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10 Career Strategies for Freshmen and Sophomores continued from page 13. Actively explore career options — You owe it to yourself tofind a career that enriches your life. Actively exploring careersmeans talking with professionals in occupations of interest andobserving professionals on the job. Connect with alumni via theAlumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program. Also, attend anycareer fairs, speaker panels and career networking events that areoffered.4. Become active in extracurricular activities and clubs —Active involvement in activities and clubs on campus is highlyvalued by employers and graduate schools. Joining a club isfine, but becoming active within that club is what mattersmost. Become a leader, hold an office, or coordinate an event.You will develop your skills in leadership and teamwork—skillsthat recruiters covet!5. Get involved in community service — It’s importantthat you begin to understand and appreciate the importance ofgiving back to your community, and that you live in a largercommunity than your college or hometown. Typically, studentslook at community service as a chore. After they’ve served,however, it’s usually one of the most rewarding experiencesthey’ve had! Recruiters love to see that you’ve volunteered tohelp in your community.6. Develop your computer skills — Take advantage ofthe computer courses and workshops DePaul offers. You canalso learn a lot by just experimenting with different softwarepackages on your own. Finally, you should learn how to developyour own web page or web-based portfolio.7. Develop your writing skills — Over and over, companyand graduate school recruiters complain about the lack ofwriting skills among college graduates. Don’t avoid classes thatare writing intensive. Work at developing your writing skills.Have the Writing Center take a look at your papers from timeto time. Remember, the first impression you give to recruitersis typically your cover letter or personal statement.8. Complete at least one internship in your chosen careerfield — More and more, internships are the springboardsto employment and getting into graduate programs. Manyrecruiters say that when they need to fill entry-level jobs, theywill only hire previous interns. In addition to making yourselfmore marketable, internships also are a great way to explorecareers and determine whether or not certain careers are for you.9. Gain an appreciation of diversity through studyabroad, foreign languages, and courses — We are now, morethan ever, working within a global work force. For you to besuccessful at work and in your life, you must stretch yourself,and learn about people and cultures different than yours. Takeadvantage of the wonderful study-abroad opportunities and thecourses relating to diversity.10. Use the Career Center all four years — The CareerCenter can help you throughout your entire college career.From choosing a major, to writing a resume, to landing a job orinternship, there are resources and services to assist you.Remember, you control your career destiny. Don’t wait untilyour senior year to start realizing your goals. Your career trainis on the move. Jump on board now so you can reach yourdestination!Adapted from Bob Orndorff. Courtesy of the National Association ofColleges and Employers, copyright holder, www.naceweb.org. HExplore Career and Volunteer Opportunities at these Fairs!Post Graduate Volunteer FairThursday, September 20, 2012 • 9:30am - 12:00pmStudent Center Atrium, Lincoln Park CampusIt’s Senior Year. What do I do next year? How can I include serviceand social justice? How can I make a difference? Where do I start?Find answers to these questions at the Post Graduate Volunteer Fair.Sponsored by University Ministry.Questions? Contact Joyana Dvorak at jjacoby5@depaul.edu.Fall Job & Internship FairFriday, October 5, 2012 • 11:00am – 3:00pmStudent Center 120 & 314, Lincoln Park CampusRecruiters from a wide variety of industries will be seeking qualifiedcandidates of all majors and experience levels at this event. Companieswill be hiring for full-time, part-time, and/or internship-levelopportunities at this fair. Open only to DePaul students and alumni.Register for the fair at http://depaul.experience.com.

