Professional Writing Brochure November 2013 | Page 3

Networking begins
at the roots.
From the start, professional writers must network: in classes, throughout
the university, and in their career ?eld. As Professional Writing majors,
students are able to reach out to alumni for advice and guidance and,
by doing so, create lasting relationships that will continue to grow. The
pro?les in this booklet are meant to facilitate conversations between
alumni and current students.
Professional Writing alumni are intelligent, well-connected, and caring
people. They are willing and eager to assist current and newly graduated
students with the imposing task of networking. Students need look no
further than their own program for everything from interview tips to
résumé edits to breaking the ice with that key employer. Whether trying
to get a foot in the door of the publishing industry, become a freelance
web designer, or make an impact as a grant writer with a nonpro?t
organization, networking is an ongoing process that begins right here
and branches out into the world throughout our professional lives.