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Science Road Trip
Science Road Trip
Thursday, March 6
All day
Location not specified
Looking for something to do during spring break?
Take a science road trip to tour labs and talk with scientists in Richmond, VA.
Contact Don Snyder in the Cohen Career Center if you are interested. Sign-up deadline is February 26.
Declaring is a Major Decision
Declaring is a Major Decision
Monday, March 10
1pm - 2pm
Sadler Center, York Room
Demystify the major selection process. Co-presented by the Cohen Career Center and the Office of Academic Advising.
Designing Conference Posters
Cambridge Information Session
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Tuesday, March 11
4:30pm - 5:15pm
Cohen Career Center, Conference Room
This program provides students who are not in the business school an opportunity to spend a week in D.C. learning the ins and outs of the business industry! This event is open to rising Juniors and Seniors.
KPMG PreNight Reception
KPMG PreNight Reception
Tuesday, March 11
5:30pm - 7pm
Cohen Career Center, Atrium
PreNight reception for students invited to interview with KPMG on 3/12.
Effective Interviewing Workshop
Effective Interviewing Workshop
Tuesday, March 11
6pm - 7pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
You'll be interviewing from time to time throughout your life - come learn how to do it well! Attending an interviewing workshop is one of the prerequisites to participating in on-campus interviews for jobs and internships.
Resume & Cover Letter Writing Workshop
Resume & Cover Letter Writing Workshop
Tuesday, March 11
7pm - 8pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Bring your charged laptop with you - All Students Welcome, No Registration Required!
W&M WAABA International Champion Networking Reception
W&M WAABA International Champion Networking Reception
Wednesday, March 12
All day
The World Bank, 1818 H Street NW Washington, DC
This is an opportunity for International students to network with international alumni in the DC/NoVA area. Opens to all MBAs and alumni.
Compass: Match Interests to Explore Careers
Compass: Match Interests to Explore Careers
Wednesday, March 12
11am - 12pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
The Compass Program is designed for Freshmen & Sophomores to help you use career tools and resources to inform your career decision making process.
Wake Forest University - School of Business Information Session
Wake Forest University - School of Business Information Session
Wednesday, March 12
1pm - 2pm
Sadler Center, Colony Room
The Dalai Lama in Retirement: Prospects for Tibet in the 21st Century?
The Dalai Lama in Retirement: Prospects for Tibet in the 21st Century?
Wednesday, March 12
3pm - 4pm
Reves Center for International Studies, Reves Room
Reves Hall Global lecture by Kevin Vose, Walter G. Mason Associate Professor of Religious Studies.
Disney College Live Information Table
Compass: Going to Grad School
Compass: Going to Grad School
Wednesday, March 12
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Freshmen & Sophomores, come to this workshop to learn about the different types of graduate programs, how to research them, basic information about admissions testing and the application process.
CV, Resume, Networking, & MORE! (Sciences)
CV, Resume, Networking, & MORE! (Sciences)
Thursday, March 13
9am - 10:30am
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A & B
The English proverb tells us that "first impressions are most important." Just in case this is true, we want to make the best possible professional first impression.
In this workshop, learn how to make and keep up a solid professional image.
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Thursday, March 13
4pm - 4:45pm
Cohen Career Center, Conference Room
This program provides students who are not in the business school an opportunity to spend a week in D.C. learning the ins and outs of the business industry! This event is open to rising Juniors and Seniors.
Ernst & Young PreNight Reception
Ernst & Young PreNight Reception
Thursday, March 13
5pm - 6:30pm
Cohen Career Center, Atrium
PreNight reception for students invited to interview with Ernst & Young on 3/14.
RVA Career Expo
Grant Thornton Open House
Grant Thornton Open House
Monday, March 17
10am - 2pm
Alan B. Miller Hall (Business School), Lounge
Stop by the Miller Hall Lounge anytime between 10am-2pm to speak with representatives from Grant Thornton and learn about their summer opportunities.
Pathways to Teaching
W&M Community Engagement Fellowships Info Session
W&M Community Engagement Fellowships Info Session
Monday, March 17
5pm - 5:30pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
CV, Resume, Networking, & MORE! (Humanities)
CV, Resume, Networking, & MORE! (Humanities)
Tuesday, March 18
6pm - 7pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A & B
The English proverb tells us that "first impressions are most important." Just in case this is true, we want to make the best possible professional first impression.
Effective Interviewing Workshop
Effective Interviewing Workshop
Wednesday, March 19
12pm - 1pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
You'll be interviewing from time to time throughout your life - come learn how to do it well! Attending an interviewing workshop is one of the prerequisites to participating in on-campus interviews for jobs and internships.
