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Advising and Career Success Day

About the Event

Come be a part of SXU's Advising and Career Success Day on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, where students connect with advisors, attend professional and personal development sessions focused on academic and career success, network with alumni and mentors, and explore internships and job opportunities at the College-to-Career Expo.

During this event, learn how to:

  • Gain and articulate experiences and skills valued by employers.
  • Effectively listen and communicate in the workplace.
  • Learn more about your major and career opportunities.
  • Connect with and learn from student leaders.
  • Find out how to start building your resume as a first/second-year, DACA and undocumented student.
  • Network and leverage relationships with career and industry professionals.
Please note: Student attendance is required.

Schedule of Events

Join Advising and Career Success Day! Meet advisors, attend sessions, network with alumni, and explore opportunities at the College-to-Career Expo. Spark your future!

Job Searching (9 to 10 a.m.)

  • Job Jumpstart Panel in the Butler Reception Room
  • Conquer Your Career in McGuire Hall

Advising Fundamentals (10 to 11 a.m.)

  • General Advising (ADVS-101) in the Andrew Conference Center
  • Preparation for Graduation (ADVS-201) at various locations:
    • Nursing in McGuire Hall
    • Computer Science/Computer Information Systems in WAC Room S-101
    • Communication Sciences and Disorders in the Butler Reception Room
    • GSM in the Wiseman Student Lounge
    • Social Science in WAC Room S-113
    • Exercise Science in the Driehaus Center (Room 3919)
    • Biology in the Fourth Floor Boardroom
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities in the Andrew Conference Center (ACC 101)

Please note: Faculty advisors will be available from 2 to 4 p.m. for advising appointments.

Social Networking Event (11 a.m. to Noon)

College-to-Career Expo (Noon to 2 p.m.)

College-to-Career Expo and Career Corner in the Rec Gym of the Shannon Athletic Center

Faculty Advising Appointments (2 to 4 p.m.)

Meet with your faculty advisor (faculty offices)

Students learning about potential career opportunities