Connect for Success
October 11–December, 2023
A series of career development events exclusively for BU students.
The Office of Alumni Engagement welcomes you to Connect for Success! In partnership with the Center for Career Development and the Newbury Center, we’re hosting a series of events that will provide you an opportunity to network with alumni and enter the next phase of your life feeling prepared and confident.
Previously a one-day event, we’ve expanded Connect for Success into an immersive experience. The series will teach you how to network, explain how to use the exclusive BU Connects platform, coach you through an etiquette dinner, showcase professional attire, and much more.
Upcoming events
Networking 101 | October 11
Learn about the power of networking and use it to your advantage! This workshop includes identifying professional goals, utilizing your networking plan, and creating an elevator pitch. Tap into your alumni network using BU Connects, Handshake, LinkedIn, and CareerShift. Students will learn the key components to creating a strong elevator pitch to use during career fairs and networking opportunities. Dinner is provided!
Time: 5:00–6:15 PM ET
Location: Yawkey Center, CCD (6th Floor) | 100 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215
Price: Complimentary
Attire: Casual
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Etiquette Dinner & Professional Clothing Closet Showcase | October 25
Join the Boston University Alumni Association, Center for Career Development, and Newbury Center for an etiquette dinner. There will also be a showcase of the professional clothing closet offerings.
Time: 5:30–8:30 pm PM ET
Location: Trustee Ballroom (9th floor) | 1 Silber Way, Boston, MA 02215
Price: Complimentary
Attire: Business Casual
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Connect for Success: Student and Alumni Networking | November 15
The event that started it all: Our annual University-wide student and alumni networking night. Select alumni working in a wide range of professional industries will come back to campus to connect directly with any BU student looking to grow their network.
Time: 6:30–8:30 PM ET
Location: The Ballroom at George Sherman Union
Price: Complimentary
Attire: Business Casual
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How to Leverage LinkedIn and BU Connects | December 5
This 1-hour LinkedIn & BU Connects seminar will help you learn how to work (and network) smarter, not harder. We’ll highlight hidden features and best practices that will skyrocket your profile views and help you find opportunities, qualified leads, and talented Terriers who have volunteered their time and expertise to help you on your career journey.
Time: 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Location: Online
Price: Complimentary
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Alumni involvement
BU alumni play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of Connect for Success. Whether you’ve had a unique career journey or have meticulously crafted your path step by step—students are eager to connect with Terrier just like you. Complete the form below to indicate your interest in sharing your career insights and expertise in our upcoming events.
