Industry & Alumni: Student Organizations Networking Event – Employer & Alumni Information & Tips for Success

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

While we can’t guarantee there won’t be student absences, we are happy to share the student organizations who have registered for the event. This list will be updated as student organizations register for this event.

  • African Students United
  • Artificial Intelligence Club
  • Asian Student Alliance
  • Black Student Alliance
  • Delta Sigma Pi
  • DU Sales Club
  • DU Sketch Comedy Club
  • DU Time Attack Racing
  • IGNITE
  • Muslim Student Association
  • National Society for Minorities in Hospitality
  • National Society of Leadership and Success
  • Psychology Club
  • Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
  • Undergraduate Women in Business

  • This is a networking event, therefore you will be moving around the room and chatting with students.
  • You will not have a designated table or booth, although the student organizations will have a designated table with signs.
  • Student organizations and employers will introduce themselves at the start of the program and then the networking will begin.
  • Event organizers will prompt employers and alumni to move to the next table at certain time intervals.
  • There will be light refreshments!

  • Learn about DU’s student organizations, including how your company can further support them as employers or shared experiences as DU alumni.
  • Advance your organization’s recruiting initiatives and/or mentor current students.
  • Form relationships with student organizations and discuss sponsorship or other engagement opportunities.
  • While not the main focus, you’ll also be able to connect with potential candidates for internship or full-time opportunities.

Students will ask a number of questions and we anticipate some of the questions below to come up. If these questions do not come up, share this information regardless. This information can help your organization stand out and are valuable contributions from alumni that can help students get to know you better.

  • What employee resource groups (ERGs) are available at your organization?
  • What was your experience like as a DU student and/or student leader within a student organization?
  • What are the benefits your organization offers that set you apart from others (example: medical/mental health coverage, EAP offerings, etc.)?
  • What are the professional growth opportunities at your organization? Where do people go on to work?
  • How might your organization support student organizations with sponsorship opportunities, coming to club meetings, networking, etc.?

Please note that if your organization has negative press, students may inquire about this. Be prepared to address to provide appropriate information as you are able. If you need further assistance, please refer students to the event organizer for further support and information.

Tips for Success

  • Some of you may be going to the career fair before this event, so please make sure to take a pause for yourself, get water, etc. before coming to the third floor of the Burwell Center – it’s a full day of talking!
  • There is no dress code requirement for students. Many may come dressed casually as they come to/from class, work, or other extracurriculars.
  • There are many forms of greetings such as verbal, handshakes, waving hello, etc. Individuals will have various comfort levels involving physical contact. Please respect boundaries and consent.
  • Although we share the list of employers ahead of time, students may not research your organization. Be prepared to share important information even if you are not asked.
  • Come with questions to ask about the students, their organization, and their proudest moments working with their student organization.
  • Don’t let the connections and conversations end with the event. Make sure to exchange contact information with our student organizations.
  • Have a great time connecting with our students! They’re amazing.