In addition to sponsoring student scholarships, the association co-hosts a Golden Grad Society dinner each year to honor graduates of 50 or more years. Alumni and friends also enjoy special receptions and celebrate at the Homecoming tailgate party. The Alumni Association network links together more than 3,100 members. Fresno State alumni represent more than 55 academic areas of study and have migrated to every state in the nation. In an ongoing effort to serve members, the Alumni Association offers many member-only discounts and privileges.
Membership is open to graduates and friends of the university.
Contact is a news magazine mailed to all alumni and friends with whom the association is in touch. Each issue features an Alumnac section, which highlights the accomplishments of Fresno State alumni. Dues-paying members also receive The Blue Wave, an informative bimonthly newsletter published by the Alumni Association. Academic and Regional Chapters . There are 18 official academic chapters of the Alumni Association.