Alumni and Friends of the LSE
in the United States

Destination LSE 2017 Photos

This year 17 destination parties were held across the country for new LSE students.

AFLSE Scholarship Awarded for 2017-2018

The AFLSE Scholarship for 2017-2018, covering tuition costs for a year of graduate study at the LSE, has been awarded to Anastasia Plotnikova.

LSE Rises in Latest World Rankings

LSE has risen in the latest World University Rankings compiled by higher education data specialists QS.

In Memoriam: William J. Baumol

(26 February 1922 – 4 May 2017)
A founder of the AFLSE. He will be greatly missed.

LSE North American Networking Night - 2017

LSE Networking Night was a great success! Here are some photos from the event.

In Memoriam: David Rockefeller

(12 June 1915 - 20 March 2017)
The AFLSE notes with sadness the passing of David Rockefeller, who studied at the LSE and was an early and strong supporter of the ALFSE in the 1970s. ...more

A Message to Alumni from Dame Shirley Pearce, LSE Chair of Court and Council

It’s a great privilege to be joining LSE as Chair of Court and Council and I am very grateful indeed for the warmth of the welcome I have received.

High Ranking for LSE IDEAS

LSE think tank ranks third in the world among university affiliated think tanks.

LSE's United States Centre Podcast

Explore the history of LSE's relationship with the U.S. The LSE and United States have a long, intertwined history.

AFLSE Annual Report

2017 marks the 47th year of the Alumni and Friends of the London School of Economics in the United States.

AFLSE Membership

AFLSE needs you more than ever! AFLSE is dependent on your membership to maintain and strengthen services to alumni in the U.S.

LSE Announces Scholarships for New MSc in Women, Peace and Security

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) has announced five full scholarships for students to study its new MSc in Women, Peace and Security.

Dame Shirley Pearce Appointed as New Chair of LSE

LSE has appointed Dame Shirley Pearce as its next Chair of Court and Council, effective from January 2017.

LSE Ranked Among the World's Best

LSE continues to be ranked among the top universities in the world according to the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.

LSE North America Forum

240 LSE alumni attended the LSE North America Forum in Washington, DC...................

In Memoriam: Leon Desbrow

(29 November 1945 - 7 November 2016)
He will be greatly missed. A former AFLSE President and committee chair. ....

Dame Nemat (Minouche) Shafik Announced as LSE's 16th Director

The AFLSE welcomes the appointment of Dame Nemat (Minouche) Shafik as LSE's 16th Director and draws your attention to the following announcement. Please join me in sending her our best wishes. We look forward

AFLSE's New Website

We are excited to launch our new website with a very contemporary and cool look and feel.

In Memoriam: Raymond John Goodman

(26 October 1916 - 14 June 2016)
He will be greatly missed. A former AFLSE President.

AFLSE Scholarship Awarded for 2016-2017

The AFLSE Scholarship for 2016-2017, covering tuition costs for a year of graduate study at the LSE, has been awarded to Kirsten Raschko.

Career Night a Success!

The New York Chapter of AFLSE and the LSE Foundation hosted a networking night.

North American Networking Night

Save the date! Tuesday, June 21

What drew you to Houghton Street?

Support the American Fund for LSE

LSE Director to Step Down

Professor Craig Calhoun recently made the decision not to stand for a second term as LSE Director. He has since secured the agreement of Council to step down at the end of this academic year

LSE Director Sets Priorities

At the start of the new year, LSE Director Craig Calhoun set out his core School priorities for 2016 and through the remainder of his term.

Letter from AFLSE President

AFLSE President's letter thanking Professor Craig Calhoun for his leadership.

LSE Director Will Not Seek Second Term

LSE Director Craig Calhoun has announced that he will not seek a second term as Director.

AFLSE needs you more than ever!

The AFLSE membership dues structure will change on January 1, 2016. Join now to take advantage of the current lower dues levels.

High Ranking for LSE

LSE ranked 2nd in the world for social sciences.

Update from the AFLSE President on the LSE Alumni Leadership Forum

LSE alumni leaders from all over the world will attend the LSE Alumni Leadership Forum in London on September 11 and 12.

AFLSE Members Receive Award from LSE

Chris Bodell and Leon Desbrow have received the LSE Outstanding Alumni Volunteer Award for their service and long-term contributions.

Bon Voyage Party Photos!

Photos from Bon Voyage parties in Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Miami, New York, San Francisco

AFLSE Houston: July Chapter News

Walter Ulrich, President and CEO of the Houston Technology Center, speaks on the state of entrepreneurship in Houston.

AFLSE Membership Dues Structure

Volunteers Needed

The AFLSE is recruiting volunteers to support two of its important initiatives: membership recruitment and retention and website design and content management.

