As Michaelmas term draws to a close at LSE, I wanted to share my thoughts on my first term as Chair of the LSE Alumni Association.

I attended September’s Leadership Forum, where I had the chance to meet, network and talk with so many of you and to learn first hand about the great work that you’re doing – running our alumni groups, participating in our Executive Committee and its Subcommittees. I started meeting alumni during my overseas travels including an alumni networking breakfast in Dubai for alumni attending the International Bar Association Annual Conference. Also, I would be remiss if I did not take this opportunity to give my heartfelt thanks to our immediate past LSE Alumni Association Chair, George Davidson and the Vice Chairs, Executive Committee and Subcommittee members who served with him, for his superb direction and commitment. George will be a very hard act to follow but we should be determined to build a monument to his good work on the solid foundations that George and the ODAR team have put in place.

I look forward to working with you and to our success. Remember, although the LSE may be a School in London, its reputation and the achievements of its alumni globally are second to none. So when you think of our alma mater, think: “London School, World Class!”

Jeffrey Golden
(General Course, 1970-71; PhD International Relations 1972-75)
Chair, LSE Alumni Association