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#engagementstory LSE STUDENT LOOKING FOR SECTOR OPPORTUNITIES By MAX LEISTEN Entering the development sector might seem like finding your way through a maze, but connecting with alumni can light the way. It’s not just about getting answers; it’s about building…

#engagementstory UNCSA GRADUATE LOOKING FOR GUIDANCE ON FIRST SHORT FILM By MAX LEISTEN Breaking into the film scene can be pretty intimidating, right? But that’s where connections come in handy. Picture this: a fresh UNCSA Drama grad, diving headfirst into…

#engagementstory DKE SOPHOMORE INTERESTED IN ENTERING A FINANCE CAREER By MAX LEISTEN Breaking into a new industry can feel like huge challenge. That’s where networks truly shine. Connecting with someone who cares about you and is willing to “show you…

#engagementstory ROANOKE STUDENT INTERESTED IN THE CORPORATE EVENTS FIELD By MAX LEISTEN Most questions from alumni and students are career-related because there is no (and never will be) better resource (and support network) available to them. Here’s another great example…

#engagementstory FACULTY LOOKING FOR SPORTS PROFESSIONALS TO SPEAK IN HER CLASS By MAX LEISTEN We often advocate that anyone in your community should be free to ask for help, and get it. That includes faculty looking for alumni to share…

#engagementstory UNCSA DANCE STUDENT SEEKING ADVICE ON OVERSEAS OPPORTUNITIES By MAX LEISTEN Most student dream of traveling, studying, and/or working in another country, there’s a great feeling that comes with exploring opportunities outside our country. Of course for most it…

#engagementstory FSU STUDENT CURIOUS ABOUT COMBINING THEATRE AND PSYCHOLOGY By MAX LEISTEN Careers are never linear. There is no “one path” to follow but rather most of us have many different careers in our lives (being CEO of Protopia is…

#engagementstory ROANOKE COLLEGE STUDENT FRUSTRATED WITH JOB REQUIREMENTS By MAX LEISTEN Here’s a fantastic example of how to ask alumni for help — give them something nonsensical that they have struggled with so that they can share their own experience. Looking…

#engagementstory FSU YOUNG ALUM LOOKING FOR RESUME FEEDBACK By MAX LEISTEN A question we often get is “is Protopia also for alumni looking for help?” Of course! We’ve built it to be truly for everyone in your community, from prospects…