"So You Want My Job?" - a panel discussion by Social Science graduates
Confused on what you can do with your liberal arts degree or having a difficult time narrowing down your options? Come hear a panel of Oregon Alumni and professionals discuss how they found themselves in surprising careers with their liberal arts degrees. Susan de la Vergne will also be speaking on liberal arts degrees at the event "Nothing Prepares You for Leadership Like the Liberal Arts" on Tuesday, Novemeber 17.
"So You Want My Job?" Panelists
Shawn Halsey
Umatilla County, Emergency Management Communications Coordinator
University of Oregon 2001 Graduate, Political Science
Amy Lodholz
Newberg Area Habitat for Humanity, Event and Volunteer Coordinator
University of Oregon 2005 Graduate, Environmental Studies
Jennifer Matteson
Xerox, Course Developer
University of Oregon 1992 Graduate, International Studies
Carmen Rubio
Latino Network, Executive Director
University of Oregon 2007 Graduate, Political Science
Todd Werdebaugh
20th Century Fox Entertainment, Director of Sales
University of Oregon 1990 Graduate, Political Science
These professionals will discuss their experiences in getting to their current positions and give valuable advice from what they have learned along the way. The discussion will help answer questions, ground expectations, and demonstrate that a path based on the pursuit of growth and learning will help you realize your goals, even if your first job is not necessarily your dream job.
When: Thursday, November 5
Time: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Knight Library Browsing Room
If you would like to get a feeling for what the event is like, please check out our video of last spring's "So You Want My Job?" panel.
