The CAA Mentorship & Networking Committee strengthens student-alumni engagement through targeted mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities. Working in collaboration with career offices across the University, the Committee helps expand a diverse network of industry-based alumni volunteers. Committee members include both CAA Board members and other alumni volunteers.

On-Demand Programs

Watch recordings of past Mentorship & Networking programs on the CAA YouTube channel, featuring Columbia alumni and industry professionals sharing career insights, experiences, and practical advice.

Making the Most of Alumni Conversations

From CAA's Mentorship and Networking Committee, whether you're a student or an experienced professional, this brief presentation will equip you with a strong foundation to confidently reach out to alumni and other experienced professionals to learn more about their fields, see if they’re right for you, and put your best foot forward during your job search

A Look at the Current Labor Market

A virtual roundtable conversation discussing current labor market trends for both students and alumni with the Executive Director of Columbia SPS's Career Design Lab, the Center for Career Education's Associate Director of Employer and Alumni Relations, and the Director of the Columbia's Human Capital Management graduate program, moderated by the chair of Columbia Alumni Association's Mentorship and Networking Committee.

Pivots with Purpose – Designing a Career That Evolves with You

A conversation with alumni who have navigated meaningful career pivots across industries, sharing insights on adaptability, purpose, and long-term career design.