CAREER EVENT RECAPS

Generating Innovation in Your Business and Career: Information, Collaboration, and New Ideas Event Recap
Cutting edge research shows that new and innovative ideas can be generated from within any workforce and there is no ‘right kind’ of corporate culture. Learn more...

Crafting Your Elevator Pitch
33 Texas alums joined KSM’s Matthew Temple for a workshop, feedback, and networking. Learn more...

Northwestern Externship Program (NEXT) Recap
Across the country and around the world, between March 21 and April 21, 2011, current NU students participated in the ninth-annual Northwestern Externship Program (NEXT). Learn more...

Etiquette Banquet 2011 – "Dining For Success" with Simi Ranajee
On Monday, April 4, 2011, over 180 students and alumni gathered to hear speaker Simi Ranajee explain the art of balancing proper dining etiquette with great networking skills. Learn more...

Networking Naturally in DC Recap
Over 50 Northwestern alumni gathered to listen to Carol Ross (McC83, 87) explain how successful networking can enhance their career connections. Learn more...

Northwestern in LA: Career Choices and Transitions Recap
On February 25, over 100 Northwestern alumni and friends gathered in the beautiful and blizzard-free Los Angeles area to attend Northwestern in LA: Career Choices and Transitions. Learn more...

Rebranding and Framing your Career Recap
On January 25, Northwestern alumni had a chance to tune in to renowned career advisor and commentator Liz Ryan (GC92) as she spoke about how to transform one’s career. Learn more...

5 Before 25 Recap
On February 10, Northwestern students got a glimpse of life after graduation at 5 Before 25, an NCA-The Student-Alumni Partnership sponsored panel discussion of young alumni. Learn more...

Entrepreneurship Networking Night Recap
January 18, 2011. The Northwestern Alumni Association and Wildcat Athletics combined sports and socializing for the Entrepreneurship Networking Night at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Learn more...

LinkedIn Webinar Series "Finding Professional Success with LinkedIn" Recap
Nov. 23 2010. Career expert David Fisher on how to make online networking work for you.  Learn more...

Alumni Connection Series Careers in Finance & Theatre Recap
Nov. 9, 2010. NU Alumni returned to Northwestern to attend networking events, support Wildcats athletics, and best of all, give advice to current students. Learn more...

Back-to-Basics: Job Search Basics and Marketing Yourself in a Challenging Job Market
Oct. 22, 2010. More than 100 alumni attended a presentation by career expert and senior assistant director of University Career Services, Cynthia Graham. Learn more...

San Francisco Entrepreneurship Event Brings Wildcats Together
Jul. 27, 2010.  Fifty alumni from across the San Francisco Bay area came together to reconnect, expand their network, and gain knowledge of entrepreneurship at The Republic, owned by alum Don Davis (C94, J95). Learn more... 

Northwestern Explores: Work Well. Live Smart -- Largest Career Event in L.A.
Jun. 12, 2010.  As part of its year-long series, Northwestern Explores: Work Well, Live Smart, the NAA and fellow clubs attracted more than 120 career-advice seeking alumni and friends for an afternoon of advice and networking. Learn more... 

More Than 200 Alumni Learn How To Network "Naturally"
May 2010.  Alumni and friends participated in the Networking Naturally webinar series featuring Carol Ross (McC83, 87).  Learn more...  

LinkedIn Level 2 Webinars Attract More Than 120 Alumni and Friends
May 13, 2010.  Alumni and friends attended two advanced webinars featuring career consultant David Fisher (WCAS98).  Learn more...

Students Learn How to Get Jobs in Sports Marketing/Media
Apr. 13, 2010.  Close to 40 students gathered in the Guild Lounge to learn about career opportunities in sports marketing/media from seasoned alumni in the field.  Learn more...

2010 Etiquette Banquet Attracts 200 Students
Apr. 5, 2010.  The annual Etiquette Banquet took place at Norris University Center and was sold out, with more than 15 people on the waiting list.  Learn more...

Students See NEXT Possibilities in 2010
Mar. through April, 2010.  Across the country an around the world, current NU Students participated in the seventh annual Northwestern Externship Program (NEXT).  Learn more...

More Than 400 Attend "Jobnob" Happy Hour in Chicago
Feb. 24, 2010.  Young alumni, job seekers, and start-up companies across Chicagoland gathered to mix and mingle in Wrigleyville.  Learn more...

Alumni and Friends Find Out About How to Begin "Encore Careers"
Feb. 16 and 23.  Close to 100 alumni and friends attended the NAA- and Civic Ventures-sponsored, "Encore Career" Webinar. Learn more...

Tips for Reinventing Your Career Teleseminar
Jan. 21, 2010.  Close to 250 Northwestern alumni tuned into the teleseminar titled "New Year, New Inspiration: Tips for Reinventing Your Career Teleseminar", which offered expert advice for navigating a successful career transition.  Learn more...

Healthcare Networking Night
Jan. 18, 2010.  Alumni and students gathered for an event blending basketball and conversation at the Healthcare Networking Night co-sponsored by the Northwestern Alumni Association and NU Athletics.  Learn more...