esume & interviewprepdepaul at socialmedia weeksuburbancareer servicesCareer servicesincluding advising,practice interviews andnetworking events arespecially designed forDePaul’s suburbanstudents. Pleasealso check the eventlistings on pages 4-8for offerings at yourcampus.A Career Center advisor willbe available on the followingdates for individual advising.Contact the Loop CareerCenter at (312) 362-8437 tomake a suburban advisingappointment.Naperville CampusWednesday, September 26Thursday, October 2511:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.O’Hare CampusMonday, September 24Wednesday, October 2411:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.2 0 1 2 - 2 0 1 3 E V E N T SWALK-IN ADVISINGNo appointment necessary! Peer career advisors areavailable for walk-in appointments and can teachstudents and alumni about Career Center services,including DePaul’s web-based systemDePaul.Experience, On-Campus Interviewing (OCI),resume resources, career mentors, workshop and eventregistration and much more.RESUME DRIVE THRUNeed resume help? Don’t have time to set anappointment? Cruise on over to SAC 192 or DPC 8thFloor for a Resume Drive Thru! Career Center staff willbe standing by every Wednesday at both campusesbetween 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. and 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.to help you create or revise your resume. Stop by for aresume tune-up!PRACTICE INTERVIEWSThe Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) VolunteerNetwork gives you the opportunity to enhance yourinterviewing skills by meeting with an ASK Volunteer.During the one-on-one session, you will participate ina mock interview and receive helpful tips and feedback.Visit ask.depaul.edu to view the schedule. Contact ASKat (312) 362-8281 or ask@depaul.edu with questions orscheduling concerns.job search supportJOB SEARCH TEAMThe Career Center holds a Job Search Team meetingfor experienced professionals and those in transitionon the third Thursday of every month exceptDecember. The team shares resources and insights,provides encouragement, and networks. Job seekersare there to support their peers and benefit from thepublic accountability. If you are interested inattending, please contact Donna Del Giudice atddelgiud@depaul.edu.considering graduateschool?GRADUATE SCHOOL GEAR UPOngoing in OctoberThe Career Center is sponsoring a series of events tostudents and alumni make decisions about whethergraduate school is the right option and if so, howprepare for the process. In October, you can takeadvantage of workshops, advising, graduates schoolfairs and open houses to help you make this importantdecision. Watch careercenter.depaul.edu for moreinformation!There are two great events being held on DePaul’s LoopCampus during Chicago’s Social Media Week 2012. Theseevents are open to the public. Check outhttp://socialmediaweek.org for more information and toregister. Registration is required!Social Media & The ChangingFace of EmploymentWednesday, September 26, 12:30-2:30pmDePaul Center 8005Social Media has been instrumental in the disruptionof so many industries. In what ways has it impacted(for better or worse) the ways we fill and find jobs?Hosted by Zocalo Group and DePaul University.Engage Your Audience:The Real-Time InfluenceWednesday, September 26, 3:00-4:30pmDePaul Center 8005A panel of social media experts will address today’strends and provide examples and industry knowledgeon how to engage audiences and use the societaleffects of real-time communication to capitalize indifferent marketplaces. Q&A session will follow.Hosted by JB Chicago, Deals Magazine and DePaulUniversity’s Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK)Program.job & internshipfairsJob & Internship Fairs are free. Unless otherwise noted, theJob & Internship Fairs are not open to the general public.You must be a DePaul student or alumnus to attend.FALL QUARTERFall Job & Internship FairFriday, October 5, 2012 │11am – 3pmLincoln Park Campus, Student Center 120 & 314Recruiters from a wide variety of industries willbe seeking qualified candidates of all majors andexperience levels at this event. Companies will behiring for full-time, part-time, and/or internship-levelopportunities at this fair.Management, Marketing andSales Job & Internship FairFriday, November 2, 2012 │11am – 3pmLoop Campus, DePaul Center, Concourse LevelExplore a career in management, marketing or salesat this annual recruiting event. Employers will beseeking students and alumni to fill a wide variety ofjobs and internships.Career Connectionsfall 2012 | page 4➾ Register for events at depaul.experience.com

