The Washington D.C. Alumni Network Alumni Network welcomes alumni, parents, and friends of UConn from Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
Number of Alumni: 4,600+
Attend local events, support students and fellow alumni, or simply share your UConn pride through networks that offer meaningful ways to stay involved. As part of your local alumni network, you’re not just participating — you’re leading. You serve as an ambassador for UConn’s spirit, values, and excellence in your region. We may no longer be students, but we are Huskies Forever.
Husky City Guide
We asked Huskies in Washington D.C. for their favorite restaurants, attractions, and tips. Here’s what they told us:
Favorite Restaurants
- Albi
- Bus Boys and Poets
- Le Diplomate
- La Plaza Mexican & Salvadoran
- Tune Inn
- Cucina Morini
- Chez Billy Sud
- Bar a Vin
- RPM Italian
- Oyamel
- Jaleo
- Ambar in Arlington
- Paccis
- Rasika
Favorite Attractions
- National Arboretum
- Custis Trail
- Botanical Garden
- Portrait Gallery
- Dumbarton Oaks
- Udvar Hazy Air and Space Museum
- Cherry blossoms!
- Washington Monument
- Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
- Lincoln Memorial
- Theodore Roosevelt Island
- Korean War Memorial
- African American History Museum
Tips and Tricks for Navigating Washington D.C.
- “Tour the monuments at night to avoid the crowds and get a more unique perspective of some of the most famous attractions”
- “There are blogs, newsletters, and social media accounts for just about every neighborhood – get linked to those”
- “Reload your Metro card before you go home!”
- “Learn and love the Metro; don’t be afraid to transfer lines either. We’re so lucky to have a regularly running and cleaning public transit system!”
- “Try the bus! It’s one of the most affordable and reliable ways to get around”
- “ ‘Clockout D.C.’ curates a wonderful list of local events”
- “Join an adult sports league to get exercise and meet people outside of work”
Missing your favorites? Submit your recommendations for the Washington D.C. Husky City Guide.
All we do is possible because of YOU
Give
You can make a difference by supporting University students through your gifts to the Washington D.C. Alumni Scholarship Fund.
Volunteer
Donating isn’t the only way to make an impact. The Washington D.C. Alumni Network offers volunteer opportunities for alumni and friends of UConn.
Ready to Connect?
Patrick Walker
Director of Alumni Relations, Regional Engagement