Join us in a showdown as SDFC will face the Vancouver Whitecaps back at Snapdragon Stadium. The first 10K fans 14 and under will receive a limited-edition SDFC Nations Mini Ball!

• Transportation 

  • For those that want to park you can purchase parking here. 

  • The trolley stops directly at the stadium so you can also park and ride to the game - see more information about other modes of transportation. 

Tickets: $65 (all fees included, discounted from regular tickets)

We'll be in Section 209, rows 12-13 with a great view of the field! *Limited number of tickets available

When: Saturday, May 23, 2026

Kickoff: 6:30pm
Where: Snapdragon Stadium
2101 Stadium Way, San Diego, CA 92108, US

MORE INFO AND TICKETS AT HARVARD CLUB WEBSITE

Join fellow Ivy+ alumni for a relaxed happy hour by the ocean. Come meet new friends, reconnect with old ones, and enjoy good conversation as the sun sets over Del Mar. Hosted by Columbia, this is a casual, no‑agenda gathering—just show up and enjoy the evening.

 Location: Monarch Ocean Pub | 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
 Date: May 7, 2026
 Time: 6:00 PM
 RSVP: Not required
 Cost: No‑host bar

Please join the Brown Club of San Diego at the March Ivy+ Happy Hour at the Encinitas Biergarten.  Join your Ivy+ alumni colleagues for an evening of networking and catching up.  No need to RSVP, just turn up and mingle. This is a self-pay event - drinks and food will be available, but not provided by any Ivy + club.

Join us for our first happy hour of 2026 at Fall Brewing Company in North Park! Come mingle with fellow alumni, make new connections, and reconnect with old friends in a relaxed, fun setting. This event is sponsored by the Columbia University Alumni Board (San Diego)

• When: Thursday, February 5, at 6:00 PM

• Where: Fall Brewing Company
  4542 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92116

• RSVP: No RSVP needed — just show up!

• Cost: No‑host bar, bring 

• Food: Food available for purchase from food trucks outside

As one of our popular annual events, please join us on January 31st for the San Diego Gulls Hockey STAR WARS NIGHT!!

Open to all Ivy+ alumni, families, and friends, the San Diego Gulls will be facing the Ontario Reign.

An exciting addition this year: The first 40 individuals to sign up will have the opportunity to High 5 players in the tunnel during the 1st intermission. 

Having an Ivy+ networking event in a reserved section of the Stella Artois Lounge (section 3) was a hit last year so we’re doing it again from 4-6pm. It’s a great private area with couches, booths, standing space plus food and drink servers. A band will play in the Stella Lounge 5-6pm, during the game intermissions, and after the game while you network or enjoy the dance floor. Wristbands will be provided for lounge entry after scanning your game tickets. The lounge will open at 5pm to other ticket holders, but our area is reserved for the entire evening.

The game starts at 6pm. 

 

Cost: $41 per ticket (does not include additional service fees)

This event is open to Ivy+ alumni, family and friends

Purchase Tickets Here:  https://www.gofevo.com/event/Sdivy87

 

The MIT CLUB and PENN CLUB OF SAN DIEGO invite you to attend our 14th Annual Ivy+ Holiday Toy Drive and Happy Hour.
Please bring a NEW unwrapped toy for the U.S Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Program!

Spread some Holiday cheer this season for the underserved children in our community at our 14th Annual Toy Drive and Happy Hour. 

Celebrate the holiday season with amazing food and organic beer at Protector Brewery. Award Winning Protector Brewery is San Diego’s 1st and Only Organic Beer Company. Founded by a Navy Seal, Protector provides a range of wines as well as beers. 

Guests will keep their own tabs and also have access to select their food choices from an extensive menu of thin crust pizzas, salads, a soft pretzel board and homemade cookies for dessert.

Attendees can be under-21. Non-alcoholic drinks are available.

There is no cost to attend; the event is pay-your-own for drinks and food. But please RSVP for our headcount. Register HERE

Join us for a November Ivy+ Mixer at the Fall Brewing Company in North Park! The event is no-hosted by the Oxford & Cambridge Society of San Diego.
Contact Information: Alex Orona - (760) 274-5375

Directed and produced by MIT Alumni and MITCSD President Eladio Arvelo, Wealth Untold explores In the small coastal haven of Belize which lies the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site that sustains over half the country’s population. Despite its protected status, the reef faces mounting threats from overfishing, oil exploration, invasive species, coastal development, and climate change. Wealth Untold offers a revealing look at the conservation efforts led by Belizean women, including scientists, artists, and policymakers, whose shared vision empowers local communities to thrive in harmony with the marine environment.

