Emerging Careers 2030: Majors That Will Prepare You for the Future

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What to study now if you’re curious about where jobs, and opportunities, are headed

The world of work is changing fast, and today’s high school and college students are feeling it. More than …

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SHU Declassified: LinkedIn Survival Guide

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Everything you need to build a standout LinkedIn profile

LinkedIn can feel intimidating—especially when you’re a student trying to figure out what you’re supposed to say about yourself before your career has even …

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A Day in the Life of a Career Ambassador: More Than Just Resumes

By Anna Macaulay ’25, Career Ambassador

Most mornings, my shift as a Career Ambassador at the Center for Career & Professional Development begins like any other student job—clocking in on Dayforce. But what comes after that is far from ordinary. …

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6 Things Your College Career Center Can Do for You

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Don’t wait until senior year to get major, internship and job guidance

We asked Annie Suffredini, executive director of career & professional development, and Senior Director Amy Novak to explain the many ways …

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Will My College Career Center Help Grad Students?

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Career assessment and custom tools are not just for undergraduates

Many think that college campus career centers are for undergraduates looking for résumé-writing help and mock interviews. That’s true, but those offerings and …

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Alumni Career Spotlight: Evan Miller

Name: Evan Miller

Class Year: 2016

Major: Psychology

Employer: Rye Neck High School

Location: Mamaroneck, NY

Position Title: School Counselor

“The School Counseling applicant pool is overly saturated with very limited positions. Take time while in your undergrad and graduate …

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Alumni Career Spotlight: Jenna Karpowich

Name: Jenna Karpowich

Class Year: 2021

Major: Marketing & Sport Management

Employer: SoundWaters

Location: Stamford, CT

Position Title: Manager of Events & Communications

“Put yourself into a position that will help you succeed in your future career. Whether it’s applying …

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Alumni Career Spotlight: Lauren Petrozzi

Name: Lauren Petrozzi

Class Year: 2019, 2020

Major: Accounting

Employer: Chilton Investment Company

Location: Stamford, CT

Position Title: Accountant

“Go where you make the best connection with the people of the Company. Work is work, but it’s the people that …

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Alumni Career Spotlight: Jocelyn (Ceruti) Prezioso

Name: Jocelyn (Ceruti) Prezioso

Class Year: 2015, 2018

Major: Exercise Science, Geriatric Health & Wellness, DPT

Employer: UConn Health

Location: Farmington, CT

Position Title: Physical Therapist

“When studying and school work get hard, just remember why you’re doing it and …

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Alumni Career Spotlight: Jillian Maxwell

Name: Jillian Maxwell

Class Year: 2017

Major: Nursing

Employer: Northwell Health

Location: New Hyde Park, NY

Position Title: Registered Nurse

“Nursing is more than a job, it’s a passion. There will be difficult days, but there will be so many …

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