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Alumni Insights: Julie Hilvers and Bill Byrnes from Feeding America
Join us on November 12 for an Alumni Insights discussion with Julie Hilvers and Bill Byrnes of Feeding America, who will share how they leveraged their PhDs in Sociology to build successful careers as research professionals outside academia. They’ll offer practical advice on translating academic research into industry-relevant skills, exploring career paths that value your expertise, preparing for the non-academic job market, and building professional networks that open doors to new opportunities.
LEARN MORENonprofit Grant Writing 101: How to Craft Winning Proposals
Join facilitator Chrissy Swanson on November 5 for this grant writing workshop. The goal of this workshop is to provide graduate students with a broad understanding of Nonprofit Grant Writing. By the end of the workshop, participants will work together to create an actual sample grant proposal that they can use to guide their future endeavors.
LEARN MORELife After Graduate School: Recent Alumni Career Panel
On October 27, join the Graduate School and Career Services for a conversation with recent alumni about transitioning from graduate school to the workforce. Panelists will share their experiences navigating the job market, building professional networks, leveraging internships, and developing the skills employers value.
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