Advising and Career Success Day
About the Event
Come be a part of SXU's Advising and Career Success Day on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, where students connect with advisors, attend professional and personal development sessions focused on academic and career success, network with alumni and mentors, and explore internships and job opportunities at the College-to-Career Expo.
During this event, learn how to:
- Gain and articulate experiences and skills valued by employers.
- Effectively listen and communicate in the workplace.
- Learn more about your major and career opportunities.
- Connect with and learn from student leaders.
- Find out how to start building your resume as a first/second-year, DACA and undocumented student.
- Network and leverage relationships with career and industry professionals.
Schedule of Events
Join Advising and Career Success Day! Meet advisors, attend sessions, network with alumni, and explore opportunities at the College-to-Career Expo. Spark your future!
Career Readiness (9 to 10 a.m.)
"Introduction to Career Readiness" (Butler Reception Room)
Career Sessions:
- Skills-Based Learning (McGuire Hall)
- Interview Like a Champ: Speak With Confidence About Your Career Competencies (S-101)
- How Am I My Career (My Chosen Profession) (S-113)/How Am I My Vocation (My Purpose, Passions, and Values) (S-113)
Advising Fundamentals (10 to 11 a.m.)
- General Advising, ADVS-101 (S-101 and S-113)
- Student Leadership Information (Butler Reception Room)
- Preparation for Graduation, ADVS-201 (McGuire Hall)
Please note: Faculty mentors will be available from 2 to 4 p.m. for mentoring appointments.
Social Networking (11 a.m. to noon)
- "Cougar Connections" (Butler Reception Room)
- "Faculty Mentor Meetings" (Location: Various Faculty Offices)
College-to-Career Expo (noon to 2 p.m.)
- "College-to-Career Expo" (Shannon Athletic and Convocation Center)
- "Career Corner" (Shannon Athletic and Convocation Center)
Faculty Mentor Appointments (2 to 4 p.m.)
Meet with your faculty mentor (faculty offices)
