In May 2017, I was approached about being the coordinator for Mercer University’s transition to a new job recruitment platform. What I later learned is I had 58 days to make this t[...]

Finding new and innovative ways for students to engage with employers is a priority for career services professionals. While students and employers will come together at career fai[...]

On June 25, 2007 I walked out of my office at McKendree University to head home for the day.  It was a day of firsts for me.  My first day of work at McKendree, my first day as a D[...]

If you’re like me, you created resolutions to make positive change in your life for the new year. As a result, you came back to the office with positive intentions and a comm[...]

In September 2013, I took my first running step ever.  Why?  My workouts weren’t effective anymore and I needed to shake up the routine.  I registered for a 5K, but had no idea how[...]

In student affairs, we spend a great deal of time building the leaders of tomorrow. However, we often fail to incorporate the most important leadership skill: career readiness. Bei[...]

Professional development is critical for continuous education and growth purposes. But, many offices aren’t able to send their staff to multi-day conferences or specialized t[...]

Student affairs professionals spend their work lives helping to educate and develop their students, but don’t necessarily have the time or resources to educate and develop themselv[...]

As Career Services professionals we do a lot! Advising students, managing employers and planning events are all part of our day to day working lives. Starting off in this functiona[...]

  I remember the moment I received my master’s degree. I shook a bunch of hands, accepted my diploma (or…diploma cover) and sat back in my chair. My inner dialogue[...]