A CC Student’s Guide to Negotiating Total Compensation With Executive-in-Residence Kyle Samuel ‘92 Many students know that they should negotiate their salary before accepting a job. But did you know that you can also negotiate your benefits? Join Executive-in Residence Kyle Samuel ’92, President of M&T Insurance Agency and Senior Vice President of M&T Bank,…
Leverage Your Social Media & Live Your Best Life As part of the 2018-2019 Stratton series, meet brand strategist, social media expert, and keynote speaker Phil Pallen! Social media doesn’t have to be scary. Come learn how to leverage this powerful tool to build relationships and attract opportunities. In this virtual session, branding expert Phil…
Meet Soeren Walls ’17 for the fourth 5 Under 25 program of the year! Soeren has been coding since the age of 11, when his uncle gifted him an HTML for Dummies book. He studied Computer Science & Mathematics and Theatre at Colorado College and abroad in Budapest, while also founding two startups and developing Android app GRAVLR.…
On Wednesday, April 3rd, Microsoft’s Alok Sharma will join Colorado College students and the community to speak on “The Value of a Liberal Arts Education in a Global Job Market.” This event is sponsored by the Colorado College Education Department. “As the world changes at a faster pace and becomes more artificial and machine dependent,…
12 THINGS YOU SHOULDN’T SAY AT WORK Check out this Linkedin article to avoid common work faux pas! The everyday phrases that do damage in the workplace 12 Things you Should Never Say at Work is an Infographic designed to give you early warning of these types of quietly damaging phrases. It doesn’t set out to…
Careers in Energy Lunch Hosted by the American Public Power Association, Colorado Springs Utilities and the Colorado Association of Municipal Utilities. When: Monday, April 1, Noon – 1:30 p.m. Where: Engineering & Operations Conference, The Broadmoor Resort, 1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado (Room: Broadmoor F) Audience: Attendance is limited to 50 students from…
Middlebury Language Schools Info Session When: Tuesday, March 26th @ 4:00 PM Where: Career Center Classroom Are you interested in learning a new language this summer? Come join Middlebury for more more information. Middlebury has been delivering life-changing summer immersion language programs from beginner to graduate level for over 100 years. The difference is the…
Holy moly, it’s senior year already. What are you doing after you graduate?? Come sit with the Career Center once a week and figure it all out. This is a dedicated time and space to working on your post-grad plans: whether it’s finding a job, applying to grad school, working on a grant or fellowship,…
What will the library of the future look like? A library is no longer just a place to check out books – it’s a meeting place, a crossroads, a digital repository, a technological hub, and sometimes even an architectural marvel. Join Executive-in-Residence and library design authority Alexander Lamis P’19 on for a talk on “The…
Join Denise Young Smith, former VP of Diversity & Inclusion at Apple, for a lunch session focusing on the #MeToo movement’s impact on workplaces in America. In a discussion-based format, Denise will speak with campus about the role each of us can play in creating healthier organizational cultures. Denise is one of the most prominent…
Meet Holly Moynahan ’15 for the third 5 Under 25 program of the year! Holly is a corporate sustainability consultant at Sustainserv, a global management consulting firm that helps clients understand and manage the factors that influence long-term and sustainable value creation for their company and society. She joined the Sustainserv Boston office after receiving her bachelor’s…
Join three distinguished CC alumni for a panel discussion on entering the world of Finance. Panelists Sue Allon, Jason Bogardus, and Chris Haymons will each share how they transitioned from the Block Plan to the industry, offer advice for current students, and take questions. This session is co-sponsored by the CC Investment Club. The club’s…
Come talk to Karyn! She has all the answer you need whether that be what is the Peace Corps, is it right for me, how do I apply, I applied so now what or HELP! Monday, April 8th from 11:30-1:30 in Worner at the Fellowship Fair 1-on-1s with Karyn in the Career Center. Sign up…
You know you’re curious so just ask the question! Peace Corps Come talk to Karyn and she’ll answer all your questions and then some! Information table on Tuesday, March 5th in Worner 1-on-1s in the Career Center starting at 2pm. Sign up here!
