Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are sending you wishes for much success as you graduate. Remember that Gateway is here to support you for the life of your career!

Building a professional community or “network” is an essential component of students’ career development process. Professional networks help students explore their career interests, gain career-related information, access meaningful advice, learn about professional opportunities, and more.

Every Lafayette student has access to key resources and support to build their respective professional communities. Whether you have already begun to establish your network or are just getting started, the Gateway Career Center is here to support you each step of the way.

Keep in mind that networking can take place anywhere and with anyone! Your professors, peers, part-time job or internship supervisors, coaches, and family friends are all a part of your network. Utilize the resources, tools, and guidance available to you through Gateway to maximize the effectiveness of your efforts to establish, expand, and maintain your community, including the below resources and individualized support from your Gateway Career Counselor.

How to Grow Your Network Without Awkward Small Talk

Stepping into a new field comes with a unique set of challenges – one of the biggest being the need to build a strong professional network. For those who thrive in structured conversations and prefer more profound, more meaningful discussions …

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Storytelling: How to Tell a Story That Makes You Stand Out at Work and Beyond

In settings like a job interview, presentations, or networking events, you have two choices: recite your accomplishments like a resume, or weave a gripping story that grabs attention and sticks with people. Which approach do you think makes a bigger …

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What Should Your LinkedIn Profile Pic Look Like?

Wondering what your LinkedIn profile pic should look like? Easy—just flip the situation. You’re scrolling through LinkedIn, and someone sends you a connection request. You check out their profile and, bam, you see a blurry, casual selfie. Instantly, your impression …

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Alumni Connections

Meet Danielle
  • Easton, Pennsylvania
  • Director of Prospect Management and Senior Research Officer Lafayette College
Meet Rebecca
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Senior Medical Writer Envision Communications
Meet Hannah
  • Media, PA
Meet Paige
  • New York, New
  • Program Analyst USAID
Meet Melissa
Meet Ellie
Meet Julia
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Project Manager Covance
Meet Jessica
  • San Francisco, California
Meet Daniel
  • San Diego, CA
  • Special Agent, Homeland Security Investigations (ICE-HSI) Department of Homeland Security
Meet Justin
  • Luxembourg
  • English Teaching Assistant Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA)
Meet Evelyn
  • Hanover, NH
  • Grad Student Dartmouth College
Meet Benjamin

Career Resources