Big East Virtual Career FairNovember 13 & 14, 2012 │OnlineThe Big East Career Consortium, in partnershipwith CareerEco, is offering its 9th Big EastVirtual Fair to the students & alumni of BigEast Conference schools. You will have theopportunity to meet and interact with dozensof industry leading employers, without everhaving to leave home. Visit employers’ booths,view/apply for jobs, watch employer videos,chat with recruiters, submit your resume, andperhaps even secure a live video interview.Registration details and other information at:http://www.bigeastcareerfair.org/WINTER QUARTERWinter Internship FairFriday, February 8, 2013 │11am – 3pmLincoln Park Campus, Student Center 120 & 314Join us for DePaul’s first internships-onlyrecruiting event! Companies from a widevariety of industries will be seeking qualifiedcandidates of all majors for internship openingsat this event.Education Job FairSaturday, February 23, 2013 │10am – 2pmLincoln Park Campus, Room TBDThis fair is designed for students and alumnieligible to work no later than Fall 2013.Connect with employers, schools, and schooldistricts seeking candidates of all experiencelevels for positions as teachers, administrators,advisors and counselors. This fair is open tothe public from 11:30am-2pm. All membersof the public MUST pre-register throughEventBrite to attend.Music & EntertainmentCareer FairWednesday, February 27, 2013 │6pm – 9pmLincoln Park Campus, Student Center 120The DePaul Music Business Organization(DMBO) and the Career Center invite you totake advantage of this valuable opportunity toconnect with top companies in the music andentertainment fields! This fair is open to thepublic. Non-DePaul attendees are subject toa $10 registration fee.Technology and InteractiveMedia Job & Internship FairFriday, March 8, 2013 │11am – 3pmLoop Campus, DePaul Center, Concourse LevelExplore a career in technology at this annualrecruiting event. Employers will be seekingstudents and alumni to fill a wide variety ofjobs and internships within computer science,information technology, cinema and interactivemedia.Big East Career FairFriday, March 8, 2013 │10am – 3pmMadison Square Garden, New York, NYCareer Centers from Big East Conferenceschools have joined together to offer thisunparalleled recruiting event for students andalumni of any major or degree. Employers froma variety of career fields will be recruiting foremployment and internship opportunities.Registration details and other information at:http://www.bigeastcareerfair.org/SPRING QUARTERJust in Time Job FairTuesday, June 18, 2013 │10am – 2pmLincoln Park Campus, Student Center 120This annual event, held the week aftergraduation, aims to help recent grads findimmediate opportunities. Employers will berecruiting for part-time, full-time, temporary,and/or internship level opportunities.Staffing firms and post-graduation volunteerorganizations will also be in attendance at thisevent.career networkingeventsNetworking Events often consist of a panel discussionfollowed by an informal reception where you canspeak with panelists in small groups or one-on-one.Professionals share information about career paths,industry trends, specific companies and professionaldevelopment.Fall QuarterAccounting & FinanceCompany Pitch DayMonday, September 24, 2012, 2:30-5:00pmDePaul Center, Rooms 8005, 8009, 8010, 8014,Loop CampusGain insight from and network withprofessionals representing careers in publicaccounting, corporate finance and accounting,consulting and commercial banking andnon-profit, government, and small businesswill provide expert industry advice andcareer insight. The event will begin with aseries of brief pitches delivered by companyrepresentatives. The company pitch sessionwill be followed by breakout sessions wherestudents can meet with professionals for opennetworking.Kick-Start YourCommunication Career:A Night of NetworkingWednesday, October 17, 2012, 5:00-7:00pmStudent Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusJoin us for an evening of industry advice,career insight and networking. Connect withprofessionals from a variety of experience levelsand learn more about pursuing a career injournalism, public relations, communications,and/or advertising. The event will begin witha keynote speech followed by roundtablenetworking sessions.Teacher’s ForumSaturday, October 20, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusThis forum is open to DePaul College ofEducation students who will complete or havecompleted their student teaching experience,those starting their first year of teaching andrecent COE