Welcome back, Class
of 2013!
When I agreed to be
the alumni sponsor for your class, 2013 seemed so far away. Not
anymore. And as surprised as I am by the rapid passage of time, I’m sure
you’re even more amazed that in just a few months you’ll be leaving campus for
new jobs or grad school. I hope you view this next phase of your life
with excitement and happy anticipation, not dread. Either way, you
can do something to position yourself well for what is to come.
Dr. Wallace, your
class marshal, has great ideas for making the most of your last year at
TU. My job is to help you orient yourself to the world beyond Trinity
Hill. The best advice I can give as you begin your senior year is
to think seriously and strategically about expanding your professional
networks. Now is the time to identify the alumni who are working in your
chosen field and make contacts. If they’re here in San Antonio, set up an
informational interview and get to know them. More importantly, let them
get to know you! Interested in the nonprofit world? Volunteer
in organizations that appeal to you professionally, not just because you
believe in the cause. Take advantage of all the resources Dr. Hirsch and
the good folks at Trinity Career Services make available, beginning with Making
Connections on Sept. 20. Need some help? E-mail me and just ask.
