Spotlight on Half Block: Creative Projects Masterclass

Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Creative Projects Masterclass What’s this class about? Whether it be a novel, a screenplay, a new and daring documentary, an art…

11/14, 4:30pm Emma Bowen Foundation Fellows

The Fellows Program provides multi-year, paid, summer internships to students of color at media companies across the country. Our fellows graduate with invaluable work experience and a head-start in whichever career they choose. We work to educate and place our students in all areas of the industry, and focus on three programming tracks – the Business…

11/9 How do I talk about myself?

Join us for the third session in the What am I doing? Exploration Series. This session will focus on using self-awareness to make connections and gain advice. You do not need to have participated in prior sessions in order to attend. Session will be Nov. 9, 4pm, in the Career Center Classroom. RSVP to careercenter@coloradocollege.edu…

Spotlight on Half Block: Computer Language as a Language

Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Computer Language as a Language What’s this class about? Does the idea of “computer programming” sound completely foreign? What about coding?…

SAA Kickoff Event on November 7 – Food and Prizes!

Join the Student Alumni Association (SAA) for our Block 3 Kickoff Event on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 6 pm! This event will allow students to connect with local alumni while participating in our Jeopardy-style CC Trivia game. Food will be provided, and there will be lovely prizes for the winners. We hope to see you…

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Law School Fair on Friday

Anyone interested in going to a law school fair on Friday, November 3rd in Boulder? Over 100 law schools will be there as well as a presentation about “The Law School Application Process and Financing Your Legal Education” by Dean David Logan. This is a great opportunity to learn about many different schools, ask questions,…

Spotlight on Half Block: Building Your Freelance Writing Business

Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Building Your Freelance Writing Business: The Missing Manual for Entrepreneurial Writing Success What’s this class about? This half block course is a nine-day…

Save the dates: PIFP Info Sessions 12/7 and 12/12

Interested in applying to PIFP, a program that offers CC students (and CC students only) the opportunity to apply for paid fellowships at Colorado nonprofits? Save the date for the Block 4 information sessions: December 7th at 12:15pm or December 12th at 4pm. Both info sessions will be offered in the WES Room in downstairs Worner.…

11/2 What do I like?

This is the second session in a series and we will focus on self-awareness! There is a little work that needs to be done prior to arrival, so be sure to RSVP before Nov. 2 to fully participate, but there is no need to have been to session one. Join us Nov. 2, 4pm, in…

10/26 What am I doing with my life?

This is the first session in a series focused on YOU! We will increase self-awareness, and focus on ways to move forward in your career journey.  To get started, join us Oct. 26, 4pm, in the Career Center Classroom. RSVP to careercenter@coloradocollege.edu to reserve your spot in each session. Future sessions in the Exploration Series include:…

Visiting Writers Series in Block 3

The Visiting Writers Series sponsored by the Colorado College English Department with the support of the MacLean Visiting Writers Endowment offers many great opportunities to learn from and and engage with a variety of writers throughout the year.  All events free and open to the public. For more information, call (719) 389-6853. Look for the most…

10/25: Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies Information Session

Wednesday, October 25th – 12:15pm – Career Center The Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies is internationally known for its excellence. Founded in 1900, the school offers master’s degrees and doctoral programs and serves as a locus for research into local, regional and global environmental issues. Students here establish close relationships with faculty mentors, work in well-equipped laboratories…

Spotlight on Half Block: Digital Tools for the Liberal Arts

Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Digital Tools for the Liberal Arts What’s this class about? If you’re thinking about writing a thesis that has a digital component,…

Deadline 11/13: SLAC in-person interviews in D.C. and New York

What’s SLAC, you ask? The Selective Liberal Arts Consortium, which helps top-notch employers recruit students from seven outstanding colleges – including CC. Recruiting happens over video, and on-site in Washington D.C. and New York City. Everything you need to know about SLAC is right here. What are the SLAC Recruiting Days? Each year, SLAC offers two…

Spotlight on Half Block: Advertising Agency Immersion

Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Advertising Agency Immersion What’s this class about? This class is a week-long dive into the wildly creative, hyper-competitive world of an advertising…

2017-2018 Stratton Series Lineup

2017-2018 Stratton Series Lineup What is the Stratton Series? Featuring alumni and individuals connected to Colorado College, the Stratton Series allows students to meet high-profile members of diverse industries, learn about their career journeys, and seek advice for breaking into exciting fields. Stratton Series speakers present during lunchtime discussions, offer one-on-one conversations at the Career…

Free Professional Headshots Offered October 30 + December 4

Join the Career Center on October 30 and December 4 for an opportunity to get a professional headshot taken by the one and only Zak Kroger! This is your chance to get a photograph of yourself to use on your LinkedIn profile and other professional platforms. Where? The Morreale Carriage House, behind the Career Center.…

What am I doing? …A series to explore your first steps

Join us for some time spent focused on YOU! We will increase self-awareness, and focus on ways to move forward in your career journey. **Participants who successfully complete the entire series will have the opportunity to be assigned a CC Alumni Mentor for continued support.** The sessions in the Exploration Series are as follows: Session…

Dynamic Half Block Registration now OPEN!

Are you ready for this year’s Dynamic Half Block? We have 21 incredible courses to offer you in our biggest Half Block yet. Registration is now OPEN for this year’s non-credit Dynamic Half Block offerings. Register on Summit (via Single Sign In) under the Student Life tab. Having trouble using Summit? Check out our Summit…

10/12: Meet Don Strasburg of AEG Music

  Remember to RSVP to the Career Center! As part of the 2018 Stratton series, meet Don Strasburg, Co-President of Anshutz Entertainment Group (AEG) Rocky Mountains and Pacific Northwest. Don will be sharing his experience promoting events at Red Rocks Amphitheater and working with musicians and the entertainment industry. Have an interest in music, communications, or…

Check out this year’s economics, business, sports, and outdoor recreation Half Block courses

Interested in business, entrepreneurship, consulting, or economics? Or maybe you’re thinking about going into sports or outdoor recreation? We think you’ll like this year’s Dynamic Half Block courses. Registration is open as of 8am, OCTOBER 9TH for this year’s non-credit Dynamic Half Block offerings. Register on Summit (via Single Sign In) under the Student Life tab. Visit…