More Than a Pretty Feed Gracie Brand's internship experience with Something Social LA
After scrolling through Instagram one day this past summer, I came across an account for a social media and marketing agency in West Hollywood with a team consisting of all women. I immediately knew that it was a company I wanted to look into and after some research, I fell in love with all aspects
Stewing Over Your Internship or Job Search Strategy? Spice it up with these fresh ingredients!
The ingredients for a successful search include a smart strategy, variety of tactics, and consistent outreach. Personal sources, alumni, connections from the families of your friends, and recommendations from your social, religious, or other communities are especially valuable. Of course, your search strategy must include regularly reviewing the opportunities posted on Handshake, LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter,
Sports Communication A Course Review of COM 329 By Taylor Bentley
As a Chapman University Strategic and Corporate Communication major I have enjoyed the opportunity to take classes that are applicable to my post-graduation career goals, as well as concentrated courses that focus on specific industries that are of interest to me personally. COM 329 – Sports Communication, is a course that stands out as a
School of Communication 4th Annual (Virtual) Awards Ceremony
“May is a month of tradition and celebration. As every academic year comes to a close, students, parents, and faculty have the joy of attending honors and awards ceremonies—and of course, commencement. This year, the month of May has required us to be creative in reimagining how the students at the heart of these traditions
The Future of Work is Bright Because of Your Commitment “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity” - Albert Einstein
Our economic and physical environments have demonstrably changed, altering our vision of what the workplace looks like, how we go about accomplishing the tasks of work, and how employers recruit and on-board new employees. Some sectors are experiencing once in a lifetime challenges that present not insurmountable hurdles, but undoubtedly real obstacles. The people who
Finding the Pieces that Fit Into the Puzzle Senior Spotlight: Alex Hallerman '20
Alex Hallerman, like many other seniors in the School of Communication, will be graduating next week and venturing out into the “real world”. But, Alex isn’t like most other seniors. He is one of our non-traditional students. Alex transferred to Chapman from Santa Monica College at an age when most traditional students have graduated and
The Unexpected and Unforgettable Semester We Got This!
I remember signing up for Spring 2020 classes last November thinking, “Wow, this is going to be a busy semester but I have the perfect schedule!” If only I had known… Getting back from my Peace Communication course in Costa Rica over interterm with my 15 perfectly planned units waiting for me I knew I
How Can You Launch a Successful Career Now? What to do when you don’t know what to do.
Right now, it may occur to you that this time isn’t like any other transition you’ve ever made before. It’s not like going from high school to college. It’s not like moving from one town to another. It’s more like getting on a spaceship all by yourself and leaving this planet without being fully trained
Trying New Things to Find Your Path Shawn McCarthy's internship with the Business Expo Center
As my time at the Business Expo Center winds down it is easy to reflect and see how much I have grown both personally and academically throughout this summer. Over the course of the summer internship, I learned many things about myself, the real world, and how to handle life after school. To begin, I
Why Successful Jobseekers Need the Power of a Personal Motto Make a Difference Today and Other Enlightening Words
How do you succinctly communicate everything you are and aspire to be, especially when it comes to making an impression on your future employer? Consider using the power of a personal motto in your LinkedIn job title or summary. A personal motto is especially powerful if you don’t yet have a title that defines your