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The University of Scranton chapter visited Fleet Financial Services for a tour last December. In addition to touring Fleet's state-of-the-art facilities, the students used the opportunity to make valuable connections. Some members made business contacts and were given leads on job openings. The group met the SHRM diversity director for Pennsylvania and also located a new speaker for an upcoming meeting. The visit included an introduction to Fleet's services, an open-forum discussion on current HR issues, a tour of the facilities, and a luncheon with the entire HR staff. Chapter members were able to see how a progressive company is run and how HR can play an important part in achieving the company's strategic plan.