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Learn the key principles of being a neuro-inclusive leader in today's and tomorrow's working environment while exploring leadership outside of traditional hierarchy structures. Develop skills to understand and respect different ways of thinking, and gain insights into how diverse perspectives strengthen organizational outcomes.

This Professional Edge training provides a deep dive into intersectionality and examines how identity influences people's experiences at work. You will understand the importance of psychological safety at work through the lens of trauma-informed principles and discover what makes a workplace psychologically safe for all team members.

Throughout the training, you will learn to assess different business scenarios for inclusive or exclusive policies and environments, developing the analytical skills needed to identify areas for improvement.  

Schedule

• Week 1: Friday, February 6, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
• Week 2: Friday, February 13, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
• Week 3: Friday, February 20, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
• Week 4: Friday, February 27, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Participants who attend all sessions of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a Neuroinclusive Leadership microcredential.

This credential is perfect for showcasing your skills on LinkedIn and other platforms, offering tangible proof of your newly acquired competencies.  

Why Participate

• You are looking to build and strengthen your ability to lead and support others in a rapidly changing and growing digital workplace.  
• You are interested in reflecting on your identity, how it may vary from others and what privilege and oppression can look like in the workplace.  
• You are interested in learning how your past experiences and behavior can support or detract from the psychological safety of your work environment.  

What You'll Gain

At the end of this training, you'll be able to:

• Recognize and appreciate neurodiversity as the natural variation in the way people think, feel and experience the world and understand these differences are not deficits.  
• Foster workplace environments that embrace neurodiversity through inclusive policies, practices, and physical/digital environments.  
• Understand as formal or informal leader, that there is no singular "ideal leader" and that there are many ways to lead.  
• Build more compassionate, trusting spaces through an understanding of how trauma impacts our understanding of self and others.  
• Recognize the nuance of intersectionality in the workplace and understand that neuroidentity is only one aspect of how marginalization and privilege can be present in the workplace.  

About the Instructors

Graham Hulbert (he/him) is a mechanical engineer whose early career was spent as a continuous improvement leader in the manufacturing and supply chain industry. He later transferred his love of problem solving into the world of business process design and software implementation. He founded Tula Consulting to showcase the strengths of neurodivergent thinkers and help build more neuroinclusive environments at work.

Vo Vo (they/them) explores support strategies and models of community care within a post-traumatic social landscape, focusing on the resilience of BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+ and disabled communities. They are editor of an internationally renowned publication, speaker, educator, curator, artist and musician who has exhibited and toured in countries around the world.

Kino Crooke (he/him) is a mental health therapist specializing in crisis response and mental health stabilization during and following significant adverse life events. He works in Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon, both in the community and within a behavioral health hospital and emergency room.

Laura Nichols (she/her) is a mental health therapist and manager for crisis intervention specialists working within a psychiatric emergency room in Portland, Oregon. She runs Courageous Conversations and teaches classes on health equity and anti-racism. She is an adjunct professor in the Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Counseling.

Ever stare at your resume thinking, “Is this… good? Bad? Chaotic? Who even knows?” Yep, we’ve all been there. Come spend 45 minutes turning that confusion into confidence.

We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume, how to make your experience shine (even if you think you don’t have any), and what to cut so your resume doesn’t turn into a five-page novel. Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process: what it notices, what it ignores, and how to make sure your resume stands out.

Whether you’re just getting started or think your resume is already polished, you’ll leave with tips to make it clean, strong, and job ready.

Join us in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P and finally feel good about that piece of paper!

Ever walk out of an interview thinking, “Wait… what did I even just say?” Yep, we’ve all been there. Join us for just 45 minutes and learn how to dodge that post-interview panic.

We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.

Interviews make you sweaty, anxious, or just a little dramatic? Perfect. We’ve got strategies to help you feel prepared and way more chill.

International students: get the inside scoop on U.S.-style interviews. No prior experience needed!

Come hang out in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P.

