Thurs, Oct. 9
12:00-1:30PM
Atrium |
Latinos’ Contributions
in Sports-Related Careers
[A Hispanic Heritage Month Event]
Sergio Rodriguez, New York co-host of Sports Journey’s National Weekend Radio
Show, will discuss Latinos’ impact on sports and sports-related careers,
addressing such topics as the importance of education and the use of steroids in
the sport industry. Rodriguez also serves as executive director of Hispanics
Across America
http://www.haamerica.org a New York-based, not-for-profit
organization that advocates for Hispanic communities
throughout the United States. The program also will include general
information about sports-related careers.
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Thurs, Oct 2
3:30 - 5:30pm
room H228
Tues, Oct 21
noon - 2pm
room H228
Mon, Nov 10
5-7pm
room H228
choose one workshop
that fits your schedule
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Internship Search
& Success Workshops
Mandatory for students who plan on pursuing internships through
Career Services**. A great opportunity for everyone else to
learn the techniques you need to successfully search for and land an
internship or job!
[**You may substitute this
face-to-face workshop with a WebCT version, "Techniques for
Internship Search & Success." Contact Linda Levitt for
additional information on how to gain access to this online module.]
Learn how to
- Write a superior
resume
- Communicate your skills
orally and in writing to market yourself to employers
- Create an
attention-getting cover letter
- Strengthen your
interview skills
- Effectively and
successfully open more doors and create more internship/job
opportunities for yourself
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Wed, Sep 24
Mon, Oct 13
Wed, Oct 22
noon-1:00PM
outside the Bookstore |
Walk-Up Resume Critique Sessions
Are you looking for an internship for the
fall, spring or summer? A job?
Thinking of a career move?
Stop by with a hard copy of your resume and
have it critiqued by a Career Services professional.
No appointment necessary.
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Wed, Oct 1
noon-1:30pm
C207Mon, Oct 6
5:30-7pm
C207 |
Resume Writing
Workshops
What is
this thing called a "resume" and why do you need it? Learn how
employers use resumes and how to compose one that grabs the
positive attention of hiring managers. What common mistakes
should you avoid? How can you stand out in a crowd? What
works...what doesn't? |
Tues., Oct. 21
6:30-8:00PM
C205 |
Networking Workshop: Get the
Hookup!
Did you know that less than
15 percent of jobs are gained through the Want Ads?
Learn how to communicate effectively to achieve your career goals.
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Tues., Oct. 28
6:30-8:30PM
Conference Center |
Careers in Education
Stay Tuned...More info to follow. |
Tues., Sept. 30
5:00-7:00PM
C207Tues., Oct. 7
12:00-1:30PM
C207
Thurs., Oct. 9
3:30-5:00PM
C207
Thurs., Nov. 6
12:00-1:30PM
S243
Tues., Nov. 18
12:00-1:30PM
S243 |
Career Planning 101 Workshops
(Please note that a minimum of 3 attendees is
required to run this workshop)
Do you find yourself wondering…
·
What should I major in?
·
Which careers go with my major?
·
What are the best career options for me?
·
How can I best prepare for the career I'm
considering?
When making
significant career or education decisions, it is important to
recognize a few key characteristics about yourself so that you make
choices that are well suited for you. Specifically, it is helpful to
clearly understand what you are interested in, what your strengths
and abilities are, what your personality type is, and what is
valuable to you. Having self-awareness about these attributes will
help you choose a major, career, or make a career transition that
will bring a sense of satisfaction.
Join us for
one of these workshops where you will complete a FREE career
assessment that can help guide you in narrowing down the best
options for your future!
TAKE ACTION NOW!!! |
Mon., Oct 27
5:30-7pm
C207Wed., Oct 29
noon - 1:30
C207
Mon., Nov 3
noon - 1:30
C207 |
Internship Fair Success Workshop
~ Why should
you bother to attend the November 4th Internship/Mentoring Fair?
~ What do you want to gain from the Fair experience?
~ What you need to bring, wear, do, say to ensure you are
putting your best foot forward.
Career and Internship Fairs are
easy, fun and interactive ways to meet people in your future career
field, but there is a right and a wrong way to approach them.
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Tues., Nov. 11
12:00 - 1:30
C207 |
Interviewing and Dressing for
Success
Whether it's for a part-time job while in school, an internship
or a full-time career opportunity, the interview is what gets you
the job! Learn what to say and do and what common mistakes to
avoid at your next interview. |
Mon., Nov.17
6:00-8:00PM
Atrium |
Careers in the Computer
Technology & Information Science Field
Stay Tuned...More Info to Follow. |
Thurs., Dec. 4
noon-1:30PM
Atrium |
Job Survival and Success
Skills
Know what employers expect in
the workplace. Learn what top skills and qualifications will
get you promoted faster! |
