Counseling and Career Services

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Schedule of Events - Fall 2008
All Events are free and open to students and community members
[ LISTING BY DATE AT BOTTOM OF PAGE ]

Test Taking Skills test taking

Have you ever sat down to take a test and had your mind “goes blank?” Learn strategies to reduce anxiety, recall information and improve test performance.

Date: Friday, September 12th
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm

Location: CCS-108

 

Do it Now: Understanding & Overcoming Procrastination

Do you put off until tomorrow what you could do today? Do you paralyze yourself by procrastinating? Don’t wait. Attend today and gain control.

Date: Wednesday, September 17th procrastination
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Location: CCS-108


Resume Workshop

 

The average hiring manager spends only
15 seconds deciding whether to place your resume in the trash or
in the interview pile.
To stand out, you must have a flawless, positive, skillfully crafted marketing document. Learn how
to market yourself, increase your job opportunities and earning potential by attending this important workshop.

 

Dates:
Tuesday, September 23rd
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Location: CCS-108

Monday, October 6th
Time: 11:30am-1:00 pm
Location: CCS-108

Tuesday, October21st
Time: 11:30am-1:00 pm
Location: CCS-108

Thursday, December 4th
Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm
Location: CCS-108

Resume Basics


Interview Workshops

So, you received an interview? Great!
Now is your time to shine and land your next job! In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively prepare for the interview and understand the interviewing process. Let Career Services help alleviate your interviewing stress by attending this workshop.

Dates and Times:
Wednesday, September 3rd from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: CCS-108

Monday, November 17th from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: CCS-108

 


Getting the Most from a Job Fair

Create a 30-second "this is why you should hire me" commercial and be enthusiastic and confident! This is just one tip that can make you successful at a Job Fair. Learn how to present yourself in the most professional manner hile keeping your comments brief, respecting the employer and the other job seekers. Be armed with the latest information to create a strategy that will work in the short amount of time you have with apotential employer.

Date: Tuesday, October 7th
Time: 12:00am-1:00pm
Location: CCS-108



Univsersity Transfer Tidbits

Do you plan to transfer to a university? Do you know which one? Do you feel confident about how to do that? No matter how far along you are in you academic program, come to this workshop to learn how to research options, make decisions, do the paperwork and get to the next level!

Date: Tuesday, October 14th
Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm
Location: CCS-108

 

Dress for Success

Deciding what to wear for an interview can be more confusing and more important that what to wear for class or to go out on Friday night! In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to make a fantastic first impression, by dressing and acting in a professional manner. Don't learn about your interviewing attire from watching "American's Next Top Model," attend the Dress for Success Workshop instead.

Date: Wednesday, October 22nd
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Location: CCS-108


Exploring Online Career Resources

From YouTube to Myspace, entertainment and social networking dominate the online market. Learn about other online resources to help in career decision making and job search activities. Learn how to make online career resources work for your future.

Date: Wednesday, November 5th
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Location: CCS-108


Job Search Boot Camp

Finding the right job opportunity can be frustrating if you don't understand the process or know what employers are looking for in an applicant. In this workshop, learn how to stand out in a crowd and make your job search successful!

Date: Tuesday, December 9th
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
Location: CCS-108

 

On the second Wednesday of every month, we are please to have a representative from our partner, Jobing.com, available from1:00 - 3:00 P.M. to assist job seekers with understanding the online job search process.

 

Schedule of Events by Date.

September 3 | Interview Skills Workshop
September 12 | Test Taking Skills
September 17 | Do It Now: Understanding and Overcoming Procrastination
September 23 | Resume Workshop
Ocotober 6 | Resume Workshop
Ocotober 7 | Getting the Most from a Job Fair
Ocotober 14 | University Transfer Tidbits
Ocotober 21 | Resume Workshop
Ocotober 22 | Dress for Success
November 5 | Exploring Online Career Resources
November 17 | Interview Skills Workshop
December 4 | Resume Workshop
December 9 | Job Search Boot Camp
 
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Counseling and Career Services is located in the CCS Building
Career Services Phone: (623) 845-3283 Email Us
Counseling Phone: (623) 845-3064  
Fall/Spring Hours: Mon - Thu 8AM - 7PM
. Friday 8AM - 4:30PM
Saturday's Open - 9/20, 10/18 & 11/22 Hours 8AM - 12PM
Summer Hours: Mon - Thu 7AM - 6PM
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