CAFNR Connections mentoring program kicks off
Alice Roach

The CAFNR Connections mentoring program made its debut Monday, Sept. 26, as part of CAFNR Week. Both students and alumni mentors gathered in Eckles Hall 154 for an evening of "Mocktails with Mentors."

The program for the evening included introductions by Jeff Windett, president of the Ag Alumni Association and Stephanie Chipman, director of CAFNR Career Services. Windett expressed his enthusiasm for the new program.

“I thought it was a great way for students to network with alumni,” Windett said. “I think it will pay huge dividends.”

Leslie Jett of the hotel and restaurant management program shared tips for etiquette and networking with the participants. He outlined five areas that if students excel in, they can “outclass the competition.” 

Those five things are:

• Presence
• Mingling
• Remembering names
• Business card etiquette
• Communication and follow-up

He also shared his personal tips for students who would be interacting with industry people in professional settings.

“No matter what is going on, say 'please' and 'thank you' as much as possible — be courteous,” Jett said.

Students then had the opportunity to hone their skills as they met and networked with alumni and friends of the college who have committed to serving as mentors.

For more information concerning the CAFNR Connections mentoring program, visit myinterfase.com/mucafnr/student.

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