Welcome to the UCSB COMM MENTORING PROGRAM!
Designed for Comm Students Seeking Guidance from Alumni Who Were Once in Their Shoes, and Built for Comm Alumni Willing to Provide Advice and Insights on How to Thrive Pre- and Post-Graduation
Visit https://bit.ly/3BjVGqH to sign up and learn:
- about benefits to Student Mentees and Alumni Mentors
- how the Comm Mentoring Program works
- frequently asked questions and answers about the Program
- how to register
- what some current Mentors and Mentees say about the Program
Some potential topics:
- a specific industry
- a specific job function
- building connections and networking
- finding a job
- finding success in your first job
- grad school advice
- interviewing
- job offers: negotiating and evaluating
- LinkedIn advice
- personal growth and development
- resumes
Get career ready and network with alumni!
Sign up for the AC Comm Mentorship Program today!
2024-2025 Timeline:
Sign up Now! Registration begins October 1 2024; Deadline to register is December 29
Get Matched! Your mentorship will start January 12, 2025
Connect! Engage with your mentor January 12 – June 13, 2025
Our Mission:
The UCSB Comm Alumni Council aims to support the professional development and lifelong engagement of students and alumni. One important component is our Mentorship Program, which matched current students with alumni to build communities that support social and professional networking as students enter the next phase of their lives.
Industries of our Alumni:
Mentors are all graduates of UCSB’s Communication Department, and are experts in Advertising, Digital Strategy, Event Planning, Marketing, Sales and so much more! Whether you have a career path in mind, or are still learning all the doors a Communication degree can open, sign up now for relevant advice.
Student Testimonial:
“The UCSB Comm Department’s Mentorship Program has had a profoundly positive impact on both my personal and professional growth. It provided me with invaluable guidance and support that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. I gained access to a wealth of knowledge and experiences that helped me navigate my academic and career journey more effectively. Learning about the projects they do and the strategies they employ allowed me to see real-world applications of the concepts I had learned in the classroom and understand how they translate into successful communication strategies in practice. It’s an incredible opportunity to gain insights and guidance from experienced professional in the field who are genuinely invested in your success. The insights, advice, and networking opportunities are invaluable.”
