Higher Learning Commission

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (http://www.ncahlc.org/), the regional accrediting authority for higher education institutions in our area, will be visiting IPFW next week as part of its reaccreditation review of our university. The HLC invites any interested students to an open meeting at 10am in WU 114-116 on November 16th to discuss IPFW.

Marketing Mock Interview Day!

Are you interested in working the area of Marketing and making great connections with local employers? Then hurry and save your spot by registering for a 45 minute mock interview!

Participating employers: Asher Agency, Catalyst Marketing Design, KPC Media Group, and Aflac.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to hone your interviewing skills and make some great connections. You will receive direct feedback and tips from the experts themselves!

Marketing Mock Interview Day

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 [1-5pm] KT 109

Register at: https://purdue.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9ETa97DoyQw2XEU

Is it Really Just the Economy?

I don't think there is a job seeker around that hasn't felt the sting of the current economic crisis. Even though the economy is improving, employers are still reluctant to hire until they're sure these new increases are here to stay. Every day, I see students, alumni and community members that express frustration at how hard it is to find work right now and I agree. However, sometimes the big issue of the economy can blind job seekers to other problems in their job search.

• Know what kind of work you want to do
  I understand the temptation to just say 'anything' or 'anything full-time' or 'anything better than what I'm doing now'. But, look at it from the hiring employer's perspective. I've never had anyone say that they were willing to hire just anyone. Any employer I've spoken with in my work as a career counselor has always had a very clear idea of what kind of candidate they wanted to fill their open position. They've listed specific kinds of educational qualifications, skills and experience that they've been looking for. You too should have a clear idea of what kind of organization you'd like to work for and what kind of job duties you'd like to have.
  
• Get Your Paperwork Straight In this competitive market a generic Microsoft office template resume and impersonal 'To Whom it May Concern' cover letter may not be enough to help you stand out from everyone else that is applying for a certain position. Make sure you're customizing your resume and cover letter to each position you're applying for and that you highlight your transferrable skills and relevant experience.
  
• Do More Than Just Apply Online
  The internet is a great place to start your job search, but don't stop there. The fact is every other job seeker out there is using the internet as their primary means of job searching, one of the ways you can set yourself apart is to also get face-to-face. Join a networking group, attend a job fair, serve on the board of your favorite nonprofit or conduct some informational interviews. Anything that will help you expand your network and give your future employer the chance to know you as a person instead of just some facts on a resume.

Engineering Careers Panel

Do u haz engineering skillz?

Engineering Careers Panel

Wednesday, November 17 ET 146

Noon to 1:00

Interested in a career in engineering, but not positive it’s for you?

Not sure what sort of engineer you want to be?

Want to learn what kind of jobs you can get with different engineering degrees?

Free Pizza!!!

Study Abroad

The Office of International Education is pleased to announce its fall 2010 study abroad information sessions schedule. The dates, times, and locations are listed below and on the attached flyer. Each event will provide an opportunity for students to explore the world beyond IPFW and free food. Please pass this information to interested students, faculty, and staff. The information sessions are as follow:

• Wednesday, October 27, 2010, 12:00 p.m., Kettler 119
• Tuesday, November 2, 2010, 6:00 p.m., Fireside Lounge, Walb 121
• Thursday, November 11, 2010, 12:00 p.m., Cole Commons, Fireside Lounge
• Monday, November 15, 2010, 10:00 a.m., Fireside Lounge, Walb 121
• Monday, November 29, 2010, 6:00 p.m., Cole Commons, Fireside Lounge
• Friday, December 3, 2010, 12:00 p.m., Walb 116

Questions? Contact Ashley Simmons in the Office of International Education, 260-481-6494

Are you a Business or O.L.S. Major interested in making a great connection with local employers? Register for a 45 minute mock interview!

Register to participate in our first annual IPFW Management Mock Interview Day! Practice your interviewing skills with local employers, and receive direct feedback and tips from the experts themselves! Make a great and lasting impression within the 45 minute one-to-one practice interview appointment!

Management Mock Interview Day
Wednesday, November 10, 2010 [1-5pm] KT 109
Register at: https://purdue.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3avjvBsdBOL6nFW

Participating Employers:
Vera Bradley, Westpoint Financial, Enterprise, The Buckle

Available Interview Time Slots:
(Indicate the time slots you would be available on the registration form)
Interview 1: 1:00-1:45pm
Interview 2: 1:45-2:30pm
Interview 3: 2:30-3:15pm
Interview 4: 3:15-4:00pm
Interview 5: 4:00-4:45pm

Requirements:
Professional dress, an updated resume, and you must be a current undergraduate IPFW.
Registration is on a first come first serve basis, so register now before all of the 20 interview slots are filled!

Questions? Contact Hannah Stork in Career Services, 260-481-6640 / mckihe01@ipfw.edu.

Hispanic Professionals Panel

HISPANIC PROFESSIONALS PANEL

Wednesday, November 3rd

IPFW Campus, Science Building 185

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Panelists Include:

Benito Almanza - State Farm Insurance

Julie Dominguez - IPFW Office of Institutional Equity

Gisela Feil - Licensed Social Worker

Palermo Galindo - City of Fort Wayne

Emily Guerrero - United Way of Allen County

Teresa Vazquez-Hall - IVY Tech Northeast

Come meet local professionals and learn what you can do now to make yourself competitive in the new millennia.