Talking about Networking on Resume

This may blow your mind, but I've seen potential SA resumes that talk about networking on the resume.

Example:

As part of accelerated finance program....."Contacted 20+ alumni to learn about the investment banking industry and their experience."

What do you all think of this?

Am I an idiot if I follow suit? On one hand, the fact that a candidate networked shows initiative, on the other hand it could seem a bit....try-hardish.

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