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Wednesday, March 19
5pm - 5:45pm
Cohen Career Center, Conference Room
This program provides students who are not in the business school an opportunity to spend a week in D.C. learning the ins and outs of the business industry! This event is open to rising Juniors and Seniors.
Resume & Cover Letter Writing Workshop
Resume & Cover Letter Writing Workshop
Wednesday, March 19
5pm - 6pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Bring your charged laptop with you - All Students Welcome, No Registration Required!
Disney College Live Information Table
POSTPONED - Science Careers Outside the Lab - POSTPONED
POSTPONED - Science Careers Outside the Lab - POSTPONED
Wednesday, March 19
6:30pm - 8pm
Cohen Career Center
*This program has been POSTPONED. A new date has not yet been determined.
Deloitte PreNight
Deloitte PreNight
Wednesday, March 19
7pm - 8:30pm
Cohen Career Center, Atrium
PreNIght reception for students invited to interview with Deloitte on 3/20.
Compass: Going to Grad School
Compass: Going to Grad School
Thursday, March 20
11am - 12pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Freshmen & Sophomores, come to this workshop to learn about the different types of graduate programs, how to research them, basic information about admissions testing and the application process.
Declaring is a Major Decision
Declaring is a Major Decision
Thursday, March 20
11am - 12pm
Sadler Center, York Room
Demystify the major selection process. Co-presented by the Cohen Career Center and the Office of Academic Advising.
CV, Resume, Networking, & MORE! (Sciences)
CV, Resume, Networking, & MORE! (Sciences)
Thursday, March 20
6pm - 7pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A & B
The English proverb tells us that "first impressions are most important." Just in case this is true, we want to make the best possible professional first impression.
In this workshop, learn how to make and keep up a solid professional image.
Graduate Research Symposium Special Event
Graduate Research Symposium Special Event
Friday, March 21
3:45am - 5pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater B
"Strong Artificial Intelligence" An Interdisciplinary Panel Discussion of 'Future' Technology
What's Next Series: LinkedIn Lab
What's Next Series: LinkedIn Lab
Friday, March 21
1pm - 2pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Come create or update your LinkedIn profile with Cohen Career Center professionals to make the best use of the world's largest professional network.
Public Relations Careers Panel
Public Relations Careers Panel
Friday, March 21
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Alan B. Miller Hall (Business School), Room 1069
Want to learn more about what it takes to break into the Public Relations Industry? Then come to this event open to ALL students of all class years and majors!
Graduate Research Symposium Networking Reception
Graduate Research Symposium Networking Reception
Friday, March 21
4pm - 8pm
Sadler Center, Tidewater A
Come put your newly-improved networking skills to use at the Graduate Research Symposium!
Refreshments will be served.
TEK Systems Open House
TEK Systems Open House
Monday, March 24
9am - 12pm
Sadler Center, Lobby
Stop by the table in Sadler to learn about TEK Systems and their current job opportunities
Hispanic Studies Brown Bag Lunch
Hispanic Studies Brown Bag Lunch
Monday, March 24
12pm - 1pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Putting Together Your Career Tool Kit: Hispanic Studies and Intercultural Competence.
TEK Systems Information Session
Walk-in Hours at the School of Education
Walk-in Hours at the School of Education
Monday, March 24
12pm - 1pm
School of Education
No appointment necessary, just walk-in!
Building a Federal Resume Workshop
Building a Federal Resume Workshop
Monday, March 24
2pm - 3pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Learn how to tailor your resume for Federal internships and jobs.
Virginia Living Museum Information Session
Virginia Living Museum Information Session
Monday, March 24
4pm - 5pm
Cohen Career Center
Learn about exciting volunteer and internship opportunities across a variety of departments at the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News. Opportunities include: Animal Care, Aquarist, Development, Herpetology, and Volunteer Services.
Compass: Resume Writing 101
Compass: Resume Writing 101
Tuesday, March 25
2pm - 3pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Resume Writing 101 will introduce you to the concepts of writing strong professional documents and give you the tips you need to get started.
Compass: Crafting Your Cover Letter
Compass: Crafting Your Cover Letter
Tuesday, March 25
3pm - 3:30pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Freshmen and sophomores, please join us for a workshop to prepare you for college level cover letter writing.
AX 101: Understanding Authentic Excellence
AX 101: Understanding Authentic Excellence
Tuesday, March 25
4pm - 5pm
Campus Center, Student Leadership Conference Room
Please note: RSVP is required. Please see within.