Wealth Untold is a powerful new documentary that is making its way through film festivals and conferences. The film has screened at the Belize International Film Festival (World Premiere, November 2024), the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France (International Premiere, June 2025), the Newport Beach Film Festival (North American Premiere, October 2025), and the Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute Conference (South American Premiere, October 2025).

Tickets can be purchased through our club website event page here: https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/topics/23424/events/143002

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Eladio Arvelo '99, MEng '00 is an independent documentary filmmaker and photographer. Born in Venezuela, Eladio graduated from MIT with degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. After working as an engineer for almost 20 years, he turned to filmmaking and founded film production company Eclectic Aspirations with the goal to shine light on inspiring human stories from around the world.

Seating Capacity is limited so get your ticket early!

EVENT DETAILS
Cost: $20 for club members & their guests, $25 for everyone else.

Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Time: Arrive 6:30pm; Screening begins at 7pm (run time 85 minutes); Q&A with Eladio following the screening

Location: Digital Gym Cinema, 1100 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101

Concessions: The concession stand will be open for you to purchase drinks and food.

Parking Info: The movie theater has underground parking ($5 for 3 hours). The entrance to the parking garage is on 11th street, between G St. and Market St. on the West Side of the building. Guests must park in spaces labeled “UCSD PARKING”.
Please note: The $5.00 dollar parking rate is honored even when signage from ACE indicates other Special Event Pricing. Approachthe attendant and let them know you are watching a film at the Digital Gym Cinema. They will honor the $5.00 fee. No cash accepted, card only.

“Luck is when preparation meets opportunity,” according to Seneca, the ancient Roman philosopher.

For many of us, luck feels more like pure chance—the result of outcomes blindly doled out by the universe. Your coworker scores coveted tickets to the World Series, your friend finds the love of their life on Tinder, or your neighbor’s child gets admission to the best preschool in the area. You shrug and assume they just got lucky. But what if Seneca was right, and luck is more than just chance? What if you learned that there are hidden markets all around us—ones that we play in every day—that dictate who gets what? Is it possible to for us to navigate these hidden markets to sway the odds to be in our favor?

According to Wharton economist and market designer Judd Kessler, we do have the power to make our own luck and tip the scales in our favor. In LUCKY BY DESIGN: The Hidden Economics You Need to Get More of What You Want (Little, Brown Spark; October 14, 2025), Kessler reveals the secrets of how hidden markets work and how to successfully maneuver within them. In familiar markets—such as the stock market or your local farmer’s market—what we get depends on how much we’re willing to pay. Hidden markets don’t rely on prices; instead, they follow a different set of rules, and you can’t simply buy your way into a better position. As Kessler, who has spent a career studying and designing these very markets, explains, “Without understanding the rules of the game, you might assume that your outcomes are determined mostly by luck. People who end up unhappy about what they get conclude that they were unlucky or that the system was rigged against them. After enough of these experiences, they believe that’s just how the world works.”

But the world doesn’t have to work that way. Kessler pulls back the curtain on the hidden markets we routinely find ourselves in, helps us to understand the rules by which those markets operate, and guides us on how to make the right choices to achieve successful outcomes.

About Judd Kessler

Judd B. Kessler is the inaugural Howard Marks Endowed Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. In 2021, Kessler was awarded the prestigious Vernon L. Smith Ascending Scholar Prize for his path breaking scholarship. For his work on the hidden market of organ allocation, Kessler was named one of the “30 under 30” in Law and Policy by Forbes. He is an award-winning teacher whose courses are popular among undergraduates, MBAs, PhD students, and executives, as well as a sought-after speaker. His research and writing have been featured in leading media, such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Scientific American, Harvard Business Review, Politico, NPR, Hidden Brain, and Freakonomics, among others. He received a bachelor’s degree, MA, and PhD from Harvard University and an MPhil from the University of Cambridge. At Harvard, Kessler trained with Nobel laureate Alvin E. Roth, one of the founders of market design, the area in which he has been conducting research for the past fifteen years.

Join Brown/Oxford alum Mike Zellinger for an enlightening and possibly terrifying presentation about the potential of artificial intelligence.

Please try to arrive at 6.30 for a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink, ready for the talk to begin at 7.00pm. Following the Talk there will be a no-host, casual dinner at a local hostelry for those who wish to continue the discussion.

Free registration at bepbeeston@gmail.com. Register soon as this is sure to sell out.

Mike explains,
”AI is already smarter than us. It solves olympiad-level mathematics problems, churns out production-ready computer code, and rivals expert physicians at diagnostics. Yet the technology underlying these feats is barely more sophisticated than your phone’s auto-complete. How did we get here? Drawing on prescient writings by computer scientists Claude Shannon and Richard Sutton, we explain how intelligence may arise from simply predicting the next word in a sentence. We relate this form of intelligence to human cognition through Daniel Kahneman’s System 1/System 2 framework, shedding light on what AI can and cannot do. Finally, we explore where AI is headed and imagine the economic and social consequences of a post-AI world.

