{"id":209556,"date":"2021-01-15T21:16:44","date_gmt":"2021-01-15T21:16:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/alumni\/?p=209556"},"modified":"2021-01-25T14:18:25","modified_gmt":"2021-01-25T14:18:25","slug":"montclairconnect-tap-into-your-alumni-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/alumni\/2021\/01\/15\/montclairconnect-tap-into-your-alumni-network\/","title":{"rendered":"MONTCLAIRconnect: Tap into Your Alumni Network"},"content":{"rendered":"

We all know it can be hard to stick to New Year’s resolutions, so here is an easy one we think you can keep! Build and grow your professional network. Join the new and improved online community platform exclusive to Montclair State alumni \u2013\u00a0MONTCLAIR<\/strong>connect<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Montclair State alumni network is a powerful group of more than 130,000 fellow Red Hawks in virtually every profession, across all 50 states, and in more than 75 countries worldwide.\u00a0Tap into your alumni network and start making your connections today<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Connect with alumni through the\u00a0directory<\/strong>,\u00a0community<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0discussion boards<\/strong>. Search for fellow classmates, view\u00a0digital programs<\/strong>\u00a0like wine tastings and talks with faculty, check out\u00a0career resources<\/strong>\u00a0and webinars and more.<\/p>\n

Groups<\/strong>\u00a0are a great way to connect with fellow alumni as well as hear from faculty and staff. Join your school or college, regional group or affinity group like the Women\u2019s Initiative Network. Start a discussion, view resources and learn about new opportunities to build your network and expand your knowledge base.<\/p>\n

By signing on to\u00a0MONTCLAIR<\/strong>connect<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, you can search for the group that\u2019s right for you.\u00a0Educational Leadership<\/strong>\u00a0is just one of the many groups in the platform. \u201cOur program sought an online space where alumni, current students, and faculty could network with each other,\u201d notes Christine Aguilera from the Educational Leadership program. \u201cWe\u2019re using\u00a0MONTCLAIR<\/strong>connect<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0to build a community focused on networking, mentorship and career development. I’m looking forward to seeing ELAD professionals participate in discussions and share events, resources and accomplishments.\u201d<\/p>\n

You also can\u00a0volunteer<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0speak to students on a panel or in class<\/strong>, serve on a committee, help recruit the next class of Red Hawks and more. You can also sign up for\u00a0flash mentorship<\/strong>\u00a0and offer to help alumni and students with topics such as graduate school, informational interviews, or\u00a0sharing your expertise<\/strong>\u00a0about your industry.<\/p>\n

Signing on to\u00a0MONTCLAIR<\/strong>connect<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0is easy. Visit\u00a0connect.montclair.edu<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to register and create your profile:<\/p>\n

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  1. Click\u00a0Alumni and Friends<\/em>\u00a0sign on and select\u00a0Alumni<\/em>\u00a0user type<\/li>\n
  2. Enter your\u00a0email address<\/em>\u00a0and create a\u00a0password<\/em><\/li>\n
  3. Verify your account<\/em>\u00a0for instant access (you will need your legal last name, class year and alumni ID number).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Tap into your alumni benefits. With\u00a0MONTCLAIR<\/strong>connect<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, you can:<\/p>\n