Is your inbox running you, or are you running your inbox? In this fast-paced, interactive Professional Edge workshop, you'll learn how to take full control of Microsoft Outlook and transform it into a productivity powerhouse. From smarter email management to calendar mastery and task integration, this session will introduce you to the tools that make Outlook more than just an email app.

This isn't about sending messages. It's about streamlining your day, organizing your priorities, and making Outlook work for you.

• Inbox management essentials: Learn how to declutter and organize your inbox using focused inbox, flags, follow-ups, and categories.  
• Automation with rules and quick steps: Discover how to automate repetitive tasks and streamline your workflow with custom rules and quick steps.  
• Calendar mastery: Get hands-on with scheduling tools, recurring events, time zone management, and calendar sharing to make planning effortless.  
• Search and organization: Use advanced search techniques, folders, and archiving to find what you need fast and keep your Outlook tidy.  
• Productivity boosters: Explore features like delayed delivery, email templates, voting buttons, and polls to communicate more effectively.  
• Tasks and Microsoft To Do integration: Turn emails into actionable tasks, use My Day and priority views, and sync with Microsoft To Do for seamless task management.  

This workshop is perfect for anyone who uses Outlook daily and wants to move beyond basic email and calendar functions. Whether you're managing a busy schedule, coordinating with teams, or just trying to stay organized, these tools will help you reclaim your time and boost your productivity.

Are you a tech-savvy Duck looking to explore career paths? Come meet employers looking to connect with students interested in working in tech! Stop by EMU Redwood (214) anytime between 3-6, ready to learn about new opportunities, and share about your passions and goals with people who could be your future coworkers! Walk away with industry connections, potential job opportunities, and the inside industry scoop on what it takes to land competitive opportunities in this fast-paced industry. Free light refreshments provided! Open to all students and majors! 

WHO'S COMING?

• Amazon Web Services (Technology/Cloud Provider)
• BPM (Cybersecurity Consulting & Assessments)
• CrowdStrike (Cybersecurity)
• Fortinet (Cybersecurity)
• IP Services & the IT Process Institute (Cybersecurity) learn more!
• Modern Amenities (Start-up/Call Center)
• Pipeworks (Video Game Development) learn more!
• Proofpoint (Cybersecurity)
• SentinelOne (Cybersecurity)
• SheerID (Marketing Tech)
• State of Oregon - Enterprise Information Services (State Government)
• Zscaler Inc. (Cybersecurity)

Hosted by the University Career Center & School of Computer and Data Science. 

Feeling stuck on what you want to do with your life? Not sure which career paths might actually be a good fit? Come spend 60 minutes exploring yourself and the world of work.

We’ll guide you in identifying your skills, interests, and values and show how those connect to real career paths. You’ll also learn strategies for researching jobs and industries, plus hands-on ways to explore careers, like informational interviews, job shadowing, and other activities that help you narrow down your options and make decisions with confidence.

Whether you’re totally unsure about what comes next or just want to get a clearer picture of your options, this workshop will give you tools to make career decisions that make sense for you.

Where: University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P

Already mastered the fundamentals of relationship-based selling? Transform your sales fundamentals into strategic, client-ready expertise during this Professional Edge training. Take your skills to the next level with the Intermediate Sales training program, a hands-on, scenario-driven experience that transforms foundational knowledge into applied expertise.

This training is ideal for students preparing for roles in sales, marketing, consulting, or entrepreneurship who want to move beyond theory to practice the kind of advanced communication, persuasion, and problem-solving that define top-performing professionals. Designed for participants who have completed Sales Essentials, this program challenges you to think strategically, communicate persuasively, and close confidently.  

Prerequisite Training: Sales Essentials

To participate in this training, you must have completed the Sales Essentials training program and earned the microcredential.

If you are registered for the Sales Essentials training this term, you may register for this program concurrently, pending successful completion of Sales Essentials prior to the start of Intermediate Sales.  

Schedule

• Week 1: Friday, February 13, 9:00–1:00 p.m. (in-person)
• Week 2: Friday, February 20, 9:00–1:00 p.m. (in-person)

Participants who attend both days of this program and fulfill all requirements are eligible to earn a digital microcredential.

