First Generation Series

First Generation Open House

Wednesday Nov. 08, 1:00 - 3:30 P.M.

Location: Brotman Hall 250

Join us for the CDC Open House: Reach for the Stars on National First Generation Day! Enjoy free food, enter to win exciting opportunity drawings, and explore our space-themed activities to discover how the CDC can help you reach your career goals. Don't miss this stellar opportunity. 

To attend register here.

First Generation Workshop Series

The Career Development Center (CDC) is excited to introduce our First Generation Workshop Series. We understand your unique challenges and opportunities and offer tailored resources and guidance to help you navigate your career path successfully.

Whether you're exploring options, seeking internships, or preparing for life after graduation, we're here to help you excel and make your family proud. Join us in unlocking your full potential on this journey to a fulfilling career.

Workshops:

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in College & Beyond

Imposter Syndrome is a psychological occurrence in which an individual doubts their skills, talents, or accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a fraud. Attend this virtual workshop that will focus on helping you overcome your own Imposter Syndrome in college and beyond.

Monday, Sep 18, 2023, 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.

 

Defeating Procrastination in Your Career Journey

Procrastination is the action of unnecessarily and voluntarily delaying or postponing something despite knowing that there will be negative consequences for doing so. Attend this virtual workshop to learn techniques to help you overcome procrastination in your career journey.

Thursday, Oct 05, 2023, 1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Register online 

Resume & Cover Letter Writing

Get noticed! Attend this virtual workshop to learn how to prepare a professional resume and cover letter that will uniquely communicate your career objectives, skills, and education.

Wednesday, Oct 11, 2023, 11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

Register online

Search & Prepare for Internships

Attend this virtual workshop to learn how to use the resources provided by the Career Development Center to explore internships. Find out what steps you can take to prepare for the internship before it starts.

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023, 12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.

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Networking Outside Your Comfort Zone

"I do not like networking or meeting strangers, especially recruiters.” If this statement sounds like you, come to this in-person workshop to learn how to tolerate networking and even possibly enjoy it!

Wednesday, Nov 01, 2023, 12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Career Development Center - BH250

How to Manage Your Finances Throughout Your Career

Attend this introductory in-person workshop to learn how to manage your current personal finances to prepare you for future financial goals and outcomes. Learn important skills that you can use today to demystify career financial planning.

Thursday, Nov 30, 2023, 2:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Career Development Center - BH250