{"id":1306,"date":"2026-02-11T17:13:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T17:13:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/?page_id=1306"},"modified":"2026-02-11T18:00:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T18:00:25","slug":"alumni-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/alumni-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Alumni Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"section\">\n<h1><b>Resources<\/b><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1KprhGstyxjltZ6GJPXbHwQEAmc0ipin6-E6P_vc4bIU\/edit?usp=drive_web&amp;ouid=107184164150569649377\">ALUMNI ONLY: Mentor Sign Up form (Add name to alumni database)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfl9Yu86x7oGVZAj3kCExjkG9gLVFCbBsoKSbrxiWno5o3GtA\/viewform\">Forgot Password<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSc2Q4ymUD43CMGXynIexMGobOXBT2iFH5gfBrVUov4ft4w6TQ\/viewform?usp=header\">Feedback form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h1><b>How to Access <\/b><b>the Alumni Networking Database<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Alumni Directory is a resource created to help Rutgers students and alumni connect for networking, mentorship, career guidance, and professional development. To protect user privacy and ensure appropriate use, the directory is <\/span><b>password-protected<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and access is granted based on user type. To navigate to the database, click on <strong>alumni resources &gt; Networking Database<\/strong>, and select the option with your corresponding role (Student\/Alumni\/Faculty).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For\u00a0<strong>students<\/strong>, check PGC announcement\/Canvas page for the password. For <strong>alumni<\/strong>\/<strong>faculty<\/strong>, check for an email from yolanda.carden@rutgers.edu for the password.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h1><b>How to Use the Alumni Networking Database<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This database is intended to support professional networking, mentorship, and career exploration within the Rutgers pharmacy community.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>1. Start with Your Goal<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before reaching out, identify <\/span><b>what you\u2019re looking for<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Career advice in a specific field of pharmacy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Insights into a particular role, employer, or sector<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mentorship or professional guidance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Informational interviews<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Being clear about your goal will help you identify the most relevant contacts and make your outreach more effective.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>2. Use Filters to Narrow Your Search<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To efficiently navigate the database, use filters to sort by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Field of Pharmacy<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Areas of Professional Experience<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Current Job Title or Employer<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Geographic Location<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Openness to Being Contacted<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This will help you find alumni whose background aligns with your interests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1307\" src=\"http:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121222-300x100.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121222-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121222-768x257.png 768w, https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121222.png 812w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\u00a0 Click on the \u201cfilter\u201d icon\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1308\" src=\"http:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121320-300x282.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121320-300x282.png 300w, https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/160\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-11-121320.png 710w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Scroll and select the fields you are interested in<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>3. Review Profiles Carefully<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before contacting someone, take time to read their:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Professional bio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Areas of experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Preferred way to connect<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Contact preferences (e.g., students, alumni, or both)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Only reach out if they have indicated they are <\/span><b>open to being contacted by your group<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Example<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This alumni specified to message them on LinkedIn before contacting them!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>4. Choose the Appropriate Method of Contact<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Respect the individual\u2019s stated preferences:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use <\/span><b>email<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if email is listed as a preferred method<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use <\/span><b>LinkedIn<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> only if LinkedIn outreach is welcomed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avoid using personal contact information in ways not specified<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do not contact alumni through channels they have not approved.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>5. Craft a Professional and Personalized Message<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When reaching out:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Introduce yourself clearly (name, program, graduation year if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Explain how you found them through the database<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mention a specific aspect of their background that interested you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">State your purpose concisely<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Be respectful of their time<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep messages professional, polite, and brief.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>6. Set Reasonable Expectations<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alumni are volunteering their time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Responses may take time, or they may be unable to respond<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A lack of response does not require follow-up unless invited<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do not send repeated messages if you do not receive a reply.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Example: <\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A message from an alumni regarding response time<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>7. Prepare Before Meetings or Calls<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If an alumnus agrees to connect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Review their background in advance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Prepare thoughtful questions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Be punctual and respectful of agreed time limits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Follow through on any commitments you make<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>8. Follow Up with Gratitude<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">After a conversation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Send a brief thank-you message<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Acknowledge their time and insights<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maintain professionalism in all future interactions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>9. Use the Database Responsibly<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Information in this database is <\/span><b>confidential<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do not share or distribute contact details<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do not use information for solicitation, recruitment, or marketing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use the database solely for professional networking and mentorship<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Misuse of the database may result in revoked access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>10. Update or Access Issues<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you experience difficulty accessing the database or need assistance:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Submit an access request using the provided form<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Allow time for verification and response<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Resources ALUMNI ONLY: Mentor Sign Up form (Add name to alumni database) Forgot Password Feedback form How to Access the Alumni Networking Database The Alumni Directory is a resource created &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/alumni-resources\/\" class=\"\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4194,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1306","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Alumni Resources - Pharmacy Governing Council<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/pgc\/alumni-resources\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Alumni Resources - Pharmacy Governing Council\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Resources ALUMNI ONLY: Mentor Sign Up form (Add name to alumni database) Forgot Password Feedback form How to Access the Alumni Networking Database The Alumni Directory is a resource created &hellip; 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