Academic and Career Workshops

Soundtrack of Your Experience: Cover Letter and Resume Writing
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 | 11:30 a.m.
Willis N. Hackney Library, Library Classroom

A great soundtrack helps bring the movies to life. A great cover letter and resume can do the same. An overview of cover letter and resume dos and don’ts will be provided. Suggestions will be provided to those who send their cover letters and resumes to the Career Services Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event.

Dress Rehearsal Before the Show: Mock Interviews
Tuesday, October 23, 2012 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Willis N. Hackney Library, Office of Student Success

Practice makes perfect. Come out and practice your interviewing skills before you take center stage for one of your most important auditions: a job interview. Local employers and Student Success staff will conduct the interviews and provide feed back.

Win a Golden Globe in Presentation
Thursday, November 1, 2012 | 11:30 a.m.
Willis N. Hackney Library, Library Classroom

If you want the red carpet rolled out for your presentation skills, this workshop is for you. Learn effective ways to convey your message to an audience for class or conference presentations.

Craft a Happy Ending to the Semester by Preparing for Finals
Thursday, November 8, 2012 | 11:30 a.m.
Willis N. Hackney Library, Library Classroom

Come closer to your happily ever after by learning strategies for studying for finals and gaining resources for review.

Your Professional Debut Begins with the Job Search
Thursday, November 15, 2012 | 11:30 a.m.
Willis N. Hackney Library, Library Classroom

A role in a blockbuster will not fall in your lap and neither will a job. Suggestions for career planning will be provided, including shadowing, networking, online searches, social media presence, and more.