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FROM FRONT DESK TO PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS: HOW CAREER SERVICES SHAPED ME AS A HEALTH SCIENCES STUDENT

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FROM FRONT DESK TO PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS: HOW CAREER SERVICES SHAPED ME AS A HEALTH SCIENCES STUDENT

As a Health Sciences major, much of my academic life focused on understanding healthcare systems, patient outcomes, and the science behind human wellbeing. What I didn’t expect was how much working at Career Services would shape my professional development, particularly …

By Chasity Barber

Chasity Barber STEM Recruiting Assistant

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When you’re standing at the crossroads of “What do I want to do with my life?” and “How do I land a job in that field?”, it can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to figure it all …

By Erin Grainger, CMCS

Erin Grainger, CMCS Assistant Director

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Obtaining Letters of Recommendation for Health, Law, and Graduate School

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FROM FRONT DESK TO PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS: HOW CAREER SERVICES SHAPED ME AS A HEALTH SCIENCES STUDENT