AFLSE Dallas: Photo from November Happy Hour

Attend a Bon Voyage party near you!

Welcome LSE's incoming students.

AFLSE Dallas: July Meetup was a Great Success

Our Meetup on July 16th was a great success with 12 attendees. Please see photo.

Memoriam: Joy C. Dunkerley

Joy Churston Dunkerley (of Washington DC, on June 5, 2015). She will be greatly missed.
A service will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2015.

LSE Global Forum in New York City

The LSE North America Forum hosted by LSE Director Craig Calhoun on May 15 was a great success.

AFLSE Scholarship Awarded for 2015-16

The AFLSE Scholarship for 2015-16, covering tuition costs for a year of graduate study at the LSE, has been awarded to Glen Billesbach II.

Tribute to Jane Plimpton Plakias

AFLSE notes the passing of a member of AFLSE and long-time friend of the London School of Economics.

Year-end update from the AFLSE President

Following is an update and new year's greeting from AFLSE President Tom Kern as well as a link to a unique season's greeting video from LSE.

Saw Swee Hock Student Centre Official Opening

The award-winning building had its official opening October 24.

LSE Professor Nicholas Stern in TED Talk

Lord Stern was recently featured in a TED Talk on the state of the climate.

LSE ranked 2nd in Social Sciences

LSE has kept its position as second in the world for social sciences according to the latest global university league table.

Bon Voyage Party Photos!

Photos from Bon Voyage parties in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver and New York

Remember to support the LSE Centennial Fund!

LSE occupies a unique position among global universities. Please consider investing in the future of LSE.

Remember to support the LSE Centennial Fund!

The Chairman of the LSE Centennial Fund asks for your support. If you make your gift before the July 31 deadline you can help make this a record year.

AFLSE Scholarship Awarded for 2014-15

The AFLSE Scholarship for 2014- 15, covering tuition costs for a year of graduate study at the LSE, has been awarded to Adriana Lopez.

Save the date for this year's LSE Alumni Reunion Weekend

This year's reunion will be held in London on July 11-12 for those graduating in years ending in a "4" or a "9."

The LSE Faith Centre

The state-of-the-art Faith Centre will be opening in the new student building later this year.

New Feature on AFLSE Website

Articles from the new LSE Public Policy Group blog called USApp are now featured on the homepage.

New LSE Blog Launched on American Politics

A new blog from the LSE Public Policy Group called USApp will explore American politics and policy.

LSE Timeline

The New Year is a time for looking forward as well as for looking back. You may enjoy looking at the LSE timeline put together by the school.

LSE Rated as London's Top University

LSE has been rated as London's top university for the third year in a row in the latest UK rankings.

AFLSE Leaders Attend LSE Alumni Forum

LSE alumni leaders from 35 countries attended the forum in London on September 13 and 14, 2013.

AFLSE Chicago - Chapter Profile

The Chicago Chapter hosts quarterly events and at least one event each year that combines academic, social and philanthropic components.

Bon Voyage Party Pictures!

Pictures from Bon Voyage parties in Atlanta, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Washington, DC.

LSE Strategic Review

Alumni, students and staff respond to the fourth call for contributions to the LSE Strategic Review.

American Alumnus Made Honorary Fellow

Past Chair of the LSE Alumni Association, Professor Jeffrey Golden, has been made an LSE Honorary Fellow for his contributions to the School.

Alumnus Gives One Million Dollars to LSE

Erich and Audrey Spangenberg pledge one million dollars towards the entrepreneurship initiative at LSE.

Become an Alumni Ambassador

Recent LSE alumni are encouraged to become Alumni Ambassadors and answer questions from potential students.

AFLSE Scholarship Awarded for 2013- 14

The AFLSE Scholarship for 2013- 14, covering tuition costs for a year of graduate study at the LSE, has been awarded to McKenzie Hyde.

LSE Alert Concerning BBC Program on North Korea

The Program has been produced under cover of a visit of the Grimshaw Club, a student society at LSE without prior approval of the School or the Students Union.

Professor Craig Calhoun's Personal Blog

Stay in touch with the LSE Director by visiting his personal blog.

Good Results for LSE in the Times Higher Education Rankings

LSE has risen to 25th in the third annual Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings.

Volunteer to Serve LSE Alumni Association

Alumni with relevant skills and expertise are sought to help drive various projects.

LSE's Donors and Scholars Reception

AFLSE and this year's AFLSE scholarship recipient will be recognized at LSE's Donors and Scholars Reception.

AFLSE Scholarship for 2012- 13 Awarded

The AFLSE Scholarship for 2012- 13, covering tuition costs for a year of graduate study at the LSE, has been awarded to Max Scott.

