 

    ●      Ability to call a special meeting of the general membership (by written request of 40 members)

    ●      Access to all events, official meetings

    ●      Lifetime Member Status

    ●      All Annual Member Benefits

    ●      25% Discount on the CBAA Store

    ●      Special Lifetime Apparel

    ●      The Lifetime Lounge at Reunions and Homecomings: an exclusive space for lifetime members to relax, socialize, etc. similar to an airline VIP lounge

    ●      First Look at Events/Pre-Released Merchandise

  • Annual Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $50

    Annual Membership $50/Year

    Automatic Renewal

    ●      Official membership in the organization; 

    ●      Voting privileges at official meetings; 

    ●      Eligibility to run for an Executive Board position (alumni only); 

    ●      Ability to call a special meeting of the general membership (by written request of 40 members)

    ●      Access to all events, official meetings

  • Recent Graduate (Class of 2024)
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $50

    Free membership for the 1st year; then auto-renewal of annual membership ($50/year)

    ●      Official membership in the organization; 

    ●      Voting privileges at official meetings; 

    ●      Eligibility to run for an Executive Board position (alumni only); 

    ●      Access to all events, official meetings

    ●      Access to the CBAA Facebook group

  • Graduate/Professional Student Membership (Free)
    Duration
    36 months
    Package price
    Free

    Cornell Graduate and Professional Students receive three (3) Years of Free membership!


    You must be currently enrolled in a Cornell Graduate or Professional School to apply for this membership type!

    You receive the full benefits of Annual members with no cost while you are a student!

  • Fourth Year Undergrad - Student Member
    Duration
    24 months
    Package price
    Free

    For the Class of 2024, please select this membership option!!


    Full membership benefits for students + access to amazing alumni directory!

  • Third Year Undergrad - Student Member
    Duration
    36 months
    Package price
    Free

    Full membership for students + access to our amazing alumni directory!

  • Second Year Undergrad - Student Member
    Duration
    48 months
    Package price
    Free

    Full membership benefits for students + access to our amazing alumni directory!

  • First Year Undergrad - Student Member
    Duration
    60 months
    Package price
    Free

    Full Membership benefits for students + access to our amazing alumni directory!

  • Faculty/Staff Annual Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $40

    Faculty and Staff of Cornell CBAA Membership