Spring 2013
Resume Writing Critique
Facilitators: Laura Rubenzer and Andy Strowig, Career Development CoordinatorsLearn how to present your skills and experiences in a way that will enhance your chances of being called for an interview. Bring a version of your resume or cover letter for editing and critiquing. If you haven't written a draft yet, stop in to get your resume started.
Monday, February 4, 12 p.m.-2 p.m., Little Niagara, Davies Center 211
Pizza will be served.
Take the LASSI – It's a Learning Tool – not a Dog!
Facilitators: Vicky Thomas, Advising Coordinator and Liz Roach, Academic Coordinator
Are you wondering why you don't earn your grades as easily as you would like? Do your friends study far less than you but receive the same or better grades? The LASSI, Learning and Study Strategies Inventory, identifies areas where you can improve academically, and approaches that will help you study more effectively.Students will complete the inventory at the workshop, briefly discuss the outcomes, and schedule an individual appointment with staff to address specific personal results and strategies.
Thursday, February 7, 3 p.m.-3:50 p.m., Little Niagara Room, Davies 211
Accessibility on Our Campus
Facilitator: Alice Bayerl, Director of SSD/AIM and SSD/AIM Staff
Are you aware of areas on campus that are not accessible for some students?Are you interested in helping to raise awareness of these issues? Come learn about ADA Accessibility guidelines and how you can help other students.
Tuesday, February 12, 5 p.m.-6 p.m., Ho-Chunk, Davies 320E
Stress Reduction Techniques for Test Anxiety
Facilitator: Vicky Thomas, AIM Advising Coordinator
Learn simple relaxation techniques that will lower your stress levels, oxygenate your brain, and help you improve your test taking skills! Wear comfortable clothes (we'll be using the floor and cushy chairs.) You will leave the session with "tools" to use forever!
Wednesday, February 20 3 p.m.–3:50 p.m., Ho-Chunk Room, Davies 320E
Discover Your Strengths for a Productive Career
Facilitator: Andy Strowig, AIM Career Development Coordinator
Developed by the Gallup Organization, the Strengths Finder Assessment measures 34 areas of talent and helps you identify your five main talent areas. This session will demonstrate how understanding your own talents can help you set goals to achieve academic, career, and personal success.
Thursday, February 21, 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Oneida Room, Davies Center 320D
Are you Adapting to Adaptive Technology?
Facilitators:Vicky Thomas, AIM Advising Coordinator, and Student Presenters
How smart are you about smartpens and smart phones, IPads and tablets, audiobooks, Nooks and Kindles? Come and hear staff and students share ideas about the latest technology in our world. We will review the advantages of the many different formats and equipment designed to help you succeed in academics as well as your future career.
Tuesday, February 26, 2 p.m.–2:50 p.m., Ho-Chunk Room, Davies 320E
Trio Day Celebration
Facilitators: SSD/AIM Staff
TRIO Day is an opportunity to draw campus attention to the achievements of TRIO programs and student participants. Join students from five different TRIO projects for refreshments, informational sessions, and an awards ceremony. Numerous door prizes will be awarded to those in attendance.
Tuesday, March 5, 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m, Ojibwe Room 330, Davies Center
Making Your Registration a Priority
Facilitator: Vicky Thomas, AIM Advising Coordinator
It seems like spring semester just started and you already have to plan fall classes! Will you be prepared for Priority Registration? Classes will be posted online on March 4 and we will meet to review the registration process, advanced search options, and online planner. Registering early allows you the full choice of course options and gives you the chance to select classes at times you prefer that work with your daily routine and learning preferences. Come and share class ideas with friends. Be prepared to register early on April 5.
Wednesday, March 6, 3 p.m.-3:50 p.m, Hibbard 107
The Perfect Interview
Facilator: Andry Strowig, AIM Career Development Coordinator
Sometimes the interview is all that stands between you and the job you want. Learn how to improve your interviewing skills so you can land the job you're after, whether applying for an internship, a summer job, or a permanent position.
Thursday, March 7, 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Oneida Room, Davies 320D
The Job Search: Steps to Success
Facilitator: Andy Strowig, AIM Career Development Coordinator
The job search is stressful for most of us. The goal of this session is to look at steps to success in the job search and review internet resources to locate the job that's right for your future.
Thursday, March 14, 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Little Niagara, Davies 211
Graduate School: Is It in Your Future?
Facilitator: Andy Strowig, AIM Career Development CoordinatorAre you thinking of graduate or professional school, but finding the whole process a bit intimidating? Bring your questions and concerns and join us for this discussion about the benefits of a graduate degree. We will examine the intricacies of graduate school, from credential building, to selection of and application to appropriate programs, through timing and financing a degree.
Tuesday, March 26, 2 p.m.-2:50 p.m., Phillips 267
My Resume, My Future
Facilitator: Andy Strowig, AIM Career Development Coordinator
Your resume is your key to interviews for jobs and internships. Learn what recruiters look for in resumes, with tips on how to build your resume to gain the attention of employers.
Thursday, April 18, 3 p.m.-4 p.m., Little Niagara, Davies 211
Hot Careers for a Cool Future
Facilitators: Laura Rubenzer and Andy Strowig, Career Development Coordinators
Have you ever wondered which careers are projected to have the most positions in the future? Find out how to track hiring trends so that you can get aligned to the hot careers of tomorrow.
Tuesday, April 23, 2 p.m.-2:50 p.m., Phillips 267
Fuel Up for Finals
Facilitators: SSD/AIM Staff
Take a break during finals to relax and have some treats. The SSD and AIM staff invites you to stop by our office for refreshments on the first day of finals.
Monday, May 13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Old Library 2136