LSE Director Seeks Feedback from Alumni

LSE Director Craig Calhoun invites alumni to comment on the future shape and composition of LSE.

LSE Faculty and Students in San Diego!

The Annual AEA/ASSA convention gave LSE economics and finance faculty, students and alumni a chance to mingle.

LSE Ahead of Oxford in One Current Ranking

In the current Complete University Guide, Cambridge is ranked 1st, LSE 2nd and Oxford 3rd.

American Economic Association Annual Meeting in San Diego

LSE alumni and friends are cordially invited to a reception with LSE Faculty and Students during the AEA/ASSA Annual Conference.

Professor Calhoun's Inaugural Lecture as Director of LSE

What is the promise universities offer right now? Professor Craig Calhoun on how LSE can continue to do important work and serve new students in a new era.

AFLSE Boston

With many visiting scholars and strong connections to organizations sharing common interests, AFLSE Boston provides LSE alumni opportunities to network on a global scale.

AFLSE Helps Job Seekers with an LSE Fact Sheet to Attach to your Resume

Some recruiters in the US have never heard of LSE and cannot easily recognize the true value of your degree. AFLSE has crafted a document to attach to your resume to help provide some pertinent background. Also available as a PDF.

Associate Membership at the Princeton Club New York

The AFLSE has established an associate membership agreement with The Princeton Club of New York, giving AFLSE members a place to conduct business, entertain, network, dine, and spend the night in a convenient Midtown Manhattan location.

LSE Reunions

The LSE Alumni Relations Reunions Programme is now in place for the next five years.

American Fund for LSE

A reminder to include the American Fund for LSE in your end-of-year giving.

AFLSE Social Media Manager

AFLSE is looking for a talented volunteer to manage AFLSE social media outlets.

LSE Networking Night

LSE Networking Night in North America on June 21 was a great success! Here are some photos from the event.

LSE Statement on Brexit

Statement from LSE Director Craig Calhoun on EU Referendum Result

Largest Philanthropic Gift in LSE History

LSE to launch 20-year program funded by The Atlantic Philanthropies to support leaders tackling inequalities.

LSE Networking Night - North America - June 21, 2016

One school's alumni. One Night. Networking coast to coast.

LSE Centennial Fund Changes Name

American Fund for LSE is the new name for the LSE Centennial Fund.

Event Photos from LSE reception at the AEA/ASSA Annual Conference

Photos from LSE's reception at the AEA/ASSA Annual Conference in San Francisco and photos from a recent event in Los Angeles.

Consider Becoming an AFLSE Life Member

Long-time AFLSE members can take advantage of a special discount.

AFLSE Membership

AFLSE needs you more than ever! AFLSE is dependent on your membership to maintain and strengthen services to alumni in the U.S.

AFLSE Life Membership

Life membership in the AFLSE: The Best Choice for You and the AFLSE

LSE Institute of Public Affairs Debates

LSE Director Craig Calhoun takes part in the last in a series of video debates.

Meet the new Director of LSE Advancement

Chris Yates started as the new Director of LSE Advancement this September. (This includes oversight of alumni relations.) We asked him to answer a few questions about his new role.

Entrepreneurial LSE Alumni

Two LSE graduates are helping re-purpose London's phone booths.

Attend a Bon Voyage party near you!

A number of Bon Voyage parties are scheduled this month. One Bon Voyage party will have a special guest!

Welcome to the AFLSE National Newsletter!

About 1,500 LSE alumni are receiving this newsletter for the first time. We would like to welcome you and also review the benefits of AFLSE membership.

The British Embassy Wants You!

The British Embassy wants to do more to engage alumni in the US.

Remember to support the Centennial Fund!

Will you help to ensure that LSE remains distinctive in all it does? Your participation means a great deal to LSE. This year, Jay Stoll, General Secretary of the LSE Students' Union, reflects on ways alumni support has impacted students.

More Bon Voyage Parties!

Over half of all AFLSE Bon Voyage parties are in August. Attend one in your area or drop in on one in another city.

Remember to support the Centennial Fund!

Will you help to ensure that LSE remains distinctive in all it does? Your participation means a great deal to LSE.

Bon Voyage Parties

Plan to attend the Bon Voyage party in your area.

Benefits Update

Many alumni are not aware of the services and benefits available to them through AFLSE.

LSE Launches Global Faculty Recruitment Drive

Leading scholars are sought to fill 20 new faculty positions. A commitment to teaching is highlighted.

A Conversation with Senator John McCain

Senator McCain will speak at LSE on Wednesday, October 10.

New Director on LSE's Future

Professor Craig Calhoun, Director of LSE, starts off the new academic year with an open letter to alumni and a live Twitter session.