In this episode of Just Off College Avenue, we talknetworking with long time Ballad HR Director, Valeri Coyler, and UVA Wise’s Director of Alumni Engagement, Corey Shanchez. Both guests offer valuable advice and insights into the world of networking.
Want to connect with the Alumni Association to start making connections? Email Corey Shanchez or Katie Pridemore at alumni@uvawise.edu.
You can also follow the UVA Wise Alumni Association on Facebook and Instagram forupdates on events as well as join their in-person meetings that happen on the 1st Tuesday every other month at 6pm.
Be sure to get involved through volunteer opportunities a the college, join a professional membership, and use LinkedIn to connect withyour professional network. **UVA Wise uses GivePulse for community engagement opportunities, so be sure to sign in with your college email to find local volunteer needs.
You can connect with Valeri and Corey via LinkedIn orthrough the Alumni Relations Board.
Curiosity Suggestions:
Corey- Listen to a podcast such as TedTalk or something in sports. You could also try your hand at using IMbD to learn more about the cast of films or tv shows.
Valeri- Podcasts from NPR offer an array of topics,especially in career, that students will find beneficial as they are navigating their career journey.
Bonus!- Listen to Ologies with Alie Ward to hear about interesting jobs and research being done in various fields while opening your mind to career possibilities.
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