alumni. Hear a keynote speaker,participate in roundtable discussions, practiceinterviewing and receive resume/e-portfoliocritique.Profiles in HealthFriday, October 26, 2012, 1:00-3:00pmMcGowan South, First Floor Atrium,Lincoln Park CampusGet career insight and expert advice fromprofessionals representing a variety of healthcarefields. This event will begin with the “ClinicalRotations,” portion, during which attendeeswill have the opportunity to rotate to variousroundtables and learn more about theprofessionals and their career paths. The eventwill conclude with the “Medical Mashups,”portion, during which attendees will have theopportunity to rotate to tables hosted by twoprofessionals from different backgrounds tolearn how their healthcare careers overlap andcorrelate.SAVE THE DATEWatch careercenter.depaul.edu for additionalnetworking events in Winter and Springquarters covering industries and topics such as:• Information Technology• Interactive Media• Marketing Research• Management and Human Resources• Healthcare and ScienceCareer Connectionsfall 2012 | page 5

fall 2012workshop seriesWorkshop Calendarand RegistrationAttendance at theseevents is FREE, howeverpre-registration is requiredfor all workshops, practiceinterviews and orientationsthrough DePaul.Experience.Please visit depaul.experience.com to viewthe calendar and registerfor workshops and events.Workshops are listed inalphabetical order.AdvancedWorkshopsThis workshop is forworking professionals,alumni, adult, andgraduate students.WorkshopLocation KeyADPC = DePaul Center,1 East Jackson, LoopCampusMcGaw = McGaw Hall,802 W. Belden Ave,Lincoln Park CampusMunroe = Munroe Hall,2312 North Clifton Avenue,Lincoln Park CampusRichardson = John T.Richardson Library, 2350 N.Kenmore Avenue, LincolnPark CampusSAC = Schmitt AcademicCenter, 2320 N. KenmoreAvenue, Lincoln ParkCampusStudent Center = 2250 N.Sheffield Avenue, LincolnPark CampusTeleconference & = Thisworkshop is conductedvia telephone. CheckeRecruiting for details.TBD = To be decided.Note: A number listed after thelocation key indicates the room orsuite number.Career Connectionsfall 2012 | page 6Discover Your LeadershipStyle with the FIRO-B ANavigating Your CareerChange APolish Your ProfessionalInterviewing Skills AStrengthen Your Resumeand Cover Letter AThis workshop is ideal Experienced professionals Refresh your interviewing Learn about different resumefor students with work who are considering or skills and learn how to formats and how to bestexperience, alumni and career already involved in the prepare for advanced market your accomplishmentschangers. The Fundamental process of changing careers interviewing techniques for specific audiences. ThisInterpersonal Relations will benefit from this including critical behavioral, workshop is ideal for someoneOrientation-Behavior workshop. Learn how to panel and case interviews. who has already written a(FIRO-B®) is a personality develop a change plan Review the do’s and don’ts resume and is looking toassessment that identifies by identifying the career for interview situations and enhance or change the contentneeds/wants regarding your development components learn how to address the most or structure.interpersonal work style. you most need to work on. difficult questions.Tuesday, October 23Results from this assessment This workshop will help youTuesday, November 6 5:30-7:00pmwill help you gain additional identify the type of transition5:30-7:00pminsight about your leadership you are attempting and assessSAC 151approach to help you work its level of difficulty.DPC 9500more strategically.Monday, November 19Thursday, November 8 5:30-7:00pm1:00-3:00pmA = This workshop is for working professionals,DPC 9500alumni, adult, and graduate students.DPC 9500workshopsAce Professionalism and BeatYour CompetitionLearn professionalism strategies,including how to stand a cut above yourcompetition and perform with greatprecision and success. This workshopfocuses on audiences working ininternships, on-campus, and part/fulltime jobs. Give yourself an advantage ininterviewing, accepting and declining joboffers, and becoming a pro on the job.Tuesday, October 22:00-3:30pm DPC 9500Ace Your First ProfessionalInterviewPreparing for interviews can give youthe confidence you need to highlightyour strengths. This workshop teachesyou how to prepare for the interviewingand post-interview follow-up process.You will be introduced to the varioustypes of interviews, including behavioralinterviewing.Thursday, September 203:30-5:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, October 302:00-3:30pm LPC TBDConnecting Your Values