The Changemaker workshop series is a fast-paced, action-oriented series that prepares students to create impact through entrepreneurship. The series is designed to teach students how to put their ideas into action by learning the tools, and practicing the skills, that are needed to validate, scale, and perpetuate impact through business ventures. The Spring series will…
Interested in the ins & outs of real estate and residential management? Join us for an informational session with Griffis Residential on Thursday, Feb 21 at the Career Center from 12:15-1:30. Griffis Residential is a multifamily real estate company that owns and self manages more than 8,000 Class A apartment units in premier locations throughout…
Interested in a technology career? Come practice your tech interviewing skills in this mock interview session with local tech and software company BombBomb! The interviews will be approximately 30 minutes with a general format. No special attire required (so come as you are). This will be a great chance to practice your skills with professional…
Course selection and registration is coming soon. Major Fair is February 26th. Come learn how your personal interests can inform your major choice and professional path, so you can feel best prepared to tackle these upcoming events with direction. RSVP please!
Public Interest Network Info. Sessions When: Monday 3/25 & Tuesday 3/26 Information Tables: Worner Center – Both Days from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Information Sessions: Career Center Carriage House – Both Days – 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM, and 6 PM Join this national non-profit that runs fundraising campaigns for social change organizations…
Griffis Residential Info. Session Thursday, February 21st 2019 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Classroom – Career Center Griffis Residential is currently seeking talented team members to join our property management teams. Griffis Residential owns and manages a distinct portfolio of attainable high-quality apartment communities in premier locations. Our motto is simple: It’s about you. Impeccable…
Make history by attending Colorado Springs’s first-ever combined college career fair! This citywide career launchpad is your next step to continuing your future in Colorado Springs. This isn’t your average career fair. You’ll be in the company of your peers from Colorado College, Colorado Technical University, Pikes Peak Community College, and the University of Colorado…
Meet international documentary film-maker Mike Shum ’07 for his talk, “Using Your Fear of the Unknown” When: February 20, 12:15pm Where: Gates Common Room in Palmer Hall RSVP? Yes! RSVP on Handshake. Mike Shum is a Chinese-American filmmaker and journalist who specializes in documentary directing and cinematography. According to Mike, “Graduating from college is scary, but that’s okay…
Apogee offers outdoor adventure travel to teens and young adults. We provide students with well-designed hiking, biking, service, writing, and photography trips in spectacular locations throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, and Europe. HIRING FOR: Outdoor Adventure Trip Leaders: Apogee is looking for responsible, dynamic, and motivated applicants to lead experiential-education…
13 Difficult Interview Questions Top Wall Street Firms Are Asking Now Check out the full article here: http://www.vault.com/blog/interviewing/13-difficult-interview-questions-top-wall-street-firms-are-asking-now/ Last week, we released our latest Vault Banking 50, a ranking of the best investment banks to work for. Our rankings are based on a survey of 2,800 banking professionals, who were asked to rate firms other than their…
The Colorado College Student Government Association in conjunction with the Career Center and the Office of Alumni and Family Relations is proud to announce a local job shadow day experience during Fifth Block Break. Local alumni have graciously volunteered to host students at their organizations for up to one day (Feb. 14th or 15th). The…
Does the glass really matter? An unpretentious introduction to wine and etiquette The Senior Transition Series cordially invites seniors to join CC alumni Ben Davis ’84, chef, and Mat Elmore ’09, sommelier, for a fun, interactive wine tasting and etiquette event! Tuesday, Feb. 26 Bemis Great Hall 5:30-7:30 p.m. The 60 spots are available for seniors only. …
Come learn how to transfer your time as a student-athlete onto your resume. We’ll talk about how to use your time and experience as an athlete to enhance your resume and answer general questions about applying for summer internships. When: February 4th @12:15 Where: Mahaney Classroom on the second floor of El Pomar Please RSVP through…
Need CPR and first aid certification? Look no further! When? February 3rd from 6-10pm How do I apply? Apply on Summit. Where can I ask more questions? Email Willa Serling at w_serling@coloradocollege.edu.
Meet Cory Page ’18 for the second 5 Under 25 program of the year! Cory networked extensively during his senior year to land a position as an Environmental Associate for the Walt Disney Company. He now works to make Disney a more sustainable organization. His talk will focus on transitioning out of CC into the…
Wilderness Adventures We know that a small group experience in the wilderness serves as a valuable catalyst to enable our students to become more responsible, tolerant, and self-confident while developing a powerful, all-inclusive community. We also know that through an intimate outdoor experience, our students learn to become peer leaders, acquire a responsible appreciation for…
