Glossary

Aggie Network: The community of Texas A&M students and alumni worldwide.

Mentorship: A professional relationship where an experienced individual guides a less experienced person.

Alumni Association: An organization that connects and supports former students of a university.

Networking: Building and maintaining professional relationships for career growth.

Referral: A recommendation from someone within a company to assist in a job application process.

Professional Etiquette: Appropriate behavior and communication when reaching out to former students—includes being respectful, concise, and showing gratitude. 

Alumni Database: A searchable directory of Texas A&M former students who have opted in to share their professional information and are open to being contacted.