Session Descriptions
Welcoming Address
PUB MPR
9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Jeff Stafford Ph.D
College of Social & Behavioral Science and Social Work
Dr. Jeffrey L. Stafford is a Professor of Organizational Communication and Leadership Studies at Eastern Washington University. He has been involved with the study and practice of leadership for most of his 30-plus year career. Dr. Stafford has a Ph.D. in Communication Studies, a Masters degree in Student Personnel and Counseling, and a BS in Architecture. He also has advanced certifications in leadership and relational database programming. Most of his professional consulting work aims at helping individuals and organizations learn to strategically improve while creating a dynamic and positive culture for the people who work within these organization.
Keynote Address
12:30 - 12:50 p.m
PUB MPR
Marilee Roloff
President and CEO, Volunteers of America,
of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho
Mary Ann Murphy
Founding Director, Partners With Families and Children
Marilee (left) and Mary Ann (right) share a cheerful moment as they interview for the Spokesman Review
Mary Ann Murphy has Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Washington and a Masters degree in Developmental Psychology from EWU. This academic experience has prepared her for a thirty-year career as Executive Director for various non-profit agencies, providing health and social services to children, youth and families. Part of her work includes political advocacy for public policy affecting the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. She has been appointed by Governor Locke and Governor Gregoire to act as Chair on various state advisory committees dedicated to prevention, early intervention and rehabilitation for disadvantaged and high-risk children.
Marilee Roloff has been with Volunteers of America more than 25 years, where her compassion, tenacity and expertise in community collaboration make her a powerful administrator. Raised in the small town of Creston, Washington, she was taught from an early age to root for the underdog. Marilee is not only the founder of the Crosswalk teen shelter but is a well recognized community leader who has received multiple awards including recognition as a Chase Youth Commission Champion of Youth and recipient of the Children's Alliance Voices for Children award, a Volunteers of America National Leadership award, EWU Alumni Achievement award and a YWCA Outstanding Achievement award.
Session 1
10:00 - 10:50
PUB 204 - 205
Getting That Cool Internship: Talk to Students Who Have Done Them.
Internships are a critical step in reaching professional goals. Sometimes the best way to get started in an internship is to talk to other students who have had positive experiences doing the same thing. This session will give you a chance to talk with other students about their internship experiences.
Panelists:
Lizbeth Ramirez (Current Intern) - EWU Admissions Office
Adam Stewart - Insomnia Coffee (Dublin, Ireland)
Luis Pedroza - Catholic Family and Child Services
Jared Schiff - Genie Industries
Cody Harder (Current Intern) - US Embassy (Nairobi, Kenya), Never Again Rwanda (Kigali, Rwanda)
Greta Olson - Beta Alpha Psi
PUB 206
Social Networking: Engagement in the Digital Age
In this day and age, it's important to use every search element to your advantage. In fact, the National Association for Colleges and Employer's 2012 Student Survey indicated that 41percent of college graduates in the market for jobs are using social media to land them. Rightfully so, because in 2012, 84 percent of recruiters used social media to recruit candidates that might not have otherwise applied. This panel will discuss various social networking tools, and how to utilize them to find employment opportunities.
Panelists:
Jens Larson, Marketing and Communications Coordinator - EWU Office of Admissions
Humberto Cerrillo, Advisor - Campus Programs, ASEWU SAIL
Dena Ogden, Employer Relations - EWU Career Services
PUB 263 - 265
How to Maximize Your Volunteer Experience
With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering are enormous to you and your communities. The right match can help you learn new skills, and help advance your career in ways you may have never thought. This panel will discuss the many benefits of volunteering and how you can translate that experience to obtain other professional opportunities.
Panelist:
Susan Cairy, Volunteer Coordinator - Spokane Juvenile Detention Services
Molly Ayers, Director - EWU Community Engagement Office
Sue Holly, Advocate/Volunteer Coordinator - Lutheran Community Services
PUB 267
Career Opportunities for International Students (International student focused)
Many international students are interested in doing internships, but it's a challenge finding companies that have programs to support these opportunities. This panel will discuss ways for international students to search and pursue internship opportunities while studying abroad.
Panelists:
Kara LaSota, International Student Advisor - EWU International Student Program
Matt McCoy, Executive Director - International Trade Alliance
Session 2
11:00 - 11:50
PUB 204-205
Getting That Cool Internship: Talk to Students Who Have Done Them.
In case you missed the first session, here is a chance for you to participate. Internships are a critical step in reaching professional goals. Sometimes the best way to get started in an internship is to talk to other students who have had positive experiences doing the same thing. This session will give you a chance to talk with other students about their internship experiences.
Panelist:
Claire Collins - EWU's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Adam Stewart - Insomnia Coffee co. (Dublin, Ireland)
Luis Pedroza - Catholic Family and Child Services
Cody Harder (Current Intern) - US Embassy (Nairobi, Kenya), Never Again Rwanda (Kigali, Rwanda)
Greta Olson - Beta Alpha Psi
Adam Macomber (Alumni) - Sherwin-Williams
PUB 206
Going Global: The Importance of Garnering an International Experience
Developing a global perspective is much more than just understanding the world of business. It involves taking a broader, more critical view of experiences, knowledge and learning. This panel of professionals will discuss the importance of gaining an international experience, and the trends that are shaping the educational demand of our students.
Panelists:
Marya Nowakowski, Regional Representative - Peace Corps
Robbyn Hoffman, Associate Director - EWU Career Services
Elena Axton, Study Abroad Advisor - EWU Study Abroad Office
Arthur Ungureanu, Student - An-Najah University - Palestine, Israel
Matt McCoy, Executive Director - International Trade Alliance
Joseph Lenti, Lecturer in Latin American History - EWU
PUB 263-265
Effective Interviewing: What Employers Are Looking For
Interviewing can be a tough process if you're not sure how to address an employer's question. It's a good custom to know a company's job description, but now you must show how you meet those qualifications. This panel of career professionals will give you an insider perspective on what they look for in a candidate, and how you can best highlight your skill set.
Panelists:
Ty Barbery, Financial Advisor - Edward Jones
Melanie Monek, HR Generalist - Washington Trust
Kemper Rojas, Managing Partner - Fruci and Associates
Keith Gulley, Talent Acquisition Manager - Enterprise Holdings Inc.
Eric Anderson, District Manager - Sherwin-Williams
Daniel McElheran, Supervisory Agent - U.S. Border Patrol
PUB 267
Young Professionals: How to Transition into Professionalism
Making that smooth transition into the professional world requires a lot of pre-planning. Assess where you see yourself within your relative industry and gather all the information you can that would make you a qualified candidate. This panel of young professionals will discuss their current career paths and how they prepared for them.
Panelist:
Brian Bean, Associate Corporate Counsel - Ecova
Kristen Paul, Marketing & Recruiting Specialist - Gonzaga University
Megan McNeal, Producer - 14Four (EWU Alum)
Jared Webley, Associate - Gallatin Public Affairs (EWU Alum)