#engagementstory NORTHWESTERN FRESHMAN SEEKING SHADOWING OPPORTUNITIES By MAX LEISTEN Building a medical career, connections with experienced alumni can be immensely valuable. As this Northwestern freshman prepares for a summer in the Orange County/LA area, he seeks shadowing opportunities. Sometimes help…
#engagementstory APP STATE FRESHMAN WORRIED ABOUT COLD WEATHER By MAX LEISTEN Navigating a major weather change, connections with current students from similar backgrounds can be immensely helpful. As this future Mountaineer prepares to transition from Miami to a colder climate…
#engagementstory WOOSTER STUDENT CONSIDERS DOUBLE MAJOR By MAX LEISTEN Connections with alumni play a crucial role in guiding current students toward their career goals. As this first-year student navigates the complex terrain of academia, their pursuit of a psychology research…
#engagementstory LSE MASTER OF SCIENCE STUDENT SEEKS CLIMATE STARTUP GUIDANCE By MAX LEISTEN In academic communities like the London School of Economics, alumni connections are key in helping current students chart their career paths. With the climate crisis looming large,…
#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 DUKE MED SCHOOL GRADUATE TRANSITIONING TO PHARMA By MAX LEISTEN Not so much a transition journey, but support for what can be considered a non-traditional career for a medical school graduate. And Duke Blue Devils alumni did not disappoint…
#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…
