
What we’re about
Welcome to the South Bay chapter of the UC Berkeley Engineering Alumni Society!
We’re a vibrant community of UC Berkeley Engineering, Computer Science and Chemical Engineering grads living or working in the South Bay area—from San Jose to Sunnyvale, Mountain View to Santa Clara. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, this group is your gateway to reconnecting with fellow Bears, expanding your network, and staying plugged into the world of innovation and engineering.
👥 What We Do
• Host regular meetups for networking, career growth, and collaboration
• Share insights on emerging tech, startups, and industry trends
• Foster mentorship and support across generations of Berkeley engineers
• Celebrate our shared Cal spirit with social events and mixers
We’ve been meeting twice a year since 2004, building a strong tradition of connection, collaboration, and Cal pride.
Join us to build meaningful connections, exchange ideas, and keep the Berkeley Engineering legacy thriving in the heart of Silicon Valley.
🎯 Who Should Join
This group is open to all UC Berkeley Engineering, Computer Science and Chemical Engineering alumni—regardless of graduation year or discipline—who live or work in the South Bay area. If you're passionate about innovation, collaboration, and keeping the Cal spirit alive, we’d love to have you.
💰 Dues or Fees
There are no membership dues. Most events are free to attend, but please note that food and drink are the responsibility of each attendee unless otherwise specified.
🏛️ Affiliation
We are an official chapter of the UC Berkeley Engineering Alumni Society, supported by the Berkeley Engineering Alumni Relations Office. Our mission is to foster lifelong connections among alumni and strengthen the Berkeley Engineering community beyond campus.
Go Bears!
Upcoming events
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South Bay UC Berkeley Engineering Alumni Meetup Nov 19, 2025
Duke of Edinburgh, 10801 North Wolfe Road, Cupertino, CA, USHello South Bay Cal Engineering, Computer Science and Chemical Engineering Alumni.
It's time meet some fellow alumni. Silicon Valley has been lackluster for a while, making networking more important than ever. Come on out to Duke's -- a British pub in Cupertino across the street from the Apple spaceship.
Who: Cal Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering Alumni and friends
What: Alumni Networking
When: Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025, 6 - 9 pm -- come straight from work.
Where: Duke of Edinburgh, 10801 N. Wolfe Rd, Cupertino; Tel: (408) 446-3853Please join us in the back area of the restaurant.
LinkedIn Group: UC Berkeley Engineering Alumni Society (South Bay)
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/1851655Facebook Group: UC Berkeley Engineering Alumni Society (South Bay)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/UCBerkeleyAlumniSouthBay/If you have any questions, comments or wish to RSVP, please contact: chris@applehome.com
See you soon, and... GO BEARS!
Chris Apple, EECS '751 attendee
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