TODAY: My Major Doesn’t Sound Like a Job Title

Have you ever been asked, “What will you do with THAT major?” When a job or internship says “open to students in all majors,” do you stress about how to demonstrate relevant and transferrable skillsets? On Wednesday, Feb. 5, noon – 1 p.m. in Slocum 201, join our discussion with 5 panelists who will share:

  • How they parlayed their majors into great jobs and careers – even though those majors did NOT sound like job titles.
  • Tips on how to articulate transferrable skills gained from your major and other experience to prospective employers
  • Ways to identify opportunities you are qualified for that require those same skill sets.

LUNCH INCLUDED. Register on Handshake.  This workshop is co-sponsored by Career Connection and Bishop Elevate.

Panelists:

  • Erika Hankins-Prantil ‘11 – Classics & Ancient Studies/English. Position: Sr. Project Manager, Manning Publications
  • Jerri Harris’81 Psychology. Position: HR/Career Development Manager
  • Forrest Rilling ’11 – Theater. Position: Communications Director, US House of Representatives
  • Phillip Smith – Math – Position: Director, DEC OWU
  • Thea Smekens – English – Position: Director, OWU First-Generation Student Success

OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Office of Career Services, Ohio Wesleyan Univ.
Contact: mindy agin at mbagin@owu.edu