"Networking 101," an alumni panel discussion focusing on proper networking techniques, will be offered to Westminster College students Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Witherspoon Rooms of the McKelvey Campus Center.

"Now, more than ever, networking is an important way to build connections leading to internships, employee opportunities, and career resources," said Mary James, Westminster's director of alumni relations and a 1984 Westminster graduate. "This event, hosted by the Student Alumni Association, is an opportunity for students to learn about successful networking and to begin building their network through connections to alumni."

James and Jackie Meade, director of Westminster's Career Center and a 1986 Westminster graduate, will share networking advice.

Westminster senior public relations major Lurene McDonald, a daughter of James and Shari McDonald of Hickory, will moderate a panel of Westminster alumni that includes:

Craig Genkinger, a 1976 graduate, senior vice president and financial consultant with Parker Hunter.

Rob Jackson, a 1991 graduate, CEO of the Grove City Medical Center and member of Westminster's Board of Trustees.

Becky Rickard, a 1998 graduate, group sales and audience development manager for Pittsburgh Public Theater and a member of Westminster's Alumni Council.

Panelists will be available during dessert to chat with students about their areas of expertise.

Contact James at (724) 946-7363 or e-mail mjames@westminster.edu for more information.