This portable, verifiable credential can be shared on platforms like LinkedIn, showcasing your expertise to potential employers and offering tangible proof of in-demand competencies.  

Why Participate

In this 8-hour, two-day program, you'll deepen your understanding of the sales process through interactive simulations, roleplays, and peer collaboration. You'll learn how to define an ideal customer profile, conduct effective discovery conversations, and tailor value propositions that resonate with specific decision-makers. You'll also create and deliver a professional solution pitch deck and practice overcoming common objections using industry-informed tactics.

Through realistic, technology-enhanced exercises, you'll refine your ability to think on your feet, read your audience, and position solutions that drive results.  

What You'll Gain

• Earn a marketable skills microcredential: Advance your professional toolkit by earning the Intermediate Sales microcredential from the Lundquist College of Business, proof of your ability to engage in complex sales scenarios with strategy and confidence.  
• Build strategic sales competence: Develop advanced skills across the full sales cycle, including defining customer profiles, crafting value propositions, creating solution pitches, and closing the sale with actionable follow-ups.  
• Practice sales scenarios: Engage in realistic discovery conversations, handle objections effectively, and adapt your messaging to different client roles and needs.  
• Create a portfolio of applied work: Leave with tangible artifacts—including an ideal customer profile, discovery transcript, value proposition, pitch deck, and action plan—that demonstrate your readiness for client-facing sales roles.  

About the Instructors

Jason Ford has more than 30 years of experience and a notable track record in assessing and recommending complex technology solutions and products across various sectors, including Fortune 500 companies, the public sector, healthcare, education, and small and medium businesses.

Craig Tiffany is a seasoned enterprise sales professional with more than 25 years of experience at both large corporations and small companies. He specializes in building strategic relationships and driving growth in complex business-to-business environments. He also serves on the CASA of Clackamas County board of directors, advocating for children in foster care.

REGISTER HERE!

Unsure how to launch your career after graduation? We can help with that. Learn how to navigate the professional world and prepare for a successful job hunt at SOJC Career Camp. This one-day conference offers professional coaching and hands-on learning experiences designed to strengthen critical soft skills that set job candidates apart.

Choose the sessions that interest you and spend the day getting career-ready. You’ll gain practical insights and guidance from SOJC alumni and industry professionals who’ve been where you are and leave with skills you can apply immediately as you take the next steps toward kickstarting your career. ---------------------------------------------------

Registration is free and open to all UO SOJC majors. You are not required to attend the entire conference, though we recommend going to as many sessions as you can to get the most out of the event. You are welcome to attend any session that interests you. Some sessions require attendees to sign up in advance due to limited seating. New sessions will be added to the schedule as speakers and portfolio reviewers are confirmed. All sessions will take place in Allen Hall.  Find the digital version of the program here. Printed copies will be made available at check-in. You can also view the schedule below. --------------------------------------------------- Preliminary conference schedule: 9:00am: Check-In / Coffee, tea, and pastries served until 10am - ALLEN ATRIUM

9:30am – 10:00am: Keynote: Madilyne Nguyen-Acosta (Public Relations, '21) - ALLEN 141

