This session explores how alumni engagement professionals can partner strategically with campus colleagues to strengthen connections with students and young alumni. Participants will learn how to identify high-impact campus partners, build mutually beneficial collaborations, and integrate alumni engagement into the student experience well before graduation. Through practical strategies, real-world examples, and actionable takeaways, attendees will leave equipped to create a more seamless transition from student to engaged alumnus—fostering lifelong affinity and involvement with their institution.