Student Services

Career Fair Prep Day
2023-02-16 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Blum Union, 4525 Downs Dr, St Joseph, MO 64507, USA
Description:
Last Chance to Prepare for the All Major’s Career and Internship Fair. On Thursday, February 16th, the Career Development Center staff cleared their calendars for walk-in traffic from 9:00 AM to Noon and 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Students can drop by to have their resumes or CV reviewed or print their resumes or CVs on resume paper. They can also ask questions or visit the Career Closet to choose FREE professional attire. The CDC is located in Blum Union 210.
Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email, or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:
This event is open to all MWSU students and alums.Cost:FREE

Conquer a Career Fair Lunch and Learn Discussion
2023-02-15 12:30 - 13:20 | Blum Union 223
Description:
Conquer the Career Fair from a Recruiter’s Perspective is an excellent opportunity for students to learn how to make a positive impression and make the most of the All Majors Career and Internship Fair, which will be held on Friday, February 17, in the Fulkerson Center.
Recruiters from Triumph Foods and the Missouri Department of Social Services Division of Youth Services are ready to answer students’ questions and share tips on how students can conquer a career fair. The event will be held on Wednesday, February 15th, from 12:30 PM to 1:20 PM. Pizza will be served on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t be late. The MWSU Student Government Association is providing lunch. Organizer Information: Questions can be directed to the Career Development Center by emailing career@missouriwestern.edu or calling (816)271-4292. Admission:This event is open to MWSU students, faculty, and staff. Cost: Free!!

Coffee and Careers with Missouri Department of Social Services
2023-02-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Murphy Hall 2nd Floor Atrium
Description:Students interested in careers serving children or youth are invited to drop by and enjoy refreshments with members of The Division of Children’s Services and the Division of Youth Services on the Murphy 2nd floor between 9:00 am and Noon on February 8th, 2023.
This program is sponsored by the Missouri Division of Social Services and hosted by the Department of Criminal and Social Justice and the Career Development Center.
Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email, or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:This event is FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!!

Career Development Center W.O.W. Wednesday
2023-02-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Career Development Center – Blum 210
Description:
Drop by the Career Development Table in Blum Union between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to learn more about how we assist students in determining their career path and preparing for career fairs.
We will also be announcing the start of our Extreme Makeover: Career Edition competition and taking FREE headshots. Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:This event is FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!!

Executive Immersion Experience - 9AM
2023-01-25 08:45 - 17:45 | Chamber of Commerce
Executive Immersion

9:00-Chamber of Commerce Economic, Business Overview-Natalie Redmond-Chamber Board Room

9:30-St. Joseph’s Future -Imagine 2040-Tama Wagner-Chamber Board Room

10:00-MWSU-Elizabeth Kennedy-Chamber of Commerce

10:30- United Way-How to get involved in the Community-Chamber of Commerce

10:50-11:15- Marci Bennett- CVB

11:30-Lunch at City Hall- City Overview John Josendale/Bryan Carter/Scott Nelson County Commissioner

1:00-Community Tour including Business Park

2:30- Art’s and Recreational Amenities-Missouri Theatre/CVB- Beth Sharp 816-279-1225, Director of Performing Arts Association

3:30-Break and Transition to Room 108

4:00-Reception including spouses- Room 108

Nursing Career Fair - Spring 2023
2023-01-18 10:00 - 12:30 | Blum Union 218 & 219
Description:The Nursing Career Fair will be held in Blum Union 218 & 219 from 10:00 am and 12:30 pm. Fourth-year nursing students will be admitted at 10:00 am, and all nursing students are welcome from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Employers can register at https://bit.ly/3HPRqQS until noon on January 13, 2023.
Students can find out what to bring and what employers will be present by logging into their Handshake account or going to http://bit.ly/3Gu0RV0.
Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email, or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:This event is open to ALL Missouri Western Nursing Students and Nursing Program Alumni; registration is unnecessary. Employers must register to attend.
Cost?:ALL MWSU Career Fairs are Free to current students and alumni. Employer registration fees vary based on organization type and can be found online at https://bit.ly/3HPRqQS.

Nursing Career Fair Prep Session
2023-01-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Career Development Center Blum Union 210
Description:Students are welcome to drop by the Career Development Center without an appointment anytime between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm to prepare for the Nursing Career Fair. During this time, students can have their resumes reviewed, print up to 10 copies of their resumes on FREE paper, and choose FREE professional clothing from the Career Closet. This is also an excellent time for students to learn how to introduce themselves and leave a positive impression on employers at a career fair or ask general questions.
Students can also contact the Career Development Center to make an appointment if they need help creating a resume, writing a cover letter, or finding and applying for jobs.
Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email, or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:This event is FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!!

Career Development Center W.O.W. Wednesdays
2023-01-04 15:30 - 18:00, 2022-09-07 15:30 - 18:00 | Career Development Center – Blum 210
Description:Join us on the 1st Wednesday of every month for our Words of Wisdom (W.O.W) Wednesday Series where each session we’ll discuss a variety of topics centered around career readiness & preparedness. Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:These events are FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!!

