During the month of December 2006, I continued a favorite academic / professional skill development practice. I received the permission of the Dean to have a Networking Event. This would incorporate my Management class, an English Composition Class and a Principles of Marketing class. I brought these classes together on a Saturday morning to allow an overlapping of real-life skills to occur in real-time. I asked the English Comp class to critique the resumes of the other classes. I asked the Principles of Marketing class to provide unusual methods to help the other classes market themselves to potential employers. I asked the Management class to provide a solid game plan and timetable to prospect and interview with a purpose over the next month. All of these actions were occurring during a business breakfast in the banquet room of a Golden Corral. Ten or more professionals from the students' intended degree fields were represented there: Criminal Justice Information Technology Electronics Business Industry Medical Assistance These students had an opportunity to dine in a business setting with these professionals. The professionals had a refreshing moment to relate the real skills that would entitle the students to have consideration for a career and receive recognition in the workplace. These students understood that all of the participants were executives, decision-makers, and / or owners of businesses looking for entry-level and career-changers. The turnout was remarkable for a Saturday morning at 7:30 am - on both sides of the coin. Several appointments and interviews have transpired since then. As you can see, we were able to accomplish several tasks within that 3 hour time period. I was very proud of the students' participation and humbled that my business associates and friends would take the time to lend their talents and viewpoints to the students! Thank you