Handshakes? Masks? Social distancing? What is proper etiquette? Experts agree: public health is more important than traditional U.S. cultural norms. And… you still want to know how to make your best first impression. Whether you are heading to a networking event or interviewing for a job or internship— the return to the possibility of in-person […]
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Spring Term Letter from the Director
Welcome to Spring Term! In the latest installment of my quarterly letter from the director, I wish to share three things with you: hope, insight, and a call to action. First off, I am hopeful. More hopeful than perhaps I’ve been since the pandemic began. I’m hopeful because a mass vaccination plan is in the […]
Chemistry Connections
I want to share how excited I was to be a part of the planning group for our 4th annual Kalamazoo American Chemical Society (KACS) networking event, co-sponsored by Kalamazoo College and KACS. Over the past several years, we gathered in person in the Hicks Banquet Rooms on campus. Given the enthusiasm of wanting to […]
Job/Internship Fairs Held Virtually This February
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 […]
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 […]
Virtual CCPD
We have moved to a virtual format due to the spread of COVID-19. CCPD Virtual Office Hours on MS Teams: (Fall Weeks 1-10) Monday through Thursday: 2-3 PM EST. Tuesday evenings 7-8 PM, EST. Our office will be closed for in-person appointments in order to practice social distancing. Our staff will continue to make virtual student […]