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Kelley Stillwagon
Career Specialist
kstillwa@kent.edu
330-672-8370
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What I do at the
Career Services Center: |
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I am a Career Specialist within the Career Services Center . It is my role to advise students and alumni about career paths and the tools needed to begin job searching. I interact with students and alumni through drop-in counseling, appointments, and presentations. When I meet with students or alumni we address issues such as career testing, interviewing skills, job searching, and career decisions. I also teach the Career Exploration class that is designed to provide students with information about the career decision making process. |
Education: |
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I am currently completing my Master's in Higher Education Administration and Student Personnel. I am a Kent Alumna with a Bachelors of Science in Education, with a concentration in comprehensive social studies. |
How I got here: |
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I feel very lucky to have my position. It has been a long journey getting to where I am today, but it has taught me to respect, appreciate and value my current position. I have wanted to be a teacher all of my life. After I graduated, I was offered a Directors position with a local non-profit organization. Through the close relationship of this organization and Kent State University my position quickly led to a new position as Student Activities Officer with Kent State University . I soon fell in love with working for the university, and enjoy helping college students through the college process. |
Most unusual job held: |
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My very first job was picking strawberries for a strawberry patch when I was in middle school. There was a nearby strawberry patch that would hire young children to pick strawberries during harvest season. I still laugh when I drive by the old berry patch and think about all the funny times we had in the strawberry patch. |
About me: |
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I have a great husband and two wonderful children, Michael and Lauren. I love spending time with my family and friends and value every moment we share. I also enjoy volunteering within my community. I have always felt a strong connection to Kent State University because I have many family and friends that are Kent State Alumni. |
Best advice for students: |
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Visit the Career Services Center as soon as possible. By connecting with us early in your “college career” you will have the tools necessary to make the most out of each college experience. |
