The current job market is tough. Many people are looking for new or different employment, as well as training and networking opportunities. What you may not realize is that, as Loyola alumni, you have access to our many career services and employment experts—not to mention a thriving alumni network to provide support, advice, and new opportunities. Not only does your Loyola education work for you in the job market, but your access to training, job postings, and exclusive events can make a big difference in your career throughout your lifetime. Whether you’re looking for a new job, a new career, or just looking to meet new people, check out the resources available to you.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) degree and certificate programs:
BA in Management • Increase your skills by taking credit courses as an at-large student in the accelerated management degree program. Attend classes on a convenient evening schedule. Visit http://LUC.edu/scps, and click “Management Degree Programs.” Watch for new certificate programs this fall.
BS in Healthcare Emergency Management • The need for emergency managers has never been greater. Prepare to manage, organize, and lead in emergency situations. Visit http://LUC.edu/scps, and click “Allied Healthcare Programs.”
BS in Exercise Physiology • Work as part of a medical team in evaluating, treating, and caring for individuals in physical rehabilitation. A fast-growing field serving clients in different settings. Begins in spring 2010. Visit Http://LUC.edu/scps, and click “Allied Healthcare Programs.”
NETWORKING
Network and learn • Join fellow alumni for informative and interactive brown-bag lunch discussions focused on career and professional development topics at the Water Tower Campus. Visit http://LUC.edu/alumni/career for details and topics.
Alumni Association Linkedin Group - http://LUC.edu/alumni/linkedin • Engage with fellow alums in discussions, networking events, and more through this powerful resource. New alums are joining daily.
Networking and Job Support Clubs - Chicago community • View a list of Chicagoland support/networking groups, libraries, and organizations with career services at http://LUC.edu/alumni/career and click “Networking.”
OUT-OF-TOWN HELP
In the US - Jesuit Colleges Network • Did you know that Loyola has a relationship of reciprocity with the 27 other Jesuit colleges? If you’re not in the Chicago area, you can still take advantage of the career services at a nearby Jesuit school.
Considering living abroad? - International resources • Explore the links to resources listed on Loyola’s International Job & Internship Resources Web page to help prepare you. Some sites contain country-specific job postings. After targeting specific opportunities, try networking with fellow alums living abroad (and who may work at those companies) through our Alumni Association LinkedIn group as an additional resource. Go to http://LUC.edu/alumni/career and click “Out of State.”
ADVISING
Career Centers - http://LUC.edu/careercenters • Loyola’s various career centers offer an array of valuable resources for alumni job-seekers. Take advantage of individual career advising at both lakeside campuses, over the phone, or even through e-mail exchanges. Make sure your résumé is still current with our résumé critique service. Ask our experts about career planning and exploration, visit job fairs, and much more.
Career Transitions Center - www.ctcchicago.org • The CTC provides professional, emotional, and spiritual support to job seekers or those undergoing a career transition. The center offers a variety of programs and resources to help individuals from all fields/ career levels create plans to meet their goals. Loyola alumni are given a special member rate of $100/quarter.
WORKSHOPS
SBA Alumni Education Series - http://LUC.edu/alumni/business • The School of Business Administration Alumni Education lecture series continues this fall. Explore timely, relevant business topics with two thought provoking presentations. For more information on the upcoming breakfast series, visit http://LUC.edu/alumni/business.
For my next act...Surviving the Current Economy - http://LUC.edu/continuum • Perhaps the current economy has given you the opportunity to reinvent your career. Stay ahead of the curve by enhancing your education through the following Continuum interactive workshops at the Water Tower Campus. Alumni receive a 15% discount off each workshop (plus an additional 15% if you enroll in all four workshops). For details and registration, go to http://LUC.edu/continuum or call 312.915.6501.
Hire a Loyolan!
Post and search jobs (for free) within our career center databases
and help a fellow Rambler. Go to http://LUC.edu/alumni/career and click “Job Postings.”
Take your next step : http://LUC.edu/alumni/career, or contact Karen Laguatan at klaguatan@luc.edu or 312.915.8677.