Get involved
The College of Biological Sciences offers a variety of ways for alumni and friends to be involved. You can choose one-time opportunities such as job-shadowing and panel discussions, or once-a-month opportunities such as mentoring a student. It's up to you how much you want to be involved. Take our alumni survey and your name will be added to our database. We'll contact you when the right opportunity comes up.
Here are some examples of volunteer opportunities for alumni:
Mock interview week
Volunteer to facilitate 45-minute interviews for current students. Volunteers can choose to do a half day or full day of interviews. Experience in mock interviews is desired.
Informational interview
Be on a list of contacts willing to meet with students who want to connect with professionals in the field for career-related questions.
Panel discussions
Participate on a panel with other porfessionals to talk about your career, industry, or to offer general career advice.
Employer site visits
Work with your company and the Career Center for Science and Engineering to plan a company tour and presentation.
Recruit a CBS student
Think of CBS students when looking for new talent to join your organization (i.e. internships, full-time postions, etc).
Mentor a student
Build a relationship with a student who is looking for academic and professional guidance.
Be interviewed for BIO, the CBS newsletter
Be a part of our quarterly newsletter. CBS is looking for alumni working in the health sciences, education, research, biotechnology, public policy and other fields to interview for BIO.
Small group breakfast or lunch with the dean on campus
Join an informal discussion with the dean and other alums to learn what's going on at CBS.
Serve on the Biological Sciences Alumni Society board of directors
CBS is always looking for driven and engaging individuals who have a passion for CBS alumni and student engagement.
Help recruit students outside Minnesota
Be wiling to get together informally with potential students in your area.
