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8:30-8:55 |
Registration (University Union Grand Ballroom entrance)
Welcome (University Union Grand Ballroom)
Dr. William Clow — Dean, College of Fine Arts and Communication
Dr. Peter Jorgensen — Chair, Department of Communication
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9:00-9:40 |
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IA. "Do's and Don'ts: The First 30 Daysr"
Rachel Bridgett
Simple Do's and Don'ts that will help lay a successful foundation for a great career.
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IB. "I Can Do That With my Communication Degree?"
Jessica Stock, Alisha Barnett, Julie O'Brien
A Communication major is suitable for many career choices. This is a benefit if you know how to sell
your degree. During this panel you will learn how several previous communication graduates promoted their
degree and how it benefited them
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9:45-10:30 |
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IIA. "Piecing Your Career Puzzle Together?"
Michelle Howe
Puzzled? Unsure of which path you want to take within your major? Have you developed a personal
plan to research careers, internships, and school-related opportunities? Come to this workshop to
learn how to create your own dynamic career plan to guide your experiences and "piece your puzzle together"
at WIU and beyond.
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IIB. "You Got the Interview, Now What"
Heather Harkey
Congratulations, you got a phone call and an employer was impressed with what they saw on your resume
and they want to interview you! Getting called back for interviews is exciting news, but can often lead to a
lot of questions. Learn what to do and what not to do for that big interview so you can leave your best impression
with a prospective employer.
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10:35-11:20 |
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IIIA. "Top Skills To Land and Keep Your Dream Job"
Alyssa Hummel
You have finally graduated and your mind is full of information- what do you do with it? Know the professional tactics
to accompany your education that are a “must-know” to be able to receive a job offer and be successful in your first job.
Learn everything from mannerisms to dressing for success for an interview. Then gain the social information needed to
perform at your best in the office. Learn the unwritten rules for success after college then get ready to land and keep your
dream job.
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IIIB. "SInternship Importance: Fly into your future career!"
Allison Osborne
In today's job market internships are absolutely essential.
Internships allow you to utilize the skills you learned in the classroom, as well as provide
you skills you can't learn in the classroom. They teach you, both, what you'd like to do, and
not like to do in a future career. Finally, it’ll give you credibility, real world experience,
and simply "something to talk about" in your future interviews. Not to mention, the connections and experiences
that you establish can lead into your dream career. So, what are you waiting for? Jump in!
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11:25-12:30 |
Keynote Luncheon with Matthew Sager
(University Union Grand Ballroom)
"This Year's Hottest Commodity: You!"
Gone are the days of simply relying on a good resume to stand out. Learn about self-branding,
and how to separate yourself from the masses in today's highly competitive job market.
Check your meal choice below (all meals include roll, and iced water and iced tea).
Roasted Turkey Breast, Roasted Red Potatoes, Green Beans.
Vegetarian Entree, Roasted Red Potatoes, Green Beans.
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12:40-1:20 |
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IVA. "The Real World: The Job Hunting Season"
Laurelin Hefter
Somewhere between the scary fate of living off your parents for 5 more years and being the youngest college graduate on
"Cribs" is a realistic lifestyle of a recent college graduate with a livable salary and a job title that you can be proud of.
I will give it to you straight and tell you what the job market is really like. No worries…I have a few resume,
follow-up call and interview hints to make you shine above the other applicants for the dream job you want!
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IVB. "Digital Dirt: How Social Media Affects Careers"
Dr. Jill J. Myers, Dr. Katharine Pawelko and Dr. Todd Lough
Online activities and social media sites enable individuals to maintain relationships without geographical boundaries, to communicate, and to share information in real time easily,
efficiently and economically. But communication connectivity, (Twitter, texting, blogging, and Facebook), can also destroy reputations and careers. This session will provide Internet
users with information concerning: (1) the extent social media affects careers, (2)real-life examples of online behaviors and the resultant consequences,
(3) the legal parameters surrounding free speech and the Internet, and (4) some best practices or policies to protect employees from posting inappropriate or inadvertent
gaffes detrimental to themselves or their employer.
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1:25-2:15 |
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VA. "Just When You Thought You Knew It All: Graduate School-What You Need to Know"
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to transition from undergraduate work to graduate work? Do you wonder what really goes on in graduate school? Come find out during this session where current and former graduate students will be happy to regale their experiences!
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VB. "Resume Workshop"
Rachel Bridgett, Jessica Stock, Laurelin Hefter, Julie Russell, Julie O'Brien, Alyssa Hummel,
Alisha Barnett, Heather Harkey, Jill Bisbee
Meet with professionals in the field for this session to receive feedback on your resume.
You must bring your resume with you.
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2:20-3:10 |
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VIA. "Sell Me Your"
Justin Elbe
Are you interested in a career in sales? What does it take to be successful in sales? How do you win customers over and gain their loyalty? This communication graduate and local business owner will share his secrets to success.
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VIB. "Mock Interview"
Rachel Bridgett, Jessica Stock, Julie O’Brien, Alyssa Hummel, Alisha Barnett, Heather Harkey, Michelle Howe, Laurelin Hefter
Come prepared to participate in a mock interview. You will be expected to introduce yourself and answer behavior based questions. You will receive feedback on your performance.
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3:15-3:30 |
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VII. Closing Session & Prizes |
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