10:00-10:50am: Session 1

• Mastering Essential Soft Skills: Slavka Eberhart-Garah - ALLEN 304 Soft skills are the foundation of career success. This session explores essential skills like communication, time management, organization, emotional intelligence, and collaboration, and how to apply them in real workplace situations to work effectively with others.  
• Panel: Alternative Career Paths: So Many Places To Go! - ALLEN 130 This dynamic panel brings together experienced professionals who have leveraged their journalism and media backgrounds to build impactful careers. Learn about diverse career trajectories and how a journalism or communications degree can open doors across sectors. Panelists: -Hayden Kim (Journalism, '16) - Manager of Sales Programming at Bleacher Report -Marin Stuart (MA in Journalism, '21) - Marketing Content Coordinator for the City of Eugene -Casey Lombino (Journlism and Environmental Studies, '15) - Director of Marking and Communications at United Way of the Colombia-Wilammete -Polly Irungu (Journalism, '17) - Founder or Black Women Photographers and former Photo Editor for Former Vice President Kamala Harris  
• Special Session: Advertising Industry Insights Q&A: Sarah Sharp and Tin Mai - ALLEN 221 (10-11:30am) Join 2015 SOJC advertising graduates and creative workshop instructors Sarah Sharp and Tin Mai for an extended Q&A about the advertising industry. Ask your burning questions and get the scoop on where the industry is at right now and how it's changing. Drop in anytime between 10–11:30am or stay for the full session.  
• Winning Portfolios: Bob Rickert - ALLEN 302 Few portfolios stand out from the rest. Learn why and how yours can be one of them. How much of your personal self should you put into it? How can your portfolio land you the interview or keep you out? What platforms should you use? Learn how you can have your portfolio remembered.  
• Developing a Point-of-View: Deb Morrison - ALLEN 303 How you think, what drives you, and why shapes the work you’re drawn to and the impact you want to make. It’s also your professional edge. This session helps you identify the influences and values that define your point of view, understand why your perspective matters in the workplace, and craft your “why” into a mission statement that can guide your career choices.  
• Mock Interviews - Register Here - ALLEN 213 Mock interviews are a great way to practice interviewing in a low-stake environment. Each mock interview will last about 20-25 minutes. You do not need to submit or bring a resume to sign up for a mock interview. During the mock interview your interviewer will chat with you about your career goals to set the stage. They will then ask you 3-5 questions that you might be asked during a real interview. Your interviewer will then give you feedback and coaching. SOJC Academic and Career Advisors Vanessa Truelove and Hailey Nailor will be leading mock interviews.  
• Portfolio Reviews - Advertising - Register Here - ALLEN 308 Sign up to receive helpful feedback and advice on your portfolio work from an SOJC faculty member or alumni. These portfolio reviews are 10-15 minutes each and primarily focused on content rather than website design and layout. Have your best work samples ready to share or submit your portfolio site when you register.  
• Portfolio Reviews - Public Relations - Register Here - ALLEN 106 Sign up to receive helpful feedback and advice on your portfolio work from an SOJC faculty member or alumni. These portfolio reviews are 10-15 minutes each and primarily focused on content rather than website design and layout. Have your best work samples ready to share or submit your portfolio site when you register.  
• Portfolio Reviews - Journalism - Register Here - ALLEN 332 Sign up to receive helpful feedback and advice on your portfolio work from an SOJC faculty member or alumni. These portfolio reviews are 10-15 minutes each and primarily focused on content rather than website design and layout. Have your best work samples ready to share or submit your portfolio site when you register.  
• Professional Headshots - ALLEN 115 Stop into Allen 115 to get professional photos taken that you can use in your portfolio, LinkedIn profile, and slide decks. Your photoshoot will take 3-5 minutes. No sign-up required. Arrive dressed how you would like to be photographed.

