We have an amazing library of digital engagement with alumni and employers that we've built over the past two years. We've taken some of the best programs and highlighted them below in a variety of categories. You can find ALL the content in the Imagine '22 or Imagine '21 Youtube playlists!
Imagine the Highlights, Jan. 2–30
Self-Care and Assessment
In A World Where You Can Be Anything…
This inspiring and interactive workshop with Anthony DeMario '12, Trainer & National Speaker for Tony Robbins explores the value and science behind leaning into curiosity, having a growth mindset, finding your purpose and "being you."
Internship Searching: Supersleuth Style
Learn about strategies for finding an Internship or Co-op from EXCEL’s Internship Coordinator, Tina Cooper.
Creating Your Future Career with SUNY Oswego Alumni
Long gone are the days that employers are hiring students with just a strong GPA. Employers today are looking for students with some related experience and a unique set of qualifications in addition to a strong GPA. Panelists share where they found their experiences, what knowledge and skills they gained and how they created opportunities when they didn't find exactly what they were looking for.
Career and Major Exploration
Mindful Monday: Get Energized by Self-Care
For this Mindful Monday, join Kyle Dzintars '08 '11 from the Counseling Center to discuss strategies for managing stress via self-care and for helping you feel more grounded in your body. Make some time to prioritize yourself in this session, bring calm and joy into your body, and find helpful ways to reduce stress in challenging moments.
Exploring Career Paths - "What I Wish I Knew!" Alumni Panel
In this panel session, alumni of all different fields and backgrounds share how they found their fit, what the world of work has been like for them, and the insight they wish they had in college.
Panelists:
- Justin Brantley ‘15, Senior Financial Service Auditor at EisnerAmper LLP
- Sushmita Lamb '19, Systems Engineer at Siemens
- Darlene Le ‘16 Faculty Support Specialist at Harvard Business School
- David Owens '15, Art Director and Illustrator at Owens Design and Illustration
Informational Interview with Molly Matott '15
Watch an informational interview with Molly Matott '15, moderated by Nirdishtha Raj Sapkota '21, about discovering your career path. Hear about Matott's career path and what she wishes she would have known as a student.
Target Your Future and Hit Your Target
Christine Mosich, Oswego's STEM and Healthcare Career Coach, introduces the 8 Career Readiness Competencies identified by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) that every employer is looking for in new hires across all industries and all types of positions. In this interactive workshop you will identify what opportunities you’ve had to develop these skills and show you how to analyze job descriptions to distinguish what the top qualifications are for each position you may be interested in. You’ll end this session with a clear picture on how you can strengthen your application materials and how to answer interview questions addressing the top skills employers are seeking.
Finding Opportunities
Creating Your Future Career with SUNY Oswego Alumni
Long gone are the days that employers are hiring students with just a strong GPA. Employers today are looking for students with some related experience and a unique set of qualifications in addition to a strong GPA. Panelists share where they found their experiences, what knowledge and skills they gained and how they created opportunities when they didn't find exactly what they were looking for.
Alumni Panelists:
- Jenn Lee, ‘11, Colorist, ECG Productions
- Sophia Elacqua ‘15, Innovation & Design Ops Manager, Converse
- Halle Bristol, ‘22, Computer Science
- Kayla Holley, ‘22, Public Relations
Mindful Monday: Practice Gratitude
According to PositivePsychology.com, there are many benefits of practicing gratitude. This includes emotional, social, personality, career, and health benefits. For this Mindful Monday, join current students Stone Locke '22, Kiara Montero '23, and Career Coach Mary Buske (a 2020 alumna) to discuss gratitude and explore realistic ways you can practice it.
Experience You Can Take Credit For!
Learn about the opportunities available through EXCEL to earn credit while gaining valuable experience.
Search Smarter, Not Harder for Positions
Learn how to utilize Handshake, CareerShift and LinkedIn most effectively as you search for positions best related to your career goals! Search smarter not harder with saved searches and job notifications in each of their job searching platforms.
Guest Speakers:
- Handshake - Scott Millslagle
- CareerShift - Val Matta
- LinkedIn - Sarah Viner
Remote Work: Staying Effective and Leveraging Your Soft Skills
Tune in as Sarah provides invaluable and FREE tips on how to stay relevant, maximize your effectiveness and leverage your soft skills in a remote work environment. Advanced registration is required.
Preparing to Launch
Unleash Your LinkedIn Superpowers: Panel Presentation
Esteemed alumni, LinkedIn professionals, and SUNY Oswego staff and students discuss the critical importance of LinkedIn to your professional career. Starting now as a student, and continuing after college throughout your career, LinkedIn should be your go-to platform for professional development and networking.
Panelists:
- Joan Pelzer, ‘89, founder of Joan Pelzer Social
- Heather Sloven, ‘04, Regional Sales Manager, LinkedIn
- Alexa Kosloski, ‘21, Marketing/Public Relations, President, American Marketing Association
- Gary Morris, ‘88, Director of SUNY Oswego Career Services
- Paola Marin Veites, '20, A.I Researcher, Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Mindful Monday: Savoring What's Good
For this Mindful Monday, join positive psychology coach Mary Kate Schutt '17 to learn the superpower of savoring. Gain simple skills to make mundane moments extraordinary. Learn how to create more mindfulness and meaning in your everyday life. Discover the magic that's around you each and every day, and learn how to tap into it at a moment's notice.
Let’s Get Started: Rock Your Profile
Sarah Viner, Success Manager at LinkedIn, answers all your questions about how to create a LinkedIn profile that brings your personal career story to life. Whether you’re just starting out, seeking to advance, or making a career change - you won’t want to miss out on these important tips!
Salary Negotiation
Your starting salary after college can have a tremendous effect on your lifetime earning potential. Learning how to assess your value in the job market and successfully negotiate a higher level of benefits and pay are important to your long-term financial success.
Preparing for Campus Programs
Using LinkedIn to Power Up
Kaitlyn Jackson of LinkedIn.com will make sure you learn how to use LinkedIn like a boss. The session will cover components related to making connections with alumni and others, finding opportunities like internships and jobs, enhancing your skills through LinkedIn Learning, joining professional associations, and more.
A New Era of Virtual Professionalism
Virtual work environments and meetings have become a new norm for many industries! Join alumna Dresden Engle and one of her previous interns, Rachel Dimitroff, to learn more about showcasing your professionalism in virtual work settings.