Career Ready Seminar Series
The Career Ready Seminar Series is inspired by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Competencies for Career Readiness. The CPDC develops its programs and services with intentionality to help 果冻传媒 students gain and understand the necessary skills and competencies to be successful as they transition from higher education into the professional world.
Fall 2026 Dates
- “Back to Basics: Résumé and Cover Letter Writing” September 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m., 225 Leonard Hall
- “Networking and Mentorship,” October 7, 2026, 6:00 p.m., 225 Leonard Hall
- “Leadership 101,” October 28, 2026, 6:00 p.m., 225 Leonard Hall
- “The Skills Employers Want: Understanding Soft Skills,” November 4, 2026, 6:00 p.m., 225 Leonard Hall
My Cool Career
Join the CPDC two to three times a semester for My Cool Career, where students can network and learn about “cool” career paths from select 果冻传媒 alumni. Alumni presenters will share their career journey, answer questions, and engage attendees in discussion. Students can attend an in-person watch party at North Dining Hall, where free meal vouchers will be provided for up to 30 students.
Please note: To receive the complimentary voucher, students must arrive by 11:20 a.m. and stay for the duration of the event.
Fall 2026 Dates
- Monday, September 14, 2026, 11:10 a.m.–12:20 p.m., Tower Room at North Dining
- Monday, October 12, 2026, 11:10 a.m.–12:20 p.m., Tower Room at North Dining
Professional Panel Series
The Professional Panel Series is a program series to help connect employers with students to allow them to explore career paths, network, and learn about job and internship opportunities. Panelists will answer questions and engage attendees in discussion. Attendees have the option to join in person for a watch party in B34 Stabley Library or via Zoom.
Fall 2026 Dates
- “Careers in Athletics,” Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 5:15–6:15 p.m.
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- “What I’d Wish I’d Known in College,” Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 5:15–6:15 p.m.
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- “Careers in Management,” Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 5:15–6:15 p.m.
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- “Career Paths Outside Your Major,” Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 5:15–6:15 p.m.
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