Weāre kicking off Fall Treats for Summer Deets in the Career Studio! Students:Did you have an internship, job, or take classes over the summer? We want to hear all about it! Your experience matters, and by sharing it through our Summer Experience Survey, youāll help us improve career resources for you and future students. Plus, […]
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Meet Employers & Unlock Opportunities: Your Guide to the 2024 Fair
Are you exploring career paths, searching for that perfect summer internship, or just looking to build connections with future employers? Then mark your calendar for the Kalamazoo College Employer Connection Fair, happening Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Dewing Commons.
Staff Changes at CCPD: Welcoming a New Assistant Director and Bidding Farewell to a Longtime ColleagueĀ
Last Academic Year at the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) brought significant staff changes, marking both a new beginning and a heartfelt farewell. We are excited to announce that Alejandro Alaniz ā18, hired as Career Coach in Summer 2023, has been promoted to Assistant Director. Alaniz, a native of the Rio Grande Valley, […]
New PE/Wellness Class Utilizes Design-Thinking for Career DevelopmentĀ Ā
Tailored for all students, from first-years to seniors, “Design Your Path” equips them to make informed decisions about their next steps at Kalamazoo College and beyond. The CCPD hopes to offer this course again in the future. Impact of course on student participants Students completed pre- and post-course assessments for this course and reported a […]
Professional Headshots for Students at the Career StudioĀ
The Career Studio is excited to continue offering professional headshots for students. Launched last Winter, this program has already provided 51 students with high-quality headshots.Ā
Career Launch: Empowering First-Generation College StudentsĀ
Our new colleague Alejandro Alaniz ā18, ran the CLIPP program this year. He said, āI’m thrilled with the incredible growth and achievements we’ve seen from this year’s CLIPP cohort. Their dedication and passion have truly set the bar high, and I can’t wait to see the next group take on new challenges and continue building […]
Exploring Career Paths: Psychology Majors Engage with Alumni
This past spring, the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD), in collaboration with the Psychology Department, offered newly declared psychology majors a unique opportunity to explore their career possibilities through an innovative approach. Typically, Hornet Huddlesācareer conversations that connect students and alumni in one-on-one or small group settingsātake place outside the classroom. However, this […]
Chicago Externship Trek: Connecting Students with Alumni and Career Opportunities
In June, the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) piloted the Chicago Externship Trek, offering first-year and sophomore students a unique chance to explore career paths through job shadows in Chicago. Running from June 12 to June 14, 2024, this initiative provided 20 students with hands-on experience and valuable networking opportunities with alumni.Ā Innovative […]
Linguistic Skills in Professional Communications
In a remarkable collaboration this fall, Kās Spanish Department partnered with the CCPD on a specialized assignment for Senior Seminar Students. Career Coach Alejandro Alaniz ā18 hosted students for one-on-one mock interview sessions conducted exclusively in Spanish. Engaging in professional conversations and interviews in Spanish not only bolstered their language skills but also instilled confidence […]
Earn While You Learn: Propel Your Career with the CCPD
Are you a looking for an enriching part-time job on campus? Do you want to work on your own career development? Do you thrive on helping others in reaching their goals? If so, we have the perfect role for you! The Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) is currently seeking students to join our […]