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Reporters and editors of your campus newspaper or alumni newsletters also play an important role in setting the terms and tone of campus discourse . Approach networking with these individuals as you would other peers on campus — ask them to grab a meal together or invite them to attend an event of mutual interest together .
ALUMNI , DONORS AND TRUSTEES
Other resources include university donors , alumni , and trustees . These individuals will generally care about your school . You also share certain common ground with these individuals and can connect with them through similar experiences you may have had at your school . Maybe you are a member of a student group they founded , lived in the same dorm as they did as students , or were taught by the same professor . Most alumni or career services offices on university and college campuses maintain a list of alumni who are willing to speak with students about their experiences or serve as mentors . Your student groups may even have alumni lists of former members of the group who are interested in speaking with current students . Reach out to these individuals , perhaps suggesting a call or a cup of coffee .