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March HERstory Month 2022
Beginning in 1987, March has been dedicated to commemorating the accomplishments and success of women in all areas of life. It is a special time to celebrate the contributions they have made in culture and society. For this year’s Women’s History Month, our very own Peer Career Advisors have come to share their stories. From
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Navigating Internships as a Transfer Student
A transfer student. This group of students is one of the most integral parts of colleges across the United States, yet, at the same time, they are often given little to no attention when it comes to being incorporated into their new college environment and culture. From my experience, being a transfer student can often
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The Basics of Professional Attire
Attending professional events or going to interviews can be nerve-wracking in and of themselves. In the days leading up to them, it can be increasingly stressful trying to find the right attire. What does it mean to dress “business professional” as opposed to “business casual”? Learning how to differentiate between various attires and finding how
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Black History Month 2022
In celebration of Black History Month we’ve curated a list of black-owned businesses – including those owned by Chapman students, local organizations, and employers hiring – to get to know and continue to support once February comes to a close. Black Student Gigs to Support at Chapman University Angelique Francis ‘22 Graphic Designer Angelique is
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Benefits of Working on Campus
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a student worker at Chapman University? From the benefits of being a student staff member to stories about our personal experiences as Peer Career Advisors at the Office of Career and Professional Development, we are here to help you learn a little more about working on
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An Introduction of the New Career Peer Advisors
Hi Chapman community! I have officially been a Career Peer Advisor for Chapman’s Office of Career and Professional Development for over a year, and it is crazy to see how far we have come since I first started at the office. For the past year, I was lucky enough to work alongside the only Peer
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Making the Most of Holiday Cheer
It’s officially the holiday season and many of you may be wondering how you can use this time to advance on your professional development. Networking is one of the most important things you can do to advance your career and this holiday season is the perfect time to do just that! Learn about the most
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Top 5 Challenges Individuals Face Throughout the Interview Process
You made it. You finally got the interview for the job that you have been dreaming about your whole life. You call your family and friends to let them know about this big moment in your life. After all of the initial excitement dies down, you start to worry about how to make the best
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Same Skills, Different Expectations
So you might have heard about some of the top common soft/interpersonal skills from our “What Recruiters Look For in a Candidate” blog, but have you ever wondered how these skills are applied to specific industries? I know I have! For example, communication to someone working in Public Relations and Advertising might mean using words
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What to Put on Your Resume Without "Professional Experience"
A common misconception that many college students have when it comes to what to put on their resume is that their experience has to be “professional.” For example, many of my peers that schedule a Resume Review appointment with me come in concerned that they don’t have enough experience to put on their resumes such