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Hatter Chats

Hatter Chats is an alumni-student networking program designed to connect current students with successful Stetson alumni! The program facilitates meaningful conversations, allowing students to gain valuable insights into various career paths and industries. Through Hatter Chats, students can build professional relationships, receive guidance on their academic and career goals, and expand their professional network, all while alumni have the chance to give back to their university by sharing their experiences and expertise. 

Hatter Chats Successes

Student Participants

  • "I couldn’t imagine a networking opportunity with someone whose personal and professional experience was more directly relevant. It had a tremendous impact on me personally." - Ken Walker '26

Alumni Career Champions

  • "Being able to meet with students virtually was very fulfilling. I am glad this is a segue into networking in a particular field." - Chase Brown '21 & '23
  • "I'm so glad I found this program, it was a pleasure getting to connect with a current Stetson student and share career and professional insight!" - Gabriel Smith '19

Here's What to Expect Participating in Hatter Chats

Students

  • Please fill out the Student Hatter Chats Interest Form to let us know you would like to join the program.
  • You will receive an email with the next steps once you have been accepted to the program.
  • We provide you with everything needed to connect with your assigned alumni and have a great conversation!

Alumni Career Champions

  • Please fill out the Alumni Hatter Chats Interest Form to let us know you would like to join the program.
  • You will receive an email with Stetson University's Volunteer Form, which will need to be completed before you can be connected with students.
  • Next, our team will invite you to a Hatter Chat kick-off meeting with more information about the program, expectations, and the impact you will be making in the lives and careers of students.
  • We provide you with support and resources, all you have to do is share your experience and advice!