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As we are in the second week of classes, it is important to know the benefits of connecting with your professors! Establishing a relationship with your professors can help you be more successful in the classroom, help you secure jobs, and connections with professors can last a lifetime. So, for this week, get out of your comfort zone and go to office hours, you never know where it can lead.
- The Beauty of Office Hours
Professors love when you come to office hours. They are here to help you! It is hard to get noticed in a classroom of thirty, which is why office hours are an amazing opportunity to get noticed. Once a professor knows your name and knows who you are as a person, they are more likely to help you out and be more understanding of your circumstances.
- How Professors can help you land an internship
At Bentley, the majority of professors have had industry experience before teaching. That means that they have connections in the industry. Professors love to help out old friends by referring students to get internships. If you have a connection with a professor, your chances of getting referred are so much higher!
- You never know where your connection can lead to
There truly is no harm in connecting with your professor. At Bentley, we are taught that networking is the key to success. Professors should be a part of your networking goals! Connect with them on LinkedIn to keep them up to date on your professional achievements, get to know them in person, and lastly don’t be afraid to ask them for advice. Professors are here to help you not only academically but also professionally.
Overall, professors can open so many doors for you. Professors want to see their students be successful, so set up a time to connect with your professor this week!