11:00-11:50am: Session 2

• Your Story, Your Strength: Interviewing with Confidence: Emily Henkelman-Parker - ALLEN 304 Turn your experiences—academic, professional, and personal—into compelling interview answers. This session focuses on building confidence, articulating your value, and telling your story effectively and authentically so you can stand out to employers. You will leave with practical strategies you can apply in interviews to show employers what makes you you!  
• Special Session: Advertising Industry Insights Q&A: Sarah Sharp and Tin Mai - ALLEN 221 (10-11:30am) Join 2015 SOJC advertising graduates and creative workshop instructors Sarah Sharp and Tin Mai for an extended Q&A about the advertising industry. Ask your burning questions and get the scoop on where the industry is at right now and how it's changing. Drop in anytime between 10–11:30am or stay for the full session.  
• Panel: Finding Your Voice in Sports Media - ALLEN 130 Explore how to build confidence, credibility, and authenticity in the fast-paced world of sports media. This panel brings together professionals who will share how they developed their voice, navigated challenges, and found their place in sports storytelling and communication. Moderated by Charlie Butler, Professor of Practice at the SOJC. Panelists: -Collin Romer ('02), Chief Communications Officer at Portland Timbers and Providence Park -Sarah Lorge Butler, Deputy Editor of Lookout Eugene-Springfield and Writer and Editor for Runner's World -Karen Ramming (Public Relations, '15), Chief Content Officer for TrackTown USA -Joey McMurry (Journalism, '14), Assistant Teaching Professor at the SOJC and Director of Broadcasting for Oregon Sports Network  
• Doing Your Homework: How to Demonstrate Company Knowledge in Interviews - Melanie Kennedy - ALLEN 302 Learn how to research employers using free online tools, demonstrate preparation in interviews, and connect your strengths to company needs—while projecting confidence, curiosity, and honesty, and showing enthusiasm for learning and growing within an organization.  
• Mock Interviews - Register Here - ALLEN 213 Mock interviews are a great way to practice interviewing in a low-stake environment. Each mock interview will last about 20-25 minutes. You do not need to submit or bring a resume to sign up for a mock interview. During the mock interview your interviewer will chat with you about your career goals to set the stage. They will then ask you 3-5 questions that you might be asked during a real interview. Your interviewer will then give you feedback and coaching. SOJC Academic and Career Advisors Vanessa Truelove and Hailey Nailor will be leading mock interviews.  
• Portfolio Reviews - Advertising - Register Here - ALLEN 308 Sign up to receive helpful feedback and advice on your portfolio work from an SOJC faculty member or alumni. These portfolio reviews are 10-15 minutes each and primarily focused on content rather than website design and layout. Have your best work samples ready to share or submit your portfolio site when you register.  
• Portfolio Reviews - Public Relations - Register Here - ALLEN 332 Sign up to receive helpful feedback and advice on your portfolio work from an SOJC faculty member or alumni. These portfolio reviews are 10-15 minutes each and primarily focused on content rather than website design and layout. Have your best work samples ready to share or submit your portfolio site when you register.  
• Professional Headshots - ALLEN 115 Stop into Allen 115 to get professional photos taken that you can use in your portfolio, LinkedIn profile, and slide decks. Your photoshoot will take 3-5 minutes. No sign-up required. Arrive dressed how you would like to be photographed.

12:00-1:00pm: Break for lunch

1:00-1:50pm: Session 3

• Turning Scrolling into Strategy: Leveraging Social Media as a Networking Tool: Rachel Allen - ALLEN 130 This session will show you how to use social media platforms you already spend time on to build genuine professional connections. Learn practical techniques for outreach, message crafting and active engagement that can turn into internships, jobs and meaningful relationships in media and communication fields.  
• Special Session: Creative Pitch Workshop Part I: Sarah Sharp (Advertising, '15) and Tin Mai (Advertising, '15) - Register Here - ALLEN 211 (1-3:30PM) Whether you’re an emerging copywriter, art director, strategist, designer, producer—or still figuring out your path—this 2.5-hour workshop will help you sharpen and expand your creative skillset. The session is led by Sarah Sharp, Copywriter and Creative Director at Barbarian, and Tin Mai, Designer and Founder of Aethership. Advance registration is required. Session goes from 1-3:30pm. Sarah and Tin will also lead Part II of this workshop on Saturday, February 14, from 1–4pm in Allen Hall. While Part II is optional, attendance of Part I is required to participate in Part II.

