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Testimonials from students, alumni and employers about UCLA Luskin’s Career Services Center
STUDENTS
Jadie Wasilco, Urban Planning, 2014
Jadie began using the Career Services website in the fall quarter of her freshman year at UCLA Luskin.
On the website, she was able to find an internship with the Los Angeles Housing Department through an
online posting. She then met with the Career Services team after the internship had ended to review her
resume, and prepare for her next job search. Jadie plans to continue to utilize everything Career Services
has to offer next year as she begins to prepare for a job after graduation.
“Career Services was very helpful when I had a last-­‐minute change of plans for the summer, and had to
cancel the program abroad I had planned to do. Career Services provided me with a list of alumni
contacts in Sacramento, where I needed to move for the summer, in order to find an internship. Most of
the alumni responded, which was very encouraging.”
Martha Washo, Public Policy, 2014
During Fall quarter of her Freshman year at Luskin, Martha Washo decided to start using Career Services
in order to connect with some Professors who worked internationally.
“There are a lot of tools available to us, but many students don’t know about them. Go to Career
Services early in the year! And know what you’re looking for — the more specific you can be, the better.
Also, don’t be afraid to make requests. I think they really do value student feedback and suggestions.”
Dorit Iacobsohn, Social Welfare, 2013
As a Social Welfare student liaison for Career Services, Dorit started interacting with Career Services at
the end of her first year at UCLA Luskin. However, she began actually using CareerView, and the other
services offered about a week after her graduation, when she began looking for jobs.
“The most helpful thing that Luskin Career Services provided me was the one-­‐on-­‐one time with Sherry
Dodge, when she looked over my resume, and gave me advice as to how to approach interviews. That
in-­‐person approach was very helpful, and I got experience in networking, and finding out more about
different jobs. Career Services has helped me cultivate my professional skills and demeanor.”
Khiet Ho Jenkins, Social Welfare, 2013

As another Social Welfare student liaison, Khiet Ho Jenkins has had a great deal of experience with
Career Services. Her involvement with the center, she says, was more in development, and in working
alongside the Career Services team and other students to address student needs.
“I think the Career Center is an invaluable resource for most students. The workshops we were able to
bring were helpful for the student body as a whole. The Women in the Workplace Leadership workshop
was empowering and affirming, and it provided a much-­‐needed discussion space regarding gender and
professional development.
“Ezra” Justin Lee, Urban Planning, 2013
Ezra recently discovered Career Services when he visited the office for help with salary negotiation.
“Career Services is a helpful, often underutilized resource that is available to all Luskin students.”
ALUMNI
Margarita Luna, Social Welfare, 2003
Program Manager, California Endowment
“Luskin Career Services has created opportunities for me to stay connected and engaged in the Luskin
community. The staff has been particularly receptive and helpful in executing events that are of interest
to students and alumni alike, including the “Women’s Leadership in the Workplace” brown bag that I
helped plan in Spring Quarter of 2013. I look forward to continuing to take advantage of these
opportunities to develop as a professional and learn from students and fellow alumni through the Luskin
Career Services.”
Herschell Knapp, Ph.D. Social Welfare, 2001:
Health Science Specialist, VA, Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
“It’s been my honor to partake in the Luskin Career Services; it’s a privilege to mingle with experienced
professionals and the bright students developing their skills. For me, part of being a competent
professional involves sharing with others – not just health science research findings through traditional
publications, but working with students to help them find their professional path based on their
interests and unique personalities. I see Luskin Career Services as an excellent resource for building
connections, offering guidance, and facilitating the personal, academic and professional advancement
for these noble Bruins. I look forward to further participating in the development of this worthy
network.”

Everardo Alvizo, Social Welfare, 2008
Program Analyst, Special Service for Groups
"As an alumni, the Luskin Career Services has helped tremendously in keeping me connected to the
Luskin Social Welfare community. At the Social Welfare Networking Lunch in May 2013, I was able to
not only network with my peers who are in the field already, but also meet and give advice to current
students. There often is a smaller cohort that focuses on the 'macro' side of social welfare, so I'm eager
for opportunities to inform students about what a career in macro social work looks like. In addition, I
appreciate any chance to stay connected with my alma mater. Go Bruins!"
EMPLOYERS
Glen Fowler:
Recruiting and Training Manager, California State Auditor
"We recruit from the Luskin School of Public Affairs because we've found that the graduates are
consistently strong contributors to our audit teams. Equipped with solid analytical, critical-­‐thinking, and
writing skills makes them a strong asset from the get go."
Meghan Daniels
Human Resources Coordinator, Downtown Women’s Center
"Recruiting at UCLA has always been an amazing experience. Faculty and students have been nothing
but welcoming and enthusiastic about the Downtown Women's Center. UCLA students have shown
strong community involvement and I absolutely enjoy engaging such driven staff and students. I look
forward to even more years of partnership between myself and UCLA.”