Dr. Kelly Crace discusses authentic excellence versus fear-based excellence and how they relate to resilience, fulfillment and productivity!
Declaring is a Major Decision
Declaring is a Major Decision
Tuesday, March 25
4pm - 5pm
Sadler Center, York Room
Demystify the major selection process. Co-presented by the Cohen Career Center and the Office of Academic Advising.
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Arts & Sciences Business Bootcamp Information Session
Tuesday, March 25
5pm
Cohen Career Center, Conference Room
This program provides students who are not in the business school an opportunity to spend a week in D.C. learning the ins and outs of the business industry! This event is open to rising Juniors and Seniors.
Career Options and Planning for English Majors
Career Options and Planning for English Majors
Tuesday, March 25
6pm - 8pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Students will explore both linear and non-linear careers possible with an English major (and more broadly, a William and Mary education) and gain access to job search tools and resources.
Education Mock Interview
Education Mock Interview
Wednesday, March 26
4pm - 6pm
Cohen Career Center
Sign-up for an interview in Tribe Careers at {{http://tribecareers.wm.edu, Tribe Careers}}.
Disney College Live Information Table
Focus ON: Writing About Yourself
Focus ON: Writing About Yourself
Wednesday, March 26
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Blow Memorial Hall, Room 201
Writing a personal statement for a scholarship, graduate school, etc., is not easy. Come to this session to learn how to present your best written self to the review committees.
Education Interview Workshop - Presented by Albemarle County Public Schools
Education Interview Workshop - Presented by Albemarle County Public Schools
Wednesday, March 26
6:30pm - 7:30pm
School of Education, Boardroom, 1st floor
Declaring is a Major Decision
Declaring is a Major Decision
Thursday, March 27
11am - 12pm
Sadler Center, York Room
Demystify the major selection process. Co-Presented by the Cohen Career Center and the Office of Academic Advising.
What's Next Series: Internship Search
What's Next Series: Internship Search
Thursday, March 27
4pm - 5pm
Sadler Center, James Room
Need help with your internship search? Come learn about all the internship resources available to W&M students and learn tips for how to go about the internship process!
Focus ON: The Truman Scholarship
Focus ON: The Truman Scholarship
Thursday, March 27
5pm - 6pm
Blow Memorial Hall, Room 201
Interested in making public service your career? The Truman Scholarship may be for you! Candidates apply in the junior year for this prestigious award which supports graduate school. A demonstrated record of leadership is required.
Commercial Banking Careers Panel
Commercial Banking Careers Panel
Thursday, March 27
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alan B. Miller Hall (Business School), 1082 UG Tiered
Interested in a career in commercial banking? Join us Thursday evening, March 27th from 5:30 - 6:30pm for a panel discussion on commercial banking! The panel will feature W&M alumni!
Compass: Resume Writing 101
Compass: Resume Writing 101
Thursday, March 27
6pm - 7pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Resume Writing 101 will introduce you to the concepts of writing strong professional documents and give you the tips you need to get started.
Compass: Crafting Your Cover Letter
Compass: Crafting Your Cover Letter
Thursday, March 27
7pm - 7:30pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Freshmen and sophomores, please join us for a workshop to prepare you for college level cover letter writing.
2014 Healthcare Symposium -- Business Careers in Healthcare
2014 Healthcare Symposium -- Business Careers in Healthcare
Friday, March 28
11am - 1pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Interested in pursuing a business career in the healthcare industry? Looking to explore various career paths within the field such as healthcare management, administration, consulting, or marketing? Then attend this event!
Compass: Making Summer Break Plans
Compass: Making Summer Break Plans
Friday, March 28
2pm - 3pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Rooms A&B
Come to this quick workshop to discover activities you can engage in during your time away from college.
Compass: Linked-in Basics
Compass: Linked-in Basics
Monday, March 31
4pm - 5pm
Cohen Career Center, Presentation Room
Freshmen & Sophomores, you know that networking remains the single most effective job search strategy. Online networking is becoming an increasingly important component. Start building and polishing your professional online presence now!
Ongoing Events
Ferguson-Blair Publishing Institute Scholarship Application Deadline - Wednesday, 3/12/14
Ferguson-Blair Publishing Institute Scholarship Application Deadline - Wednesday, 3/12/14
Monday, February 3 - Wednesday, March 12
Cohen Career Center, Room 111
The William Cross Ferguson and Harry L. Blair Scholarship in Publishing is an annual scholarship which is awarded to a graduating senior or recent graduate of the College of William & Mary.