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- Perform an Internet search of the Traveling/Local Alum’s information prior to communicating with that individual.
- Search for the Traveling/Local Alum’s profile via Facebook, Instagram, or any other social media platform to at least verify his/her identity and see if you have any friends in common. If you have friends in common, speak with those friends about the individual before communicating with the Traveling/Local Alum.
- When choosing to contact a Traveling/Local Alum, reach out via email or social media first.
- After familiarizing yourself with the Traveling/Local Alum’s via email or social media, consider having a conversation via phone or through video conferencing before making any decisions about meeting up in-person.
- If you choose to meet up in-person, consider meeting in the daytime in a public location.