Thanksgiving is Almost Here

Hello again all. It is almost that time again for Thanksgiving Break. If you are like me, the fall semester flew by.

As I have mentioned during class presentations and individual appointments, we have seen an increase in the number of positions coming through the office. I am not an economic advisor at the White House, but things have picked up around here.

That being said, you still need to be proactive when searching for a career change or that first career position. Explore your interests, identify your taret employers, sharpen your resume, practice your interview skills and seek out your career future.

If you have any success stories, make sure and pass them on. Make yourself available for others and their networks. The favor can come back around to you again one day.

Thanks for reading and good luck!

Mike

Success Stories

Hello again all. Classes stared yesterday and campus is jumping. Good to see all the students return and welcome a new class of freshmen.

If you have a story that you want to share, feel free to add to this site. A success story. What you learned about yourself, the job search process, what not to do, etc. There are definate do's and dont's, but I think we learn best when listening and sharing with each other.

Career Services has a variety of programs and services available for your use as we start another year. Make sure and check out our web page (www.rockhurst.edu/career) and let me know if you have any questions.

Good luck with the start of the year!

Mike Theobald
RU Career Services

Welcome to the 2010-2011 Academic Year

Hello again all and welcome to the 2010-2011 academic year. I know everyone on the Rockhurst University campus, faculty and staff, are looking forward to the start of the year!

We in Career Services have a wide variety of programs and services available to assist you on your career journey. Make sure and let us know if you have any questions.

When you begin to explore employment opportunities, internship/full-time, make sure and begin thinking six to nine months in advance of an intended start date. Many employers do their recruiting in the fall months for their summer hiring classes. Make sure your resume is sharp and you present yourself positively in an interview setting. We can do resume reviews and practice interviews. Call ext. 4061 to set an appointment.

One key resource is to establish your RU Career Account with Career Services. Weekly registration workshops are held in Massman 3 and take no more than 30 minutes. Sessions are held Tuesdays @ 3:30 p.m.; Wednesdays @ 10:00 a.m.; Thursdays @ 1:00 p.m. No pre-registration is required.

Even with the slow economy, there are positions available. Start early, be persistent, follow your passion and the rewards will follow! Once again, welcome back and we look forward to working with you.

Mike

Summer 2010

Well the summer heat is here and life on campus is much more quiet. I hope that all of you are enjoying some quality family time or exciting summer adventures.

Remember to keep this in mind.

If you are an alum of Rockhurst and are searching for other employment opportunities, Career Services is here to help.

If you are a recent graduate and have started your career .... good luck with your new career!!!

If you are a recent graduate and have not obtained employment .... we are here to help. Be persistent, there are opportunities available.

If you are a Rockhurst student completing a summer internship, be a sponge and soak up all you see and hear. It will pay off in the long run.

If you are a Rockhurst student traveling and enjoying the summer months .... see you back here in August.

If you are a new student entering Rockhurst for the first time .... see you in August!!!

Thanks.

Mike

Graduation 2010

Congratulations 2010 graduates!!! This is an exciting time for you as all of the dedication and effort pays off. Remember, as alumni of Rockhurst University, you have access to the resources provided through Career Services. Keep that in mind as your begin your career journey.

During the past few months, we have seen an increase in employer activity with position listings. Make sure to regularly check your RU Career Account to see what is available. Let me know if you have any questions on anything you see posted or if you have questions on other employers.

Once again, congratulations!!!

Mike

Rockhurst University Career Fair - April 21st

Good day all. The purpose of this post is to update you on the Rockhurst University Career Fair, scheduled for Wednesday, April 21st from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Massman Hall Rockroom. We expect to have 25-30 employers in attendance. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes.

The following is a list of those currently registered. Cerner Corporation Commerce Bank DH Pace Company DST Systems Enterprise Rent-A-Car Farmers Insurance Federal Reserve Bank of KC Federated Insurance Hyatt Regency Crown Center Mutual of Omaha Northwestern Mutual Quintiles Renaissance Financial Service Management Group Social Security Administration US Marine Corp Officer Programs Vector Marketing

Let me know if you have any questions or require additional information. Thanks.

Mike

Spring 2010

Hello all and welcome to Spring 2010!!!! Well hopefully it is here and the snow is finally gone for the year.

The fall semester was one of the more quiet times in Career Services, but the start of the year has seen a positive change in the activity levels from employers. Make sure and check your RU Career Accounts for the current job listings. Take a look at the specific listings and/or the contact names. Use these to your advantage and be proactive with your search. This is one of the best things you can do to create opportunities for yourself.

Also, check out the Heart of America Employer Fair at UMKC on April 7th and the Rockhurst University Career Fair on April 21st. These two events are designed to allow you to make face to face connections with local, regional and national employers. See the main page of our web page for more details.

As always, make sure and let me know if you have any questions or require additional information. Thanks and good luck.

Mike

Spring Semester

Well here we are, a couple weeks into the Spring semester and still battling the elements. Cold, wind, sleet, etc. What fun. Hopefully the employment opportunities will warm up as the weather begins to change for the better.

We have scheduled a series of events to assist you with your search. These include Mock Interview Day, COSMC, Spotlight on Teaching, Health Services Fair, Non-Profit Fair, Heart of America Employer Fair, etc. For more details, go to www.rockhurst.edu/career.

Over the past few months, many alumni of Rockhurst have visited Career Services asking for assistance with their career direction. The change in career path was initiated internally or by external forces (layoffs!). You are never too old to explore different career options or assess your skills and interests. Charting a different path, returning to school, confirming your current choice, all are valid options to consider. Let us know if you have any questions or want to schedule a time to meet and review your career options.

Thanks and stay warm!