Question

Which statement about campus speeches and other professional development events is true?
These events are generally useless if your goal is to build networking contact outside of
the other students on your college campus.
To benefit from these networking opportunities, you should show interest in the trainers,
speakers, and other attendees.
Most campus speeches and professional development events offer opportunities for attendees to interview for open job positions.

Answer 1

The second statement is true: to benefit from these networking opportunities, you should show interest in the trainers, speakers, and other attendees.

Why: campus events are valuable networking chances — not useless — but you get more out of them when you engage. The first statement is false (they can help you meet students, faculty, alumni, and outside professionals). The third is also false in general: some events include recruiting or interviews, but most do not.

Quick tips to show interest and network effectively:
- Ask thoughtful questions after talks and during Q&A.
- Introduce yourself briefly and explain why you attended.
- Exchange contact info or connect on LinkedIn with a short personalized note.
- Follow up within a few days referencing something specific from your conversation.
- Attend any informal receptions or breakout sessions to meet people more casually.