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Career Connect 2020

CANCELLED

Friday, March 13, 2020 Update: In an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and protect our campus community and beyond, Buena Vista University has canceled all BVU-sponsored events and events hosted at the University through Monday, April 13, 2020. As a result, we have decided to cancel our Career Connect 2020 event on Saturday, April 4. 

For any questions regarding this event’s cancellation, please reach out to career@bvu.edu

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Event Schedule

9-9:45 a.m.

Breakfast Buffet, Career Fair, LinkedIn Photo Booth

10-10:45 a.m. 

Keynote

11-11:30 a.m. or
11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Breakout Sessions

 

Career Panels: Alumni volunteers will participate in panels representing diverse career fields and answer questions about their educational and professional journeys. See full panel descriptions...

  • Twists, Turns and Reversals: Major Changes Happen
  • Roadblocks and Resilience: Surmounting Career Challenges
  • Global Experiences: Work/Teach/Volunteer Abroad
  • Where Are They Now? International Alumni Experiences
  • Careers with Community Impact: Working for a Nonprofit and Professional Volunteerism
  • Backpack to Briefcase: Salaries, Insurance, Leasing, and Finances for life after BVU
  • Personal Branding for a Virtual World
  • Gap Year or Grad School? 

Authentic Conversation Roundtables: Informal conversations with alumni representing diverse career experiences. Topics to choose from include:

  • Ethnicity and Work
  • Disability and Work
  • Gender/Sexuality and Work
12:30-1:30 p.m.

Lunch (provided)

1:45-3 p.m.

Career Fair/Practice Interviews

 

One-on-One Meetings: Volunteers will provide feedback on resumes, introductory emails, or LinkedIn profiles; to support students in networking with professionals in fields of interest.

Practice Interviews: Professionals will conduct mock interviews and provide feedback to students.

Career Fair: Local, regional, and national alumni and employers will share information with students and help them learn about internship and career opportunities.

Questions about the event? Contact us! career@bvu.edu

  • Career Panel Descriptions

    Twists, Turns and Reversals: Major Changes Happen

    Sixty percent of college freshman are uncertain about major and career; but, what if you change majors in your junior or senior year? Alumni share how they successfully navigated changing majors.

    Roadblocks and Resilience: Surmounting Career Challenges

    Successful alumni share how they've dealt with failure, rejection, and uncomfortable situations to become resilient and effective in their careers.

    Global Experiences: Work/Teach/Volunteer Abroad

    Can your bachelor's degree from BVU take you around the world? Yes, and these alums will show you how!

    Where Are They Now? International Alumni Experiences

    Alumni share their experience and advice for navigating the post-graduation landscape on a VISA and securing employment in the U.S.

    Careers with Community Impact: Working for a Nonprofit and Professional Volunteerism

    Professionals share experience from a range of nonprofit organizations and how they chose their careers; and, employees who work at for-profit companies share how they serve their communities through employer-sponsored volunteer hours.

    Backpack to Briefcase: Salaries, Insurance, Leasing, and Finances for life after BVU

    Human resource, financial planning, and insurance professionals share strategies for demystifying these real-world adulting topics.

    Personal Branding for a Virtual World

    Social media can be an effective tool when looking for a job. Used correctly, social media can help increase your job opportunities and allow you to network with alumni and prospective employers. Discover how to be clear about your digital brand and your unique value to propel your career forward.

    Gap Year or Grad School?

    If you're in a quandary about taking a gap year or two after graduation or going to grad school, you're certainly in good company. Alumni will share their experiences and address student questions.

    Authentic Conversations Roundtable: Ethnicity and Work

    An informal conversation for alumni, students, faculty and staff

    Authentic Conversations Roundtable: Disability and Work

    An informal conversation for alumni, students, faculty and staff

    Authentic Conversations Roundtable: Gender/Sexuality and Work

    An informal conversation for alumni, students, faculty and staff