February 25 – 26, 2010
The Professional Development Institute is a continuation and expansion of the Business Boot Camp started by alumni of our department and coordinated by Tim Moffit and the CCD. It's now organized by the Center for Career and Professional Development and open across majors.
Schedule of Events
The PDI will offer an intensive professional development opportunity that will engage alumni and College friends in two days of events aimed at helping K students consider and prepare for life after K. Through reflection and discussion, résumé reviews, professional networking, Guild gatherings, mentoring/advising sessions, and a training for seniors on professional etiquette, students and career professionals will hone skills and deepen connections necessary for successful post-graduate pursuits.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
4:00-5:15p.m. Opening Plenary Speaker, Christopher S. Rollyson – K '82, accomplished management consultant, marketing executive, and founder of “The Executive's Guide to LinkedIn” will speak about the importance of using social media to develop and maintain professional connections. Location: Olmsted Room, Mandelle Hall.
5:30-8:00p.m. Senior Etiquette Dinner Etiquette speaker Sheri Welsh from Welsh and Associates will lead seniors through professional dining etiquette.
Friday, February 26, 2010
9-11a.m. – Networking Interviews, for students seeking to hone their professional self-presentation and preparedness for life after K. You’ll work one-on-one with a K alum for 45 minutes to receive discipline-specific advice and feedback through a résumé review, an industry specific conversation, and mock interview questions. Advance registration through K-Connect required
11-11:40a.m. – Stetson Chapel Community Reflections – Behind the Scenes – Everyone on campus has a back story – the rest of their life beyond campus – come and hear some of K’s most famous people share a bit of their story with you.
Noon – 1:30 p.m. – Guild Networking Lunch – Whether you’re an experienced Guild member or simply seeking more information or a first-step toward involvement, this casual lunchtime gathering will offer you the chance to connect with other Guild members. RSVP CCPD
1:45-2:45p.m. – Networking Interviews, for students seeking to hone their professional self-presentation and preparedness for life after K. You’ll work one-on-one with a K alum for 45 minutes to receive discipline-specific advice and feedback through a résumé review, an industry specific conversation, and mock interview questions. Advance registration through K-Connect required
2:45-4p.m. - Panel Discussion “If I Knew Then What I Know Now” K alumni share their reflections on how K prepared them for their post-graduate professional pursuits.
Please contact Amy Auer at amy.auer@kzoo.edu with any questions.
To register, visit the CCPD PDI webpage
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