toCareer SatisfactionYour work values play a very importantrole in determining what kind ofwork you find fulfilling. Through thisworkshop, you’ll assess and prioritizeyour most important work values, anddiscover how to use what you’ve learnedabout your work values to help guideyour career decisions.Thursday, September 271:00-2:30pm LPC TBDCreating Your Career Plan BExpand your career options. Learn howto assess your strengths and transferableskills to explore careers paths thatmight be a good match. Gain a betterunderstanding of the job market andidentify hot jobs and growing industries.Get an overview of various job searchtactics, resources available at DePaul tooptimize your job search, and more.Monday, November 51:00-2:30pm DPC 9500Demystify Networking andCreate ConnectionsDeveloping a strong professionalnetwork has become an increasinglyimportant and powerful strategy usedby effective job seekers in all fields. Inthis workshop, you will learn how tomaximize your networking opportunitiesand build a set of contacts.Monday, October 2212:00-1:30pm SAC 151Grow Your NetworkMost career and job search adviceinclude networking as an effectivestrategy. But what does that mean? Inthis webinar, we will discuss the dosand don’ts of networking, resources tohelp you meet professionals in your areaof interest, tips on how to continue theconversation after the first meeting,and how to leverage the power ofnetworking.Thursday, October 186:00-7:00pm WebinarHandling Job OffersDetermine the best techniques andpractices to negotiate your compensationpackage. This workshop will includea discussion on salary, benefitsnegotiation, and offer advice on howto handle salary requests and multipleoffers.Wednesday, November 75:30-6:30pm Teleconference &Hit the Ground Running: CareerResources for TeachersNote: These workshops are open only tostudents and alumni in DePaul’s College ofEducation.In these workshops, you will receive anoverview of resources and career tipsin order to prepare for your job searchin the teaching profession. In part 1,we will review how to update yourresume after student teaching, how tostrengthen your cover letter, and reviewwhat components are helpful to considerwhen constructing your portfolio. Part 2will offer resources in how to be strategicin your job search, the importance ofidentifying networking strategies, andhow to prepare for the interview process.Students and alumni can attend one orboth of the workshops.Part 1 – Monday, October 83:00-5:00pm SAC 151Part 2 – Tuesday, November 134:00-6:00pm SAC 151How Can Alumni Help Me PlanMy Career?What are your plans after getting yourdegree? Do you know what kindsof jobs you can get with your major?DePaul alumni can help! Learn aboutthe different resources available to you asyou think about classes to take and skillsto build while you’re a student. We’lltalk about where to find alumni whocan help you and how to approach them.It’s easier than you think!Wednesday, October 35:00-6:00pm DPC 9500Friday, November 912:00-1:00pm WebinarHow to Build a Career PortfolioA professional career portfolio providesyou with a tremendous resourcefor showcasing your work skillsand experiences to an employer. Inthis workshop, you’ll learn how toconceptualize and compile an effectiveportfolio.Tuesday, September 2512:00-1:30pm SAC 151Tuesday, October 303:30-5:00pm DPC 9500Identify Your Skills andAccomplishmentsSkills are the currency of the job market;you get a paycheck in exchange for theskills you use in your job. Throughthis workshop, you’ll assess your skills,

determine which ones you want to acquire orfurther develop, and identify ways to do so.Also, you’ll learn how to clearly articulate yourskill set and provide solid examples of thoseskills in practice.Monday, September 1710:30am-12:00pm SAC 151iPrep – Find Your Dream InternshipWorkshopThis workshop will help you create a strategyfor applying to your dream internship. Youwill also learn about the University InternshipProgram as a way for undergraduate studentsto receive academic credit for an internship andfulfill the Junior Year Experiential Learning(JYEL) requirement. This workshop also meetsthe University Internship Program Orientationrequirement.Tuesday, September 183:30-5:00pm SAC 151Thursday, October, 411:00am-12:30pmLPC TBDWednesday, December 510:00-11:30am DPC 9500Is Graduate School Right for Me?Designed for students who are contemplatingapplying to graduate school, this workshop willhelp you decide whether graduate school is theright option for you. Learn about the applicationprocess, the financial decisions you will have tomake, and resources available