The University of Sussex Alumni Society promotes affinity between the University and its alumni, and enables former students to retain contact with one another and with the University. Sussex graduates and award-holders automatically become full members of the Society. Others who have worked or studied at Sussex, including visiting staff and students, may become associate members. Full Members Only graduates and other Sussex award-holders are full members of the University of Sussex Society.
Membership is automatic and free.
The Society awards its own Fellowships in recognition of outstanding contributions to the life of the University and the community. The Society is run by a management committee , supported by the University's Alumni Office. Associate Members Associate membership of the Society is open to all former Sussex students, faculty and staff including Visiting and Exchange students and Visiting Fellows. Membership is free but not automatic although anyone eligible can apply - such applications to be approved by the management committee. Successful applicants become associate members but otherwise enjoy the privileges of full members.