PLC will launch a new student-alumni connection program this coming January. The new Alumni Match Program will connect, primarily junior and senior, PLC students to program alumni and board members with whom they can connect and get career path advice, life tips, professional connections, etc.

The match program seeks to:

  • Create connections and networks that will help you move forward in career and job trajectories post-graduation.
  • Encourage students to continue their leadership, personal, and professional development through the match connections.
  • Cultivate a stronger intergenerational PLC community by linking current PLCers to alumni who are champions in their respective fields.

How It Works: The Match

Every alumnus, board member, and PLC student will “opt-in” to the program, so eager participation is expected. The Catalyst team on student staff will match students and alumni (up to three matches) with similar career interests and/or areas of expertise. You will be notified of your student matches (name, email, phone) by mid-February.

Students will have limited in-person opportunities to interact with alumni and board members, including Industry Nights and the Networking Seminar. There will also be a robust PLC AMP alumni profile page which students should explore to learn about the participating alumni.

Students will fill out the PLC AMP Match form, providing personal information, goals, career interests, and match preferences. Once all students and alumni have submitted forms, the Catalyst Team will work to match students with 1-3 alumni/board members. If you only want one match, provide one name. However, you are encouraged to make as many connections as offered.

Once matches have been made:

As a PLC student, you are expected to immediately reach out to the alumni/board members with whom you have been matched. You do not need to be intimidated or shy about connecting. They too, have chosen to be a part of this program and are expecting an email or phone call from you.

Ultimately, we hope you can listen, learn, and gain insight, opinions, advice, applicable connections, and opportunities provided by these alumni so that you can graduate and leave CU and PLC with confidence and a good way forward.

These are simple connections without any of the heavy obligations involved in mentoring or professional coaching. Please participate if you have any questions about your future career, career path, life, travel, etc.  You will be matched to at least one alumnus and/or board member and no more than three. Please contact all your matches.

Fill out the Student Profile for Match Program

Expectations

  • Professionalism: Approach the match relationship with professionalism and respect
  • Receptiveness: Be receptive to suggestions and feedback
  • Accountability: Be the driver of the connection, be clear and timely in your communications, and follow through on all meetings, calls, emails, etc.
  • Learn: Take this opportunity to engage in new conversations and challenge your way of thinking! Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
  • Have Fun: This should be an exciting opportunity for both you and the PLC alumni. They are always happy to share their experience and learn more about the exciting things our PLCers are involved with!

Get started now by viewing alumni match profiles

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