Networking implies building a network that is, building a group of interconnected individuals that can be used to communicate across this web or network.  The manner in which you are interconnected depends upon you.

Join a few groups and organizations
Join at least one academic program and at least one student organization.  However consider that membership in too many student non-academic organizations takes time away from your studies.

Meet faculty through the Outstanding Faculty Series
Gain valuable insights into building relationships with faculty and hear distinguished faculty talk about their own academic journeys through the Outstanding Faculty Series sponsored by the Transfer, Re-entry and Student Parent Center.

Use the Career Center resources for disabled students
Check out resources for students with disabilities at the Career Center.

Plan your summer

• Be sure to get a job or an internship that allows you to explore career interests.
• Look into programs such as the UC Berkeley Washington DC program, Study Abroad, and resources found on the UC Berkeley Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship website.