Calling all Communications majors to first Beyond the Degree panel event on Oct. 24

Calling all Communications majors to first Beyond the Degree panel event on Oct. 24

The Center for Career & Professional Development will kick off its first Beyond the Degree panel event with a focus on career paths in Communications on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Commerce & Finance Building Room 209.

The Beyond the Degree series highlights professionals who have pursued diverse and exciting career paths. The panel discussions are designed for students who have declared a specific major or are interested in the field and wish to learn more about occupations they can pursue after graduation.

This first panel discussion focuses on the field of Communications. This interactive panel is designed to help students explore the many rewarding paths that can be pursued with a Communications degree. The Center invites current Communications majors to join them for this event where they can hear from the panelists and ask questions about their experiences. Discussion topics will include opportunities after graduation, industry involvement and navigating work-life balance.

Panelists for this event include:

  • Lynn Clark – Chair, City of Ferndale Arts and Cultural Commission
  • Anjana Schroeder – Director of marketing, Downtown Detroit Partnership
  • Rob Wolchek – Journalist, Fox 2 Detroit
  • Ingrid Kelley – Journalist, Fox 2 Detroit
  • Monique Mansfield – Communications & outreach coordinator, Come Play Detroit
  • Photographer/Videographer from Falcon Film Studios

For any questions, call 313-993-1017 or email careerlink@udmercy.edu.

Students Pre-Register Here!

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