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Shippensburg University Alumni Relations 
alumni@ship.edu 
717-477-1218 

When

Tuesday, April 17, 2018 from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM EDT

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Shippensburg University 
1871 Old Main Dr
Shippensburg, PA 17257 

 
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Pathways to Success Career Conference
Shippensburg University, Ceddia Union Building

Looking for a no-cost professional development opportunity? Look no further- Ship alumni are invited to attend the Pathways to Success Career Conference. The conference includes two 45 minute presentations of your choice and a networking reception.

The Ship Experience is more than four years; it truly lasts a lifetime! Let us continue to help you build your dream career! Event is free; advanced registration is required.

3:30-4:15 PM : Session 1 (Choose one):

OPTION 1
Let’s Be Real: First Expectations on the Job
What does an entry level position look like? Learn how to set realistic expectations for your first job, salary, and career path. Sometimes a job isn’t always what we expect, but the opportunities that come during and after that first job can be worthwhile.

1. Patty Price, Talent Acquisition and Culture Specialist, WebpageFX
2. Target Rep
3. Alycia Laureti ‘02M, Research Analyst, PA House of Representatives
4. Heather Ebersole ’07, Assistant Vice President, Community Banking Manager II, ACNB
5. Alicia O’Donel ‘15, Accounts Payable Specialist, Clark Associates, Inc.

OPTION 2
Break the Mold-Diversifying Your Experience
Finding a career no longer means staying with the same company until retirement. Learn how to diversify your experience, explore your interests, and find internships in career fields you may not have considered before. Break the mold and stand out to employers by gaining knowledge and skills in areas outside your comfort zone.

1. Erica Koup, Director of Selection, Northwestern Mutual
2. Marci Mowery ‘92, President, PA Parks & Forest Foundation
3. Emma McTague, VP Human Resources, JLG
4. Melissa Hockenberry ’94, Community & Training Manager, Autotask

OPTION 3
Packaging You: Shaping Your Personal Brand
You come as packaged deal. Wherever you go to work, you bring qualities and skills that are essential to who you are. This is your brand. In this session, you’ll learn strategies on how to establish a brand for yourself.

1. Beth Ann McCoy ‘93, Marketing Manager, Noelker and Hull Associates
2. Alex McCurn ’11, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Global Data Consultants
3. Peter Rosenberger  ’13, Senior Associate, PwC

4:30 - 5:15PM: Session 2 (Choose one):

OPTION 1
What’s in it for me? Deciphering a Job Offer
Besides a new title, what else comes with a job? Learn how to decipher a job offer, conduct a salary negotiation, and gain insight on how to ask about the benefits of working with a particular company.

  1. Alex McCurn ’11, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Global Data Consultants
  2. Tony Frey, The Carlisle Group
  3. Mackenzie Buckwalter, Accounting Assistant, Webstaurant Store

OPTION 2
Want to be the Boss? Cultivating Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
We all have the ability to be our own boss. Join us to learn what it takes to  lead and make change in the marketplace and how to cultivate your own entrepreneurial spirit

1. Target Rep
2. Alycia Laureti ‘02M, Research Analyst, PA House of Representatives

OPTION 3
Don’t we all do Sales? How to Sell Your Skill Set
Sales isn’t just in marketing. No matter what position you’re applying for, you have to be able to “sell yourself”. Learn how to identify your individual skills to then use as your marketing tools in future employment endeavors.

  1. Adam Dillon, Talent Acquisition Manager, The Carlisle Group
  2. Patty Price, Talent Acquisition and Culture Specialist, WebpageFX
  3. Target Rep
    4. Peter Rosenberger  ’13, Senior Associate, PwC

5:30 - 6:00PM
Networking Reception
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Reservations are always accepted by phone. Please call (717) 477-1218, Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM.