Expert Jackets
What does Highland Bakery do for Expert Jackets?
This is the restaurant that provides the lunches for all Expert Jackets events! Yum!
What is the day of the week Dinner Jackers are held?
Sunday evening usually.
What does JoJ stand for?
Jackets on the Job! Where we visit different Atlanta area HQs and network with alumni.
What does Mentor Jackets do?
It is a program to pair you with an alumni mentor that allows you to get advice from someone in your major or industry!
What is the goal of the Alumni Connections Pillar?
The time most Expert Jackets events are held?
From 11am-11:50am Tuesdays or Thursdays. This is during the Institute-wide class break!
How many people usually attend each Dinner Jackets event?
Due to the smaller and more intimate nature of the event, there are normally 6-10 people!
What does GRRW stand for?
Get Ready for the Real World! We do events that prepare you for the real world like public speaking 101, golf 101, and self-defense 101.
Go gtmentorjackets.com and fill out the pairing form!
Is it true that Alumni Connections is a pillar of SAA?
Yes! Along with Philanthropy and Spirit, Traditions, and Pride!
There is an "expert" alumnus who shares their story about their experiences through Tech and career navigation!
They are held at the alumni's house or at a nice Atlanta restaurant!
What time are meetings for the GRRW/JoJ committee?
Tuesdays @ 5pm-6pm!
When does the Mentor Jackets committee meet?
Tuesdays from 6pm-7pm!
What time does the Alumni Connections committee meeting?
They meet every Thursday from 11am-11:50am!
Smart Casual-Business Casual!
No! The alumni hosts the dinner and it is free of charge to SAA members.
Which Get Ready for the Real World event was held this past Tuesday?
Public Speaking!
Do all the mentors live in Atlanta?
No! We have out-of-state mentors and international mentors that you can communicate over the phone or email!
Why is joining the Alumni Connections committee helpful?
You get to meet new people, connect with inspiring alumni, and learn skills such as leadership, public speaking, and more!
How many people usually attend each Expert Jackets event?
Between 30-40 people!
What's the dress code for Dinner Jackets events?
Normally business casual+ unless otherwise noted!
What Get Ready for the Real World event is coming up this Tuesday?
What can you get out of the Mentor Jackets program?
School advice, career advice, a lifelong networking connection, and more!
Why is connecting with alumni important?
Because connections can help you with life and your career. The saying goes "It's who you know, not what you know!"