Networking for PE while still in college

I know PE recruiting is different what with the presence of headhunters and all, but should I start networking with alumni at the PE firms I'm interested in? I feel like it's easy to build a relationship now because obviously you won't be asking them for a job or a referral or anything for a while so you can feel more comfortable just chatting. Also I think that very few college kids probably actually reach out to them.

So is this advisable?

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