Speaker Bio: Michael Zellinger is building next-generation reading software that dynamically adapts books to you. He studied mathematical modeling at Oxford (Somerville College) and holds a PhD in artificial intelligence from Caltech, an MSc in statistics from ETH Zurich, and an Sc.B. in mathematics from Brown. Previously, he integrated AI into investment processes at Oaktree Capital Management and helped Novartis adopt causal inference methods for clinical trial analysis.

Enjoy the sunset with us during our 3rd annual bonfire at La jolla Shores. RSVP in order to receive your wristband upon arrival. This wristband entitles you to pizza, cookies, smores, and drinks while enjoying a family friendly atmosphere of tikki torches, and glow in the dark games. Family and friends of all ages are welcome.  Ivy + alumni and their families are encouraged to join us.

Free for kids under 12.

$15 

Date: Friday, October 3, 2025

Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm

Location: La Jolla Shores. Look for the Harvard flag.

 RSVP and Get Tickets Here

The MIT Club of San Diego is pleased to host the September IVY+ Happy Hour & Networking Event!  

No need to register, just come along and mingle.

Event Details:

DATE: Thursday, September 4, 2025•  Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm •  Location: Hennessey's Tavern (La Jolla)

•  ADDRESS: 7811 Herschel Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037•  

 https://www.hennesseystavern.com/locations-la-jolla

*FYI: Hennessey's happy hour drinks/food runs from 4-7pm. Karaoke begins ~9pm for those who wish to stay!

*This is a self-pay event - drinks and food are available, but not provided by the host club.

Questions? Contact MIT Alum at programs@mitsandiego.org 

The Cornell Club of San Diego is pleased to host the August IVY-Plus Happy Hour & Networking Event!  

No need to register, just come along and mingle.

Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: BALLAST POINT BREWERY (Miramar)

Address: 9045 Carroll Way, San Diego, CA 92121

Website: https://ballastpoint.com/location/miramar

Questions?  Contact Paul at: events@cornellclubsandiego.com

Come join us for a night of beautiful music and engaging conversation with pianist Daniel Beliavsky!

Sit back, relax, and let the soothing melodies transport you to a world of musical bliss. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, so don't miss out! Bring your friends and family along for a memorable experience.

Sponsored by the Cornell Club of San Diego, this event to all Ivy+ members and friends.

Tickets $34 at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-of-music-and-conversation-with-daniel-beliavsky-piano-tickets-1288981852419

7:00 - 7:45 PM -Doors open and receptio

7:45 - 9:00 PM - Performance

9:00 - 9:30 PM - Meet and Greet

Princeton Club of San Diego and Ivy+ members, friends, and family

Harland Brewery in One Paseo (3718 Paseo Place, Suite 1300, Del Mar)

Meet us out back, weather permitting

Thursday May 1, 2025 @ 5PM onward

The San Diego Gulls would like to invite Ivy+ alumni, families, and friends for a night out.

Cost: $36 per ticket (does not include additional service fees)

This event is open to Ivy+ alumni, family and friends

This is a popular night with a promotional theme for Mexican Heritage that will feature a free poncho giveaway and a mariachi band walking around the arena performing.

An exciting addition this year: 

There will be an Ivy+ networking event down the stairs from our reserved stadium section in the Stella Artois Lounge (section 3) from 4-5PM. The lounge will open at 5PM to the public, but there still will be a private area (with couches, booths, standing space + dedicated food & drink servers) during the game for our Ivy+ group. A band will play in the Stella Lounge 5-6PM, during the game intermissions, and after the game while you network or enjoy the dance floor. Wristbands will be provided for entry. 

The game starts at 6PM and the Gulls will be facing the Calgary Wranglers. We'll have a post-game photo on the ice for those who want to join. 

Discounted Gulls merchandise ($5 hats and $6 scarves) is available for purchase to be picked up at the arena after doors open on game day when using the link to purchase game tickets here:  https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Sdivy8

Any general questions, please contact: Kristin Gross: kristin3399_@hotmail.com. For questions about purchasing tickets and more details about the game, please contact Steven Somera: ssomera@sandiegogulls.com.

Harvard Club of San Diego is hosting the March Ivy+ Happy Hour at Stone Brewing at Liberty Station.  Join your Ivy+ alumni colleagues for an evening of networking and catching up. No need to RSVP, just turn up and mingle.  Look for the Harvard banner.

Host: MIT Club of San Diego 

Event: Join us for an enlightening and empowering event where we explore the benefits of Tai Chi practice and the essential principles of self-defense.  This free seminar will be taught by the school of Oom Yung Doe - San Diego. No previous experience is necessary

Date & Time: Saturday, March 01 @10am - 11:30am

Cost: Free.  Registration is requested for planning purposes. 

Location: Butterfly Garden, 15940 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Parking: Free along El Camino Real. $3 if you enter the park and park near to the Butterfly Garden

For more information and registration, click here: https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/topics/23424/events/116271

Join fellow IVY+ alumni for the first in a series of monthly happy hours!

Date: Thursday, February 6th, 2025 

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 

Location: Belching Beaver Brewery 4223 30th Street San Diego, CA 92104

Belching Beaver Tasting Room- North Park - North Park, San Diego, CA

Come reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and enjoy some great company and craft brews. No need to RSVP, just show up and bring a friend or a fellow alum.

Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Belching Beaver Brewery, known for its innovative and flavorful beers.

The MIT & Penn Alumni Clubs of San Diego invite the Ivy Plus and Friends to The 13th Annual Holiday Toy Drive Happy Hour benefiting the US Marines' Toys For Tots

Thursday, December 5, 6:00 - 9:00pm PT

New Motion Beverages/Embolden Beer Company and the Pizza Trolley
8655 Production Ave Suite A 
San Diego, CA 92121

This is a 21+ event.

Celebrate the Holiday Season with MIT, Penn and the Ivies for a festive Holiday Toy Drive Happy Hour. Dress your festive best whatever that means for you–ugly sweaters, sparkle and shine, we look forward to seeing you! 

Embolden Beer Company serves a curated selection of craft beers and New Motion hard beverages features vegan, gluten free low sugar hard beverages– including flavored Kombuchas. Please see their website to read more.

Complementing this wonderful variety of hard beverages, guests will also enjoy all-you-can-eat homemade pizza and salad catered by the Pizza Trolley. Our group gathering space is the private outside garden–which features cozy seating spaces with couches, outdoor games and a fire pit.  All are welcome to invite friends, family, as well as pets. This space is outdoor and pet friendly- so we would love to see our Ivy Plus Fur Family attendees as well. Yes, even reindeers are welcome.

Please bring a new unwrapped toy for collection to be distributed by our local Marines. This is our 13th year uniting our Clubs to benefit the local San Diego community. We look forward to celebrating the season with all of you!

The admission cost is $31.50 per person and is nonrefundable. Admission includes all-you-can-eat pizza & salad, plus two drinks.

Please register ASAP so that we can properly manage our catering and space. Registration is here.

Walk-ins will be welcome if space permits. 

Looking forward to celebrating the season with all of our Ivy+ Friends!

For more information, please contact Robby Foss (Penn Club) at robbykfoss@gmail.com or Allison Lee (MIT Club) at programs@mitsandiego.org

IvyPlus Happy Hour & Networking

Thursday, October 3rd, 6.00pm onwards, hosted by your Oxford & Cambridge Society of San Diego, at North Park Fall Brewing Company, 4542 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92116. 

There'll be no need to register, just come along and mingle. 

Key contact: Alex Orona. 

The California Energy Transition: Consumer and Investor Perspectives

Expert Panel, Networking, and Reception

Join us for an evening of discussion and networking at the Fairbanks Ranch Country Club. Taco bar and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the ticket. Cash bar.

Date: September 25, 2024

Time: 5:45-8:15PM, 5:45PM Pre-event mixer, 6:30 Panel Discussion, 7:30 Post-event networking

Location: Fairbank Ranch Club, 15150 San Dieguito Rd, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

The energy transition: What's in it for you?

For more details and tickets: Columbia Alumni Energy Event at Fairbanks Ranch Club

Join the Harvard Club of San Diego on Saturday, September 21, as the AHA hosts its annual walk/run in Balboa Park. The walk starts at 7:30am and you can choose one of two options, the 1 mile or the 4.1 mile. Follow the link to the AHA website and click on "join this team" (to search for our team, please enter "Harvard Club of San Diego", and the initials "MK" for coach). From there, you can enter your donations. For those unable to participate, your contributions are equally meaningful. Everyone can be an official member of the HCSD team and provide a great service to the community.

Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024

Time: Expo opens at 6:30am, Walk begins at 7:30am

Meeting location: 6th Avenue and Laurel Street, San Diego, 92101

Register and Donate Here

MIT10 Happy Hour September 2024

Come enjoy good beer, tasty tacos and meet/connect with fellow alums at the MIT10 Happy Hour at the Belching Beaver Tasting Room (North Park) with Papasotes providing Tacos on Tuesday.

Everyone pays for their own drinks and food. Please register so we know how much space to reserve.

DATE: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 pm PT
LOCATION: Belching Beaver North Park Tasting Room
ADDRESS: 4223 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
WEBSITE: Belching Beaver North Park
CONTACT: Juan Angulo at juangulo731@gmail.com