Advising and Career Success Day
About the Event
Come be a part of SXU's Advising and Career Success Day on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, where students connect with advisors, attend professional and personal development sessions focused on academic and career success, network with alumni and mentors, and explore internships and job opportunities at the College-to-Career Expo.
During this event, learn how to:
- Gain and articulate experiences and skills valued by employers.
- Effectively listen and communicate in the workplace.
- Learn more about your major and career opportunities.
- Connect with and learn from student leaders.
- Find out how to start building your resume as a first/second-year, DACA and undocumented student.
- Network and leverage relationships with career and industry professionals.
Schedule of Events
Join Advising and Career Success Day! Meet advisors, attend sessions, network with alumni, and explore opportunities at the College-to-Career Expo. Spark your future!
Career Readiness (9 to 10 a.m.)
"Job Jumpstart" (Butler Reception Room)
Career Sessions:
- "Managing Stress in the Job Search" (S-101)
- "Choose: Remote vs. Hybrid vs. On-Site vs. Salary" (S-101)
- "A Real Work Day" (S-113)
- "Dress for the Job" (S-113)
Advising Fundamentals (10 to 11 a.m.)
- General Advising, ADVS-101 (S-101 and S-113)
- Student Leadership Information (Butler Reception Room)
- Preparation for Graduation, ADVS-201 (McGuire Hall)
Please note: Faculty advisors will be available from 2 to 4 p.m. for advising appointments.
Social Networking (11 a.m. to noon)
- "Community and Fostering Belonging" (S-101)
- "Cougar Connections" (Butler Reception Room)
- "Faculty Advisor Meetings" (Location: Various Faculty Offices)
College-to-Career Expo (noon to 2 p.m.)
- "College-to-Career Expo" (Shannon Athletic and Convocation Center)
- "Career Corner" (Shannon Athletic and Convocation Center)
Faculty Advising Appointments (2 to 4 p.m.)
Meet with your faculty advisor (faculty offices)
