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Opportunities for Students and Alumni The Power of Alumni Networking by Viviane Varin Till Chances are that if you are one of our 2,700-plus CCES alumni, you feel strongly, as we do, that you received a top-notch education, possibly the best that South Carolina has to offer, and were prepared for the rigors of college. That is, after all, the mission of Christ Church Episcopal School. But, in today’s world of layoffs, stimulus packages, and bailouts—is that enough? If you are looking for a job, a summer internship, or for networking opportunities, put CCES alumni events on your list of social engagements. The CCES Alumni Network is Strong The Alumni Office is well aware that in this economic climate it’s not only what you know but also who you know that will help you succeed. The CCES alumni network is strong and available to all members of the CCES family. If you are looking for a job, a summer internship, or for networking opportunities, you would do well to put our CCES alumni events high on your list of social engagements. Attend our Oyster Roast, Christmas parties, reunions, and other events and you will not only enjoy catching up with your old classmates and teachers—you might also make a valuable professional connection, set up a job interview, or spend some time talking with other alumni about potential business opportunities, not only here in Greenville, but anywhere around the world. The CCES connection is evident in many business relationships in town, for example, the Nachman Norwood & Parrott Investment Group, with partners Bob Nachman ’82, Ben Norwood ’83, and John Parrott ’65. Similarly, when Stacy Smallwood ’97 opened her stores (see article, p.28), she turned to Linning Smoak Crawford for publicity, where she knew she could count on CCES alumnae Katherine Wood Smoak ’88 and Marion Rose Crawford ’85 to deliver. New Senior Internships When Ingram Carpenter ’06 was looking for a summer internship following her freshman year at the University of Pennsylvania, the Alumni Office helped arrange one with Tucker Eskew ’79 in Washington, DC. Now two current alumni programs are in place to help our students begin networking while they are still at CCES. This spring the Upper School launched a new senior internship program. Government and economics teacher Melanie Carmichael, other faculty members, volunteer parents, and the Alumni Office have teamed together to place eligible seniors in intern positions with firms in the community that match the student’s career ambitions. This pilot program will provide students with real-life, hands-on experience that can’t be taught in a classroom. After their internship, a report will be given to the junior class in hopes of inspiring them to take advantage of similar internship opportunities next year. Among the CCES graduates and current parents participating in the internship program are Stephen Geary (Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas), Marie Clay Hall ’75 and Cindy Carrigan (Novartis), Tim Hughes (orthodondist), Linda Pentaleri (Greenville County Children’s Museum), and Courtney Tollison ’95 (Upcountry History Museum). 6 | Highlights
Opportunities for Students and Alumni Alumni Career Program The second alumni networking program began five years ago when CCES held its first Alumni Career Program for Upper School students. Designed to expose juniors and seniors to successful practitioners in fields ranging from medicine and law to education and public service, the program brings reunion-year alumni face to face with our students to offer advice, answer questions, and make connections. A secondary benefit of the program has been the professional networking opportunities the participating alumni discover by talking to each other on that day. Keynote speakers have included businessman and former Clinton White House staffer Billy Webster ’75, Hollywood producer Wayne Hopkins ’91, international security expert Ann Hayes ’77, TV executive Billy Campbell ’78, and agricultural commodities consultant Appy Apperson ’79 (read an excerpt from his keynote address, p. 8). Along with these keynote speakers, scores of accomplished alumni have volunteered to sit on career panels and interact with students. From retired family court judge Amy Sutherland ’72, to freelance sports journalist David Hamilton ’99, United States Secret Service agent Scott Summers ’91, cardiologist Tommy Siachos ’89, and many others, our alumni have proven generous of their time with our students. As our graduates move through college, internships, and careers, these alumni connections will undoubtedly appreciate in value. All along, you’ve known that CCES has been a powerful force in your life. Through this school you have made lifelong friends and shared many wonderful experiences. But the benefits of a CCES education don’t end abruptly with Commencement. For many pursuing jobs, careers, and new opportunities, this school continues to yield valuable dividends, especially in the area of alumni networking. ■ Viviane Varin Till is Director of CCES Alumni Programs. The annual Alumni Career Program allowed Appy Apperson '79, Scottie Echols Fowler ’79, Emily Collins Rackley ’79, Greg Kintz ’79, and Pam Sheftall Huffman ’79 to network over a delicious lunch. Spring 2009 | 7
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