Session Description: This roundtable explores how we can design clear and compelling pathways that support strong beginnings in the early alumni experience. We will examine why early engagement drops off and share challenges related to unclear pathways, forming alumni identity, and cross departmental alignment. We will also consider approaches that encourage recent graduates to stay involved through volunteering, storytelling, communications engagement, and event participation. Guided prompts and collaborative discussion will support open dialogue, peer learning, and the co creation of ideas that strengthen long term alumni connection.