• Portfolio Reviews - Public Relations - Register Here - ALLEN 332 Sign up to receive helpful feedback and advice on your portfolio work from an SOJC faculty member or alumni. These portfolio reviews are 10-15 minutes each and primarily focused on content rather than website design and layout. Have your best work samples ready to share or submit your portfolio site when you register.  
• Mock Interviews - Register Here - ALLEN 213 Mock interviews are a great way to practice interviewing in a low-stake environment. Each mock interview will last about 20-25 minutes. You do not need to submit or bring a resume to sign up for a mock interview. During the mock interview your interviewer will chat with you about your career goals to set the stage. They will then ask you 3-5 questions that you might be asked during a real interview. Your interviewer will then give you feedback and coaching. SOJC Academic and Career Advisors Vanessa Truelove and Hailey Nailor will be leading mock interviews.  
• Creative Freelancing: Nickolaus Sugai (Journalism, '12) - ALLEN 302 Interested in freelancing in a creative field? This session covers the essentials, including defining your services, building an online brand, setting rates, handling contracts and taxes, finding quality clients, networking effectively, and pitching your work with confidence.  
• Career Resiliency: Symone Sparrow (MA in Strategic Communication, '20) - ALLEN 221 Careers rarely follow a straight line. This session focuses on building career resiliency—navigating job changes, transitioning into new roles, planning your next move, and staying prepared to seize opportunities as they arise in an evolving professional landscape.  
• Portfolio Essentials: Maya Lazaro - ALLEN 303 A strong portfolio opens doors. This session covers portfolio-building essentials, including choosing the right platform, organizing and presenting your work, personal branding, and key elements employers expect to see.

2:00-2:50pm: Session 4

• Making Professional Conversation: Slavka Eberhart-Garah - ALLEN 302 Professional conversations don’t have to feel awkward. This session covers small talk, in-person networking, starting and ending conversations, and showing up authentically. Learn how to make strong first impressions, build rapport, and communicate confidently in professional settings.  
• Special Session: Creative Pitch Workshop Part I: Sarah Sharp (Advertising, '15) and Tin Mai (Advertising, '15) - Register Here - ALLEN 211 (1-3:30PM) Whether you’re an emerging copywriter, art director, strategist, designer, producer—or still figuring out your path—this 2.5-hour workshop will help you sharpen and expand your creative skillset. The session is led by Sarah Sharp, Copywriter and Creative Director at Barbarian, and Tin Mai, Designer and Founder of Aethership. Advance registration is required. Session goes from 1-3:30pm. Sarah and Tin will also lead Part II of this workshop on Saturday, February 14, from 1–4pm in Allen Hall. While Part II is optional, attendance of Part I is required to participate in Part II.  
• Telling YOUR Story With Your Resume: Annie Reiva - ALLEN 130 The SOJC is full of great storytellers. This workshop will be about using those storytelling skills to strengthen your resume and ensure that potential employers understand the strengths and skills you have gained through past/present experiences. Bring your resumes (and your questions!) for this interactive workshop.  
• Nailing Your First 6 Months on the Job: Lily Teague (Advertising, '22) - ALLEN 221 Starting a new job sets the tone for everything that follows. This session covers how to build trust with your supervisor and collegues, skill-up, learn workplace norms, network within your workplace, and make a good impression in your first six months on a new job or internship.  
• Mock Interviews - Register Here - ALLEN 213 Mock interviews are a great way to practice interviewing in a low-stake environment. Each mock interview will last about 20-25 minutes. You do not need to submit or bring a resume to sign up for a mock interview. During the mock interview your interviewer will chat with you about your career goals to set the stage. They will then ask you 3-5 questions that you might be asked during a real interview. Your interviewer will then give you feedback and coaching. SOJC Academic and Career Advisors Vanessa Truelove and Hailey Nailor will be leading mock interviews.

3:00-4:00pm: Networking Mixer (refreshments provided) - ALLEN ATRIUM This culminating event brings together students, faculty, alumni, and local industry professionals for casual, low-pressure conversations to spark connections and confidence. Whether you’re new to in-person networking or looking to sharpen your communication skills, this is an opportunity to practice making small talk and conversing with established and emerging professionals.

Prior to the mixer, we encourage students to attend the 2pm session Making Professional Conversation, led by SOJC Pro Tem Advertising and Public Relations instructor Slavka Eberhart-Garah. This session will cover everything from small talk and introductions to navigating professional and relaxed social settings.

Ever feel like you’re not using LinkedIn to its full potential? Not even sure where to start? Let’s fix that in just 45 minutes!

We’ll show you how to make your profile pop, search for jobs without endless scrolling, and connect with UO alumni who can give real advice and opportunities. Plus, get easy, low-pressure tips for networking, even if reaching out to strangers makes you cringe.

