Whether you’re prepping for internship season, polishing your resume, or dreading networking events, standard career advice can feel dry and overwhelming. Join us for an interactive workshop where we translate your favorite pop culture franchises, video games, and lore into practical, high-impact strategies for your career toolkit.
What’s on the Quest Log?
Mass Effect: Master the Dialogue Wheel
Core Competency: Strategic Communication & Interviewing
Learn how to navigate high-stakes interview questions and workplace conversations.
Spider-Man: “Canon Events” & Defeated Imposter Syndrome
Core Competency: Resilience & Professional Identity
We’ll reframe early career rejections and imposter syndrome as essential “canon events” that build your character arc, adapt your mindset, and prepare you for future wins.
Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: Tool Fusing & Creative Problem Solving
Core Competency: Skill Stacking & Adaptability
Discover how to “fuse” your unique academic background, campus involvement, side projects, and soft skills into a stand-out resume that solves employers’ specific challenges.
The Hunger Games: Crafting Your “Sponsorship” Pitch
Core Competency: The Elevator Pitch & Personal Branding
Learn how to draft a 30-second elevator pitch that wins over “sponsors” (hiring managers) and earns you those crucial interview opportunities.
Quest Rewards
Free Food: Fuel up with some great food!
Loot & Giveaways: Win some nerdy giveaways!
Who Should Attend: Open to all majors and class years—no prior gaming/expertise required!
Ready to claim your XP? Space is limited. RSVP today!
Location: Slocum Hall, Room 201
OWU Sponsor: Career Connection
Contact: Newton Kimberly at nskimberly@owu.edu