Articles by Kim Giles
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Applying to graduate school? Here are some important steps
April 20, 2020
In this part-two segment, Candid Career offers thoughtful insights for students applying to graduate school.
Career Moves: SPDC helps student open the door to five top-ranked graduate schools
April 16, 2020
Nicole Plante ’20, an international and global studies major from San Antonio, Texas, heads to Harvard University in the fall to pursue a master’s degree in Middle Eastern studies.
Should you consider going to graduate school?
April 8, 2020
This article by student ambassador Taylor Garner '20 offers a look at the factors you should weigh if you are considering pursuing a graduate degree.
Career Moves: Student lands a job at LinkedIn using the power of storytelling
February 25, 2020
Carson White ’20, a marketing major from Canton, Ohio, knew he wanted to work for a mission more than a company and was inspired by LinkedIn’s vision to provide economic opportunities to everyone in the global workforce.
Spring Job & Internship Expo to be held Tuesday
February 24, 2020
The Job & Internship Expo will be held on Tues. Feb. 25 from 2 to 5 p.m. in Alumni Gym. The expo is exclusively for Elon students who wish to engage with employer recruiters from across industries.
Instead of New Year Resolutions, Take Time for a New Year Reflection
February 12, 2020
How do we turn our lofty New Year's resolutions into concrete developmental strategies? Alison Doherty, a career advising fellow, encourages us to take a step back and acknowledge our past accomplishments before setting new goals.
Student Professional Development Center to host Open House on Thursday, Feb. 6
January 29, 2020
The event will be from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Student Professional Development Center, Moseley 140.
Career Moves: SPDC helps a student unlock the door to a five-star career with Hilton
January 15, 2020
Kelly Valerio’20 used the support she found at the Student Professional Development Center staff to build her professional network and understand the value of using keywords to land a job related to her passion for travel and her experience with the hospitality industry.
The Career Development Cycle, as told by Michael Scott from ‘The Office’
December 9, 2019
Whether your post-graduate plans are still up in the air or you're dead set on becoming the regional manager of a paper company, the Student Professional Development Center can support you along the way no matter the career path.
Career Moves: Successful career search involved looking beyond job postings
December 3, 2019
Sofia Stanchina '21 turned to the staff in the Student Professional Development Center after unsuccessfully pursuing internship opportunities, and found the help she needed to land a meaningful internship experience.