Suffield Connect

SUFFIELD CONNECT

The program invites alums to speak with interested students about their careers, college major choices, and experiences at Suffield. The goal is to expose current students to life beyond Suffield and provide guidance from alumni professionals working in various fields. Juniors preparing for the college application process are heavily supported by Suffield’s college counselors and alumni mentors. Suffield Connect allows alums to support other graduates and to utilize the trusted Suffield Academy environment to expand their professional networking. By fully integrating with social networks, and cultivating a culture of helping and giving back, alums can again benefit from being a part of the Suffield Academy community.

Below is a sampling of alumni who met with our juniors remotely during the 2021-2022 academic year:

Juan Arreaza ’06, Associate General Counsel: Find what you’re passionate about, get good grades, and then study your butt off.

Denison Smythe ’14, Marketing Coordinator: There is no right way to pick a college...wherever you go is probably the right place to be.

Brendan Moss ’08, Chief of Staff: Being able to read something and write your opinion, or summarize something in a clear and succinct way, is a skill that will carry you to whatever you choose to do.

Mariam Ibrahim ’13, M.B.A Engineering Student: Whatever interests you, do it.

Dan Bennett ’16, Production Coordinator: Trust the process. The right opportunity is going to come to you when it’s meant to.

Callie Jacobs [Aldrich] ’10, Associate Creative Director: You should never go to a school because you think it’s prestigious. You should always go there because what they’re offering is what you think is the best path for you.

Tyler St. Pierre ’07, General Manager: It’s really important to know who you are, own it, and be excited about it.

Peter Derby ’14, Investment Associate: The search process should be organic and you can make decisions as you’re going.