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Black Matadors Connect makes it simple to connect with and get advice from the Black Matadors community. All you have to do is ask.

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You ask.
They answer.

Matadors love helping students and fellow alumni. So what’s one question you have for someone who’s done what’s ahead of you?

Ask A Question

Need inspiration? Here's what others like you have asked.

"I am a new transfer student to CSUN and feeling a little lost. I want to connect with fellow black students on campus but don’t know where to start. Are there any groups or clubs that you recommend I check out?"
"I am in my final year at CSUN and would love to speak to alumni from my degree program (Marketing) for advice on internships, career paths post-graduation and how to network with black professionals in my industry?"
"My name is Angela and I am a sophomore at CSUN looking to apply for scholarships. I find myself getting overwhelmed whenever I begin researching them. Are there scholarships out there that are specifically for black students like myself? Any help is appreciated!"
"I am a Computer Science major and sometimes feel underrepresented in my degree program. It would be great to hear from alumni who are software engineers about any resources they utilized during their time at CSUN."
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How It Works

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You ask.

Need help with an idea or active startup? Wondering about career options?

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We recruit.

Our technology (powered by Protopia) uses AI to find the best experts to answer you.

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Get answers.

We recruit until you have one or more responses, delivered via email.

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Say ‘thank you.’

And build your network by continuing to stay in touch (such as via LinkedIn).

Not sure how to ask? We’ve got a short video that will turn you into a networking rock star.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I ask?

Literally anything to help with your academic or professional development. There are thousands of alumni, faculty, staff, and friends that can help with class projects, building and growing a startup, or figuring out career options.

What is a good question?

Think of your question as an advertisement. Share who you are, what you are doing, and what you need help with. Keep it short and sweet. Here’s a short video on how to craft a great question that will get you results and help build your network.

Can I ask a follow-up question?

Yes, of course! Once we make a match you’ll have direct, one-to-one communication and can ask additional questions.

Who will see my question?

We send your request to the most relevant and available alumni, faculty, and staff based on your question.

Can I request someone specific to receive my question?

No. We make our matches based on availability, proximity, experience, and skills.

Is there a limit to how often I can ask?

No. You can ask as many questions as you would like. In fact, we encourage it as this is the simplest way for you to build your professional network.

Will my questions and responses be confidential?

Your question will not be made public. It will be seen only by matched experts and a handful of administrators.

How long will it take to get an answer?

Our goal is to get you answers within three business days. But it depends on what you’re asking. It can go as quickly as an hour to as long as 10 days or more.

This resource is an awesome way to make the Matador community even closer by connecting you with alumni who are either working towards or are currently in careers I am seeking to get into after graduation. The responses I received were amazing. Ask A Matador is extremely helpful in regards to networking with possible future contacts and understanding what the next steps could possibly be after graduation.
Riley H.CLASS OF ’23
Ask A Matador was extremely helpful to me. I got a response from an alumni that gave me a new perspective on my career, besides great advice and tips. It made me feel that I am not alone in my journey and there are people out there willing to share experiences and help. Thank you so much for making this tool available for us, I really appreciate it!
Drew B.CLASS OF ’23
I appreciate the input and willingness to respond to my request. It means a lot that someone from outside my circle is willing to give insight and advice. I did find this helpful, and I’m thankful alumni took the time to respond; especially now with everything going on. I am really glad that I received multiple responses from alumni, giving different perspectives.
Jeyashree H.CLASS OF ’20
I absolutely love Ask a Matador as it is great to be able to provide mentor support to current students. I feel it is a blessing to be able to share my experiences and wisdom. I value the questions and the fact that the students reach out for help. This is a great experience and I am always happy to help.
Jeyashree H.CLASS OF ’20
It felt great, giving advice to a fellow Matador. I wish these services were available why I was at CSUN. Using Ask A Matador made me feel like I had a connection back to CSUN after all of these years. I cannot wait to answer more questions and give more advise.
Jeyashree H.CLASS OF ’20
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Go ahead and ask

It has never been simpler to get help from others that have done what’s ahead of you.

Seriously.

Ask A Matador

The use of Ask an Alum is subject to our Terms Of Use. Questions? Contact us at help@university.edu