to help you chooseand evaluate potential graduate and professionalschool programs.Wednesday, October 312:00-1:30pm SAC 151Wednesday, October 103:30-5:00pm DPC 9500Job Search Strategies in a ChallengingJob MarketLearn how to identify effective job searchstrategies in a challenging job market. Get anoverview of a multitude of job search tacticsand begin the process of selecting the strategiesthat make the most sense for you. Learn howto maximize the numerous job search resourcesavailable at DePaul and beyond.Wednesday, October 312:00-3:30pm DPC 9500LinkedIn Basics for Job SearchingThis is a “hands on” workshop held in acomputer lab. Learn the benefits of creatinga LinkedIn profile, including how to makeconnections, get recommendations, and joinindustry or interest-specific groups. Learnwhy creating a professional online portfoliois important in today’s job market. Get tips,tricks, and etiquette for using LinkedIn fornetworking, job searching, and gathering careerinformation. Please be sure to create a LinkedInaccount before the workshop so you have astarting point when you attend the workshop.Wednesday, October 241:30-3:00pmLoop TBDLove What You Do – DePaul InterestFinder (DIF)This workshop is ideal for students who areexploring major and career options. Researchhas shown a strong correlation betweenincorporating interests into your career planningprocess and ultimate workplace satisfaction.Participants will take the DePaul Interest Finder(DIF), a tailored survey designed to specificallyhelp DePaul students explore their interests andidentify related majors, student organizations,and careers. Take advantage of this opportunityto learn how your time at DePaul can be shapedto match your interests and help you worktoward career satisfaction.Wednesday, October 171:30-3:00pm DPC 9500Maximize Your Job & Internship FairExperienceFirst impressions count! Learn how to approachemployers and make a lasting first impression.DePaul’s Career Center hosts multiple Job& Internship Fairs throughout the academicyear with hundreds of employers looking forcandidates like you. This workshop helps youmaximize the Job & Internship Fair as anopportunity to showcase your skills and abilitiesin an active job searching forum.Tuesday, September 255:30-7:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, October 23:30-5:00pm SAC 151Monday, October 1512:00-1:30pm SAC 151Wednesday, October 3112:00-1:30pm DPC 9500Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)Looking for work that is intrinsically interestingand gratifying to you? The MBTI is used toassist individuals in identifying their personalitystrengths, preferred work environments,communication styles and career possibilities.While few occupations provide a “perfect”match between personality and work tasks,this indicator and workshop will assist you inmaking an informed decision.Monday, October 812:00-2:00pm SAC 151Tell Me About Yourself 101This workshop will help you build confidence inapproaching and talking to potential employersat job fairs. Specifically scheduled before andduring the Fall Job Fair, attendees will workon perfecting their introduction to employers.With help from DePaul’s Alumni SharingKnowledge (ASK) program, you will leaveknowing exactly what to say when an employersays, “Tell me about yourself.” ASK is a networkof DePaul alumni who volunteer as careermentors to help students prepare for a successfulfuture. To learn more about ASK, visit http://ask.depaul.edu.Friday, October 510:00-11:00am LPC Student Center TBDFriday, October 512:30-1:30pm LPC Student Center TBDTwitter Basics for Job SearchingThis is a “hands on” workshop held in acomputer lab. This workshop is designed tohelp you understand how to use Twitter fornetworking and job search. Learn the basics ofTwitter including how to get started and whoto follow as you job search. You should have aTwitter account created prior to attending thisworkshop.Tuesday, October 1612:00-1:30pmLoop TBDprogramorientationsOn-Campus Interviewing OrientationThe 30 minute On-Campus Interviewingorientation is a prerequisite to participating inthe On-Campus Interviewing Program. Youmust attend an orientation session prior to yourfirst on-campus interview. The orientation willmake you aware of the policies for participationin the On-Campus Interviewing Program andprovide tips for successful interviewing.Please visit http://depaul.experience.com/ forspecific times and locations.University Internship Program (UIP)OrientationThis is a prerequisite workshop for UIP andmust be completed in order to enroll in anacademic internship course to earn ExperientialLearning