STEM Journey: Connect Alumni
A network for STEM Journey alumni that supports postsecondary success, early careers, mentorship, and leadership within a growing community of emerging STEM professionals.
*Yearly cohort registration windows opens as early as March and September
Program Overview
Connect Alumni supports Visions of Science graduates as they navigate postsecondary education and early careers in STEM. Through mentorship, networking, and professional development, alumni strengthen career readiness while remaining connected to the STEM Journey community.
Participants access career networking events, mentorship opportunities, and professional skill-building while contributing as mentors, facilitators, and role models for younger participants. Connect Alumni helps build a thriving network of emerging STEM professionals who support one another and give back to the communities that shaped their journeys.
Upcoming Program Details
Events, mentorship opportunities, and professional development sessions for STEM Journey alumni.
Stay tuned for updates!
What To Expect
Professional development workshops focused on career readiness, networking, and leadership.
Mentorship opportunities connecting alumni with students and industry professionals.
Networking events with STEM employers, researchers, and postsecondary institutions.
Opportunities to mentor younger STEM Journey participants and contribute to community leadership.
What Participants are Saying
“The program helped me feel more confident by giving me the chance to lead activities and explain STEM topics to others. It showed me that I can understand and teach science, which made me believe more in my abilities and excited to keep learning.”
“The STEM showcase was the most valuable activity for me. Preparing and presenting a DNA activity helped me build confidence, communication skills, and a deeper interest in science. It confirmed my passion for healthcare and inspired me to keep learning how science can improve people's lives.”
“I met new organizations at the networking event that I plan on reaching out to. I also feel more confident with the skills I have because I talked to my older peers who gave me advice on how I can use my past experiences for new opportunities.”
Program FAQs
Frequently asked questions from Connect Alumni participants and their families.
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