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Our Mission

The mission of the Career Services Center is to support students in achieving their academic and career goals by assisting them in developing self-awareness, making informed decisions, acquiring experience, and obtaining meaningful employment.

Our Values

The Career Services Center staff is dedicated to empowering student success through personalized services and resources, forging valued partnerships through effective communication and collaboration, and embracing innovation and technology through continuous quality improvement and a commitment to excellence.

Student Learning Outcomes

By utilizing the Center's in-person and online services and resources,

Students will gain a better understanding of their:

  • Personal values and interests
  • Skills and abilities
  • Preferred work environments

Students will learn how to:

  • Select a rewarding career and major
  • Research careers and employers
  • Prepare a competitive resume and cover letter
  • Interview successfully
  • Gain experience to build professional skills
  • Obtain and maximize an internship
  • Conduct an effective job search
  • Display proper business etiquette
  • Utilize effective networking opportunities
  • Critically evaluate a job and salary offer
  • Pursue admission to graduate school
  • Enhance progress toward a degree through testing for credit