People We Serve

The Mechanics of a Handshake, and Why It Matters

Greetings and even handshakes may vary across cultures and contexts. The goal of any professional interaction should be to make a connection with the other person and demonstrate courtesy and respect.

How you greet someone with a handshake is one …

By Brenda Fabian
Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Unveiling the Impact: Showcasing THON on Your Resume

Recently, the Penn State Dance Marathon (THON) broke its fundraising record and raised an incredible $16,955,683.63 to support children and families affected by childhood cancer. If you participated in this inspirational event, you may be wondering how to highlight on …

By Madison Tuskes
Madison Tuskes
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Ring in the New Year with These Top 10 Career Tips 

Start the New Year Strong with these Top 10 Career Tips:
1.Add upcoming Smeal career fairs, employer info sessions, networking/recruiting events to your calendar and review career fair prep tips
2. Polish your resume by visiting the Business Career Center for …
By Jana Jaffa
Jana Jaffa Associate Director of International Employment and Specialty Graduate Programs
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From Veteran to Director

How Light & Wonder’s Tonia Adams harnessed transferable skills to build her career

Tonia Adams comes from a family of military veterans; her dad served in the Army and her mom in the Army Reserves. Despite this early exposure, Tonia …

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Summer Advice for College Students

Here are some tips for what to do with your time throughout the summer months!

Get an internship or micro-internship
Update your resume
Learn a new skill
Get a summer job
Volunteer
Read
Explore!
Try a new hobby or sport

By Tina Rose
Tina Rose Director of Professional Development and Programming
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