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TOP QUESTION OF THE WEEK -
Do I Need to "Friend" an Alum before I Can Contact Them?

Unlike other Facebook, LinkedIn, etc., EVERYONE in the alumni directory
is APPROACHABLE without needing to make a "friend" connection.

The "friend" tool is only for building out your personal network. It simplifies keeping in contact with the alumni you interact with most often. You can also see how you are connected to other alums through your friends, making in easier to make a connection.

When searching the directory, each alum has a "Send a Message" link next to their entry which allows you to send a quick message to anyone. You can also contact them via email or phone if they have chosen to show the community this info.

Remember when using the directory to follow the Directory Usage Policy.

 

My Friends

As a GSB alumni or current student you can now search the directory for fellow classmates or alumni with similar interests, industries, or living in your area, and invite them into your personal network. Prefer not to connect with a particular alum? "Blocking" is available.

Why is "Friends of Friends," and "Friends of Friends of Friends" at "0" even though I have friends?
Friends of Friend counts re-build each 24 hours, and Friends of Friends of Friends build weekly. This is most noticeable in the early stages of building your network.

I updated my profile, when will these changes take effect related to my friends?

The changes will show in your profile immediately, but the behaviors of the community vary in when these changes will take effect. Such as:

  • Friends of Friend counts re-build each 24 hours, and Friends of Friends of Friends build weekly. This is most noticeable in the early stages of building your network.
  • I change my home address from Palo Alto, CA to Los Angeles - the People near me to reflect LA will show overnight
  • If I add my dorm or change it - My fellow dormmates will notice this overnight.
  • If I change my social class year - I would see my "new set" of classmates change overnight.
  • If I add friends - my people of interest change will change weekly, currently on Sundays.

My Friends Groups

It is easy to categorize your network connections into personalized friend groups. Simply name your new friend group and then search for the alumni you want to add to that group.

My Messages

GSB alumni and current students can now message alumni from an alumni directory search result, or quick connect without having to copy and paste the email address into your email browser. Make sure that your preferred email address is up to date and that your preferences are set to accept messages.

Privacy/Preferences - Messaging

Choose whom you want to hear from and when.

Online Customer Service Contact Information

Please contact Online Customer Service at U.S.A. 1-866-543-0243, International 1-650-724-0627. Office Hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific time.

 

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