New to LinkedIn or haven’t touched your profile since freshman year? Perfect. You’ll walk away confident, prepared, and ready to use LinkedIn like a pro.

Where: University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P

Ever sit down to write a cover letter and think, “Wait… what am I even supposed to focus on?” You’re not alone! Join us for just 45 minutes and turn that “uh-oh” into aha!

We’ll show you what a cover letter really needs, how to tell your story without rambling, and how to highlight why you’re a perfect fit without sounding like a robot. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter.

Whether this is your first cover letter or your tenth recycled template, you’ll leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you.

Come hang out with us in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P. Let’s make cover letters fun (yes, really)!

Ever walk out of an interview thinking, “Wait… what did I even just say?” Yep, we’ve all been there. Join us for just 45 minutes and learn how to dodge that post-interview panic.

We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.

Interviews make you sweaty, anxious, or just a little dramatic? Perfect. We’ve got strategies to help you feel prepared and way more chill.

International students: get the inside scoop on U.S.-style interviews. No prior experience needed!

Come hang out in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P.

Feeling stuck on what you want to do with your life? Not sure which career paths might actually be a good fit? Come spend 60 minutes exploring yourself and the world of work.

We’ll guide you in identifying your skills, interests, and values and show how those connect to real career paths. You’ll also learn strategies for researching jobs and industries, plus hands-on ways to explore careers, like informational interviews, job shadowing, and other activities that help you narrow down your options and make decisions with confidence.

Whether you’re totally unsure about what comes next or just want to get a clearer picture of your options, this workshop will give you tools to make career decisions that make sense for you.

Where: University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P

Ever stare at your resume thinking, “Is this… good? Bad? Chaotic? Who even knows?” Yep, we’ve all been there. Come spend 45 minutes turning that confusion into confidence.

We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume, how to make your experience shine (even if you think you don’t have any), and what to cut so your resume doesn’t turn into a five-page novel. Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process: what it notices, what it ignores, and how to make sure your resume stands out.

Whether you’re just getting started or think your resume is already polished, you’ll leave with tips to make it clean, strong, and job ready.

Join us in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P and finally feel good about that piece of paper!

Ever feel like you’re not using LinkedIn to its full potential? Not even sure where to start? Let’s fix that in just 45 minutes!

We’ll show you how to make your profile pop, search for jobs without endless scrolling, and connect with UO alumni who can give real advice and opportunities. Plus, get easy, low-pressure tips for networking, even if reaching out to strangers makes you cringe.

New to LinkedIn or haven’t touched your profile since freshman year? Perfect. You’ll walk away confident, prepared, and ready to use LinkedIn like a pro.

Where: University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P

Ever sit down to write a cover letter and think, “Wait… what am I even supposed to focus on?” You’re not alone! Join us for just 45 minutes and turn that “uh-oh” into aha!

We’ll show you what a cover letter really needs, how to tell your story without rambling, and how to highlight why you’re a perfect fit without sounding like a robot. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter.

Whether this is your first cover letter or your tenth recycled template, you’ll leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you.

Come hang out with us in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P. Let’s make cover letters fun (yes, really)!

Feeling stuck on what you want to do with your life? Not sure which career paths might actually be a good fit? Come spend 60 minutes exploring yourself and the world of work.

We’ll guide you in identifying your skills, interests, and values and show how those connect to real career paths. You’ll also learn strategies for researching jobs and industries, plus hands-on ways to explore careers, like informational interviews, job shadowing, and other activities that help you narrow down your options and make decisions with confidence.

Whether you’re totally unsure about what comes next or just want to get a clearer picture of your options, this workshop will give you tools to make career decisions that make sense for you.

Where: University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P

Ever stare at your resume thinking, “Is this… good? Bad? Chaotic? Who even knows?” Yep, we’ve all been there. Come spend 45 minutes turning that confusion into confidence.

We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume, how to make your experience shine (even if you think you don’t have any), and what to cut so your resume doesn’t turn into a five-page novel. Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process: what it notices, what it ignores, and how to make sure your resume stands out.

