Working with other groups

For many of the programs we have done this semester, we have been actively cosponsoring with other groups. On March 24, we had a unique event cosponsored with Career Services and the Rutgers Alumni Association called the How-To Network Party. The goal of the event was to teach students the dos and don't of networking. There were several Rutgers Alumni on hand to help practice the various techniques that were learned. Our speakers were Gene Gentile, Tony Doody, and Andrew Seguel. Gene from the Rutgers Alumni Association spoke about first impressions and how to make a memorable first impression. Tony from Student Life spoke about the one minute elevator pitch- how to summarize your most important and useful qualities in one minute. These are important traits when first meeting a potential contact or employer. Andrew from Career Services discussed dining etiquette in the event food or beverages are served, and how to properly follow up after meeting someone. We had 2 sessions, both filled with students who learned valuable lessons for the future.

Because the event went so well, we will also be working with the Rutgers Alumni Association on Thursday for the Almost Alumni Party, where seniors can come and get their complimentary Rutgers Class of 2011 mug, some free food, and hear live music by the Beatles cover band Hey Bulldog! We are really excited for the event and hope to see you there!