Spring 2017 CCO Graduate Workshops & Presentations
Jan. 18 / Criticism: Is it constructive? Giving and receiving feedback effectively
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM / Deans’ Auditorium, 2nd floor, Pfendler Hall
Offering and receiving constructive criticism effectively is an important professional skill. Attend this presentation to learn about giving and receiving critical feedback to and from peers, supervisors and supervisees.
Jan. 24 / Maintaining work-life balance in graduate school
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM / Room 105AB, Graduate Student Center / Presented by Jennifer Walsh, CAPS
“Work-life balance” isn’t a popular catchphrase or an unattainable goal. It is a necessary skill, and one you will need throughout your lifetime! Attend this presentation by Jennifer Walsh, M.A., LMHC, a Staff Therapist with CAPS, to learn how to maintain your mental, physical, personal and social health while succeeding in your academic and professional roles.
Jan. 26 / Make LinkedIn work for you!
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM / Deans’ Auditorium, 2nd floor, Pfendler Hall
Use LinkedIn to maximize your chances of career success. Attend this presentation to learn why you should be on LinkedIn, how to network with alumni and other groups, search for jobs, and get the most out of this resource.
Jan. 31 / Convert your CV into a resume
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM / Deans’ Auditorium, 2nd floor, Pfendler Hall
What are the differences between the purpose, form and content of CVs and resumes? Convert your CV into a resume, improve an existing resume, and learn about resume do’s and don’ts. Bring a copy of your document(s) to workshop or peer review.
Feb. 1/ Elevator pitch and networking
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM / Deans’ Auditorium, 2nd floor, Pfendler Hall
Attend this workshop to learn about networking strategies, how to develop your personal brand, and refine and practice your elevator pitch.
Feb. 2 / Ace your interview!
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM / PGSC Room 105AB, Graduate Student Center
Develop and refine interviewing skills, whether the interview is over the phone or Skype or in person. Learn how to prepare for it (research and strategies), and learn ideal professional etiquette during and after your interview.
Feb. 21 / Negotiation skills
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM / PGSC Room 105AB, Graduate Student Center
Attend this presentation to learn how to evaluate and negotiate an offer! Understand the evaluation and negotiation process, the critical questions to address, and possible factors for consideration as you compare offers and negotiate the terms of a job offer.