credit. The UIP orientation is gearedtowards students who have already secured aninternship.Note: For UIP Webinars, please pre-register2-3 days in advance via depaul.experience.comto receive online participation instructions forthe session.Wednesday, September 2611:00-12:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, October 94:00-5:00pmWebinarTuesday, October 165:00-6:00pmWebinarWednesday, October 2411:00-12:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, November 62:00-3:00pm SAC 151Tuesday, November 134:00-5:00pmWebinarTuesday, November 205:00-6:00pmWebinarThursday, November 292:00-3:00pmWebinarMonday, December 34:00-5:00pmWebinarTuesday, December 113:30-4:30pmWebinarThursday, December 132:00-3:00pm DPC 9500Monday, December 175:00-6:00pmWebinarCareer Connectionsfall 2012 | page 7

editorialinformationCareer Connectionsis published quarterlyby the Career Centerat DePaul University. Itis intended as a careerplanning resource forall DePaul studentsand alumni, and is alsoavailable in downloadablePDF format atcareercenter. depaul.edu.EditorAmanda PowersSnowden(312) 362-8664apowers@depaul.eduTo inquire aboutreceiving bulk suppliesof Career Connections forstudent organizationsor on-campus offices,contact the editor.financial fitnessworkshopsDebt 101: Demystifying StudentLoansLoans: you know different types exist,but you don’t know exactly what theyall mean. Attend this workshop to gaina deeper understanding of your studentloans. Learn about the different types ofstudent loans, how to estimate your debtload upon graduation, and what some ofyour repayment options may be.Tuesday, September 184:00-5:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, October 2312:00-1:00pm Richardson 400How’s Your Credit History?Do you know how your credit habitswill affect your lifestyle? Learnimportant information about choosingcredit cards, understanding creditreports and credit scores and managingexisting credit card debt.Wednesday, October 1712:00-1:00pm Richardson 400Tuesday, November 612:00-1:00pm DPC 9500Savings Plans that Won’t FailWe all want to save, but sticking to asavings plan can be hard. Learn somestrategies for saving. This workshop willhelp you to set reasonable and attainablegoals that can motivate you to keep yoursavings on track. Once you have goalsin place, both savings and budgetingbecome easier!Thursday, November 14:00-5:00pm DPC 9500Study Abroad Without Breakingthe BankSure, studying abroad is a greatopportunity but isn’t it too expensive?Learn the true costs of studying abroad.This workshop covers basics aboutthe costs of overseas study, strategiesto save for your trip and manage yourmoney while abroad, and how tofind scholarships to help finance yourexperience.Wednesday, September 264:00-5:00pm Richardson 400Thrifty Travel TipsLooking for tips on planning a getawaywithout going broke? This is theworkshop for you. We will reviewinsider tips, the best times to buy, andsome of the best sites to use.Thursday, October 114:00-4:30pm SAC 151Monday, November 54:00-4:30pm DPC 9500The Graduate’s Guide toFinancial SuccessGraduating students: learn simple strategiesfor becoming financially successful. Topicscovered include repayment of school loans,how to create a realistic budget for a fulltimejob and credit strategies.Wednesday, September 2612:00-1:00pm DPC 9500Thursday, October 2512:00-1:00pm Richardson 3005 Tips for Financing GraduateSchoolAre you considering graduate schoolbut not quite sure how you will fundit? Learn about calculating total costs,funding options including loans, grantsand scholarships, and a method todetermine if you are borrowing wisely.Tuesday, October 164:00-4:45pm DPC 9500Introduction to InvestingIf you are interested in learning how tomaintain and build wealth, this is theworkshop series for you. Topics coveredinclude investing basics for stocks, bondsand mutual funds. This workshop willprovide you with basic knowledge andresources for making wealth a reality!Wednesday, October 35:30-7:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, October 305:30-7:00pm Richardson 400Buying a HomePurchasing a home can be complicatedand scary. Attend this workshop to learnwhat is really involved in making thisbig purchase. You will receive step-bystepprocesses to assist you in making afinancially sound choice.Tuesday, October 912:00-1:00pm DPC 9500Wednesday, November 74:00-5:00pm DPC 9500For more information,contactFinancial Fitness at312-362-6482 or send ane-mail to financialfitness@depaul.edu.Visit our website at http://financialfitness.depaul.educareercenter.depaul.eduCareer Connectionsfall 2012 | page 8