This evening I was part of a wonderful event at the GVSU Alumni House.  I was invited to attend a dinner with other successful alumni professionals.  I loved the concept – they professionals from ten different areas (education, criminal justice, nursing, engineering, etc.) seated at different tables.  Seven GVSU students who are

interested in the career of the alumni signed up and were invited to the dinner to sit at the tables.  This gave the students an opportunity to talk with us through out the evening and ask questions or gain insights into our profession.  I met several students at my table and enjoyed sharing my love of teaching with them.   Whenever I have an opportunity to share my passion with others, I love to take it!  It was also great to hear about them and their goals, fears, and questions.  This was GVSU’s 3rd annual event of this type, and I hope they continue.  It is great for students to connect to professionals in the field they want to go into and to network.  I think more colleges should do this sort of thing and more often.

I had an awesome night and I wish the students at my table the best of luck in the future!