Save the date for three upcoming Winter job/internship fairs at WMU. K partners with WMU on these events, so students are highly encouraged to attend. Typically these fairs are the largest local recruiting events of the year for college students. This year they will be held virtually due to COVID-19. WMU Science, Technology, Engineering, and […]
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Winter Term Letter from the Director
Happy New Year, everyone! Typically, the start of a new year brings with it the excitement of renewal, recalibration, and resolution. Unfortunately, January 1st, 2021 came in with that hope and then, just a few days later, our country saw a violent uprising at our nation’s Capitol. Some were shocked by the events that unfolded, […]
Masking Up The Interview
It’s important to take mask-wearing seriously. And even more important to do so in an interview, since you may be in close contact. Keep these tips in mind: Wear the mask properly. A properly worn mask must be worn over the nose and over the chin. Anything below the nose and above the chin puts […]
Questions to Ask to Assess an Organization’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As you become more engaged in racial justice and social impact, you may become increasingly conscious of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) during your job search activities. You may want to know if a potential employer values DEI. “Conscious job seeking is searching for employment or contractor opportunities that align with your vision, mission, values, […]
Considering an Opportunity to Work as an Independent Contractor?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Question: What would my employment status be as an independent contractor? Answer: There is a fundamental difference between being employed on a full-time regular basis by an employer and engaging in an independent contractor relationship. A typical full-time employment relationship includes being placed on the employer’s payroll in which income earned is subject to […]
Making LinkedIn Actually Work
Here’s a common refrain in my coaching practice: Almost 95% of recruiters use LinkedIn to search for candidates, but the majority of our students have a basic profile with the title of “student”. They created it, probably because someone told them they should, and maybe they have added their roommates or a few friends. But […]
Dr. Z – K’s new career center leader
I write today to introduce myself to you: my name is Dr. Tricia Zelaya-Leon (you’re welcome to call me Dr. Z) and I am the new Director of the Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD). I officially began in my role on September 1st; most recently, I worked at Rollins College in Winter Park, […]
CCPD Statement in Support of Black Lives – (updated)
Black Lives Matter. The CCPD acknowledges that individualistic and systemic racism continues to be pervasive in the United States and around the world, and stands in solidarity with those that are fighting for basic human dignity. The CCPD has taken the summer to carefully review our policies and procedures around employer and alumni relations and […]
Dr. Z – K’s new career center leader
Welcome to this new school year! I write today to introduce myself to you: my name is Dr. Tricia Zelaya-Leon (you’re welcome to call me Dr. Z) and I am the new Director of the Center for Career & Professional Development (CCPD). I officially began in my role on September 1st; most recently, I worked […]
CCPD statement in support of Black lives
We in the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) at Kalamazoo College believe that Black Lives Matter. We acknowledge that individualistic and systemic racism continues to be pervasive in the United States and around the world, and stand in solidarity with those that are fighting for basic human dignity. What is our role? The […]