Career Development Center W.O.W. Wednesdays
2022-12-07 12:30 - 16:30 | Career Development Center – Blum 210
Description:Words of Wisdom (W.O.W) Wednesday: Job Search BootcampApplying for internships or full-time positions? Join us in the Career Development Center, Blum 210, on December 7, 2022, for a day full of helpful workshops.
12:30 PM Crafting An Effective Resume or CV
3:30 PM Developing Cover Letters
4:30 PM Designing a Job Search Strategy for Full-Time or Part-Time Positions5:30 PM Leveraging LinkedIn
6:30 PM Interviewing 101
You are welcome to bring a laptop or use one of our computers to work on career related documents or your LinkedIn profile druing these workshops.
If you need help with your job search and are unavailable at these times, contact us to set-up an appointment. We are happy to meet with students individual in person or via Zoom.
Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:These events are FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!! Refreshments will be provided.

Pong & Professionalism
2022-11-04 17:30 - 19:00
Description:Drop by the E-Sports Arena for a game of pong and learn how the Career Development Center can help you prepare to be a full-time professional. Prizes will be awarded to pong winners.
Organizer Information:
This event is Free and hosted by Recreation Services and the Career Development Center. Questions can be directed to esports@missouriwestern.edu or careercenter@missouriwestern.edu. Admission:This event is are FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!!

Pong and Professionalism
2022-11-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Blum Union, 4525 Downs Dr, St Joseph, MO 64507, USA

Professional Etiquette Dinner & Presentation - Postponed
2022-11-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Blum 218 & 219
This program is being postponed until the Spring 2023 Semester. Details forthcoming. Description:Learn how to improve and gain more knowledge about your networking and dining etiquette skills because, let’s face it, good social skills are some of the most valuable and visible assets a person can have. We’ll help take away some of your intimidation when it comes to networking, interviews and participating in social events. Organizer Information:If you have questions or need additional information please reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email or stop by: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, 210 Blum Student Union.

Everything I wish I know in college: Interviews & Attitude
2022-10-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Blum Union 218 & 219
Description:Join Guest Speaker Eric Bruder, Senior Vice President of Finance/Chief Financial Officer for Herzog Enterprises, Inc. and Missouri Western Alumnus for “Everything I wish I knew in college: Interviews & Attitude”.
This event is co-hosted by Craig School of Business Future Business Leaders of America and co-sponsored by Missouri Western State University Student Government Association
Pizza and Soda are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email, or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210
FBLA is co-hosting Mr. Bruder. Student Government Association is co-sponsoring lunch. Admission:The event is FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students and EmployeesCost?:FREE!!

Being LGBTQ+ In the Workplace Discussion
2022-10-14 15:00 - 16:00
Description:Join the Title IX Office and Career Development Center and enjoy a snack as we discuss Being LGBTQ+ In the Workplace. Come and go as your schedule allows. We will:

Learn about your rights in the workplace
Understand friendly company indicators
Discover tips on navigating your job search
Enjoy cupcakes and coffee

Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email, or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:The event is FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students and EmployeesCost?:FREE!!

Career Development Center W.O.W. Wednesdays
2022-10-05 15:30 - 18:00 | Career Development Center – Blum 210
Description:Join us on October 5th in the Career Development Center in Blum 210 between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM for our October Words of Wisdom (W.O.W) Wednesday Series. Try our popcorn bar and learn about our new, free services. Take a selfie in the CDC to be eligible to win a $50.00 HyVee Gift Card or a $25.00 Visa Gift Card. Organizer Information:If you need additional information or have questions reach out to the Career Development Center. You can call, email or stop by in person: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:These events are FREE and open to ALL Missouri Western Students!Cost?:FREE!!

Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Social Work, Psychology & Government Career Fair
2022-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Fulkerson Center, 4525 Downs Dr., Saint Joseph, Missouri, 64507
Description:The Career Development Center is excited to provide this opportunity for students interested in pursuing or learning more about career opportunities within the industries of Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Social Work, Psychology or any organization affiliated with a local, state or national agency or department. Register for this event through Handshake:

Employer Registration Opens July 1, 2022
Student Registration Opens September 1, 2022

Organizer Information:For more information or if you have questions, contact the Career Development Center. Call, email or stop by: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:All current Missouri Western Students or recent graduates are welcome to attend this event but we strongly encourage those students who will be graduating in the Fall or those seeking internships to attend. Cost:This event is free!

Nursing & Healthcare Career Fair
2022-08-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Fulkerson Center, 4525 Downs Dr, St Joseph, MO 64507, USA
Description:The Career Development Center is excited to provide this opportunity for our nursing and healthcare students to engage and connect with local and regional Healthcare providers who are actively recruiting for nursing and other related positions.
Register for this event through Handshake: Students – click here to RegisterEmployers: Click here to Register
Organizer Information:For more information or if you have questions, contact the Career Development Center. Call, email or stop by: (816) 271-4292, