Carthage College Alumni

Whether you just graduated or you've already settled into alumni life, now’s the perfect moment to request your Alumni ID. 🎓

A little perk, a little pride, and a whole lot of Firebird energy.

Visit carthage.edu/alumni to request yours today!

Link in bio for more details.

So many smiles in this moment were made possible by the generosity of Carthage donors. Their commitment opens doors, fuels scholarships, and ensures students can cross this stage ready to change the world.

Here’s to the supporters who believe in our Firebirds long before they toss their caps.🎓 More photos from Commencement at the link in bio.

Last week was our annual Late Night Breakfast in the Caf, served by our amazing faculty and staff.🥞🍳

A Carthage tradition that always brings the community together.

Do you remember getting late‑night breakfast during finals?

Happy Commencement Day! 🎓❤️

Today, tassels turn, hugs linger a little longer, and a new generation of alumni begins their next chapter.

to commencement in the 1995 yearbook!📚

Nothing inspires current students quite like hearing from Carthage alumni who were once sitting in the very same classrooms.

Carthage’s Public Relations Student Society of America chapter welcomed a panel of marketing, public relations, and communications professionals in April, including Carthage alumna Sara Swartz '22, who is now a Social Media Coordinator at Jockey International, Inc.

Thank you, Sara, for giving back to the Carthage community and investing in the next generation of communicators!

Tee off for a great cause at the 51st Annual Firebird Classic! ⛳🔥

Registration is now open for Carthage’s beloved summer golf outing, taking place July 20 at Kenosha Country Club. Participants will have the opportunity to play the club’s historic Donald Ross-designed course while supporting the Carthage Athletic Endowment.

Link in bio to reserve your spot!

Big things are ahead for the Class of 2026! 🎓🔥

From full-time positions to graduate school acceptances, members of this year’s graduating class are already taking the next step in their journeys. Join us in welcoming these newest graduates to the Carthage alumni family!

Read more at the link in bio.

This week’s highlights Lauren Bischel '09, who graduated from Carthage with a degree in physics before pursuing graduate studies in biomedical engineering.

Today, Ms. Bischel is a senior advisor at Eli Lilly and Company, serving as a global molecular steward. She remains actively connected to Carthage through her service on the Engineering Advisory Circle, helping support and shape the future of engineering at Carthage.

Link in bio to read more about Ms. Bischel!

Then: counting down to graduation.
Now: looking back on everything that followed.

Alumni: what would you tell your graduating self?