Talk to Students and Alumni When You Consider a College

Brown U. Alumni Attending Their 70th Reunion

Want to know about life at a particular school? Talk to students and recent alumni for an inside view on what the college is really like. Even older alums have valuable information to share.

I just came back from the annual reunion at my alma mater. Despite the rain, it was a joyous day. Reunion coincides with graduation, and the downpour didn't dampen the mood.

While I was there, I was surrounded by people who would love to tell you about Brown. So how can college applicants find these people, or alums and students from any school?

To start, ask your friends, relatives and teachers. You can also call the Admissions Office at any college and ask them to connect you to someone. Keep reading for tips on questions for students and alums.

But first, check out this video from graduation and reunion 2026 at Brown University.

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Brown University graduation procession 2026

Questions for Students

• Why did you pick your school?

• What do you like best about your school?

• What do you dislike?

• Tell me about your classes.

• What do you do on weekends?

  
  

  Questions for Alumni

• What's your favorite memory about your school?

• Have you stayed in touch with friends or professors?

• Has being an alum helped you in your career?

• What advice do you have for me?