Week of October 11, 2021
Around the world with Fox
Discover how a study abroad experience through global or virtual immersions, summer, and semester programs can transform your future. On Oct. 18 learn about the study abroad or virtual immersion experience and connect with program organizers and students that have participated. Register.
Celebrate National Coming Out Day with Catalyst
In honor of National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11 and LGBTQ+ History Month and beyond, Professor Boles also explains the history of National Coming Out Day, and how companies can move beyond ‘virtue-signaling’ in order to truly support LGBTQIA+ rights. Listen.
Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors: Fox Global Mentorship Program
Learn from one of our accomplished alumni as your mentor! This is a unique opportunity designed to not only expand your network, but equip you for success in school and after you earn your degree.
Learn more and apply on OwlNetwork by following these steps:
- Create an OwlNetwork profile.
- Select Join in the top right.
- Deadline to apply is Oct. 11.
Send any questions to Fox Mentors.
Fox Alumni Career Chat: Donald Lyons, BBA '02, Vice President & Wealth Strategist, PNC Private Bank
Tuesday, Oct. 12 | 12:00-1:00 p.m.
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Learn about Donald's career journey, day-to-day experience, and key advice. There will be a 45-minute interview, followed by 15 minutes for questions.
Sustainable fashion and innovative performance
Wednesday, Oct.13 | 4:00 p.m.
Virtual
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Learn how Patagonia is able to “build the best products, cause no unnecessary harm, and use business to inspire solutions to the environmental crisis.”
Culture matters: Finding the company that works for you
Wednesday, Oct. 13 | 12:00 p.m.
Virtual
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30 FLDP points
Keynote Shanna Hocking shares why company culture is so important to your success.
Travel to Argentina, virtually
Register for Fox Without Borders Fall Immersion—deadline is Oct. 18. Learn more.
Want to earn 40 FLDP points?
Join the Fox community at the Academic Integrity Summit on Oct. 20 from 2-4:00 p.m. The summit will allow students, faculty and staff to understand challenges and opportunities of producing and promoting work that is honest, original and engaging. Learn more and register.
How to prepare yourself to apply for jobs and internships
The Fox Center for Student Professional Development can guide you on the path to professional success. Follow these four steps to Get CSPD'd:
Enroll in the CSPD Canvas Course
You must officially enroll in the CSPD Canvas course in order to access the CSPD process.
Complete the Welcome to CSPD Module
The Welcome to CSPD Module introduces you to our Center, our key services and tools, and ways you can work with and be in touch with us. This module will also provide an overview of Handshake, our career management system that highlights all opportunities for students to apply.
Complete the Resume Development Module
The Resume Development Module teaches you how to write a resume using our required Fox Signature format and provides you with tips to help you highlight your skills, accomplishments, and fit for jobs and internships.
Make a resume critique appointment or attend drop-in hours with a Career Coach
Have your resume critiqued by a career coach using Handshake (Links to an external site.) or stop in the CSPD office during drop-in hours. A CSPD staff member will conduct an in-depth resume review.
Are you a Fox senior graduating this fall?
Apply to participate in this 3-part series focused on job search strategies tailored for Fox seniors.
Receive personalized career coaching
Network with like minded peers
Jumpstart your job search this semester
Application Open Date: 10/4/2021
Application Close Date: 10/13/21 by noon
Apply today
Monday, Oct. 11 | NCOWFEST & Speakout
Wednesday, Oct. 13 | Truth & Power Ft. George M. Johnson
Thursday, Oct. 14 | Queer Connect
Friday, Oct. 15 | Drag Show
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day, Lenape Nation History
Monday, Oct. 11 | 12:00 p.m.
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Oct. 11 is Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a holiday that celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. Celebrate that day with University College as Adam DePaul, Storykeeper and Tribal Council Member of local Lenape Nation, discusses Lenape history and culture.
Active Minds: Game Night Event
Friday, Oct. 15 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Student Center Room 200A
Do you want a chance to win a PRIZE? Come join Active Minds to play games like Jenga, Uno, Pictionary, and even more, while meeting new people AND getting free pizza! What else could you ask for?!
“Owl Stressed Out” Stress Management Workshop
Friday, Oct. 15 | 12:00-1:00 p.m.
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- Feel like you’re drowning in school work?
- Want to pull your hair out because you’re so stressed?
- Feel like you never have enough time?
- Need Fox Leadership Development Points?
Fox Advising and the Wellness Resource Center can help!
Rose-Colored Glasses: Safe Relationships for All
Monday, Oct. 18 | 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Student Center 217A
No registration required
We learn about relationships from all sorts of sources and experiences. How can we move beyond the surface to pay attention to concerning behaviors and situations? This workshop will offer some possible "red flags" and ways we can advocate for safer relationships for all.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