Whether you’re just getting started or think your resume is already polished, you’ll leave with tips to make it clean, strong, and job ready.

Join us in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P and finally feel good about that piece of paper!

Ever walk out of an interview thinking, “Wait… what did I even just say?” Yep, we’ve all been there. Join us for just 45 minutes and learn how to dodge that post-interview panic.

We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.

Interviews make you sweaty, anxious, or just a little dramatic? Perfect. We’ve got strategies to help you feel prepared and way more chill.

International students: get the inside scoop on U.S.-style interviews. No prior experience needed!

Come hang out in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P.

Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Spring Career & Internship Expo on 4/16? Drop-in with a career readiness coach or peer coach in Tykeson Hall Commons to get feedback on your resume! Free cookies & hot chocolate too :)

Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one! ALL students are welcome to participate!

Want to apply for the Peace Corps? We'll also have returned Peace Corps volunteers available to review resumes and give advice about the application process with any interested students! Ask for Carolyn Williams!

This University Career Center event is part of the 2026 Spring Career Readiness Week sponsored by Enterprise Mobility. To learn more about all of the week's events visit http://career.uoregon.edu/events  

Make a first impression that reflects your awesomeness! Do you need an outfit to wow your interviewers? Pop in to our Pop-Up Career Closet and curate a FREE interview-ready outfit that will give you the confidence to crush your next interview. 

Thursday, April 9, from noon-3pm in the EMU Redwood Room (214) at NO COST to you! hosted by the University Career Center + UO Student Sustainability Center.

Browse through new or gently used business casual & business professional clothes like: blazers, slacks, suits, dresses, polos, button-ups, skirts, ties, belts, and anything else you might want to wear to a job interview! A variety of styles and sizes to choose from! Check out the UCC's "Dress The Part" Boards on Pinterest to see what kinds of office style vibes you might want to shop for! 

Not sure what to pick? We'll have volunteers around who can help you pick styles that reflect your individuality and the industry you're wanting to break into. 

Want to volunteer at the pop-up? Reach out to career@uoregon.edu for more info! 

Want to donate clothes? Career Closet Donation Bins can be found COMING SOON (March 2026) at 

• University Career Center: Tykeson Hall Garden Level 050

• Student Sustainability Center: EMU Room 005

• Ford Alumni Center: UOAA Office (1st floor) 1720 E. 13th Ave

• Lillis: Main Entrance 

• OTHER: Want to organize a mini-drive and have someone pick it up from your business in Eugene/Springfield before spring break? career@uoregon.edu to make a plan!

Want to give $ to support this initiative? Go to https://tinyurl.com/UOGive under Designations, select "I want to give to other" and write in Career Center fund (#4359) and include "Clothing" in the comments before you move on to payment! These funds will help us with additional resources to help make this event successful.

The United States has the largest tech market in the world (1/3 of a $5 TRILLION industry!) and overall employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations in the next decade! (learn more) The future of the technology industry is so much more than just artificial intelligence and social media platforms. About 377,500 competitive openings are projected each year in the U.S.A. in these highly skilled roles—are you up for the challenge?  

Join us for a special industry-connection night dedicated to helping YOU get career ready for your future in Tech. Come to either or both events—Learn something new and meet employers and alumni you can add to your network! 

4-5pm Industry Insights Panel 

Hear from alumni, industry leaders, and experts about their career journeys, the future of the industry, and how you can be developing the career readiness skills, technical skills, and connections today to thrive in your future in Tech. 

PANELISTS COMING SOON!

5:15-6:30pm Connect with Tech Employers 

Grab a snack & rotate through casual small group chats with alumni, professionals, and employers to learn more about their companies, career paths, and get advice about how to find career-building opportunities and connections for your future in Tech.   

COMPANIES COMING SOON!

Both events are open to all majors and academic years. Snacks provided. Casual Dress.   No RSVP is required. Bring your friends! 

Sponsored by the University Career Center and the School of Computer and Data Sciences as part of Spring Career Readiness Week 2026.