The College of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts Hold Joint Career Expo! 

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) and Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts (CCCA) Career Expo was a full-day event designed to support career development among students at all levels. Cosponsored by the Office of Career Advancement, the expo featured a career fair, career development workshops, a student showcase, and an alumni panel & reception. Students even had their professional headshot taken! Below, you will find a schedule from the day.

Be on the look out for the next event! 

Career Fair (professional dress required)
Eynon Ballroom
10am-2pm

We had approximately 35 employers on campus who were looking for CHSS and CCCA majors to apply to their jobs and internships. 

Career Development Breakout Sessions included:

Marketing yourself for the Long Run
Presented by Sherry Hicks, CHSS Public Relations CoordinatorStudent Center Room 128

Playing on Beat in your Career
Presented by Hard Rock Casino
Student Center 127

Careers in Law Enforcement
Presented by Cherry Hill Police
Student Center Room 129

The World of Non-Profits
Presented by Hopeworks N’ Camden
Student Center 221

Being Competitive with your Graduate Application
Presented by Rowan Global
Student Center 127

The Importance of an Internship in the Arts
Presented by the Multicultural Arts Exchange
Student Center 129

Preparing for Careers in Sports Media
Presented by the Philadelphia Eagles
Student Center Room 221

The Ultimate Game: Navigating a Career in Politics and Government
Presented by the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship
Student Center 128

Alumni Panel & Reception

Six CHSS and CCCA alums shared their post-graduation experiences. A networking reception was included as part of the event.

Featured Alumni:

Orlando Almonte ‘13
Program Manager, City of Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs Language Access Program
Programs: Political Science

Annie Busarello ‘19
Program Coordinator, Vindico Medical Education
Programs: Public Relations and Advertising

Brian Dashefsky ‘98
Sr. Media Manager, NBC Sports Philadelphia
Program: RTF and Communications

Karen Stanwood ‘94
Director of Electronic Publishing & Production, SLACK Inc.
Programs: English and Elementary Education

Mark Storms ‘94
Vice President, Wintrust Life Finance
Program: Economics

Nick Vicente ‘16
Art Director, The Perception
Co-Founder/Community Director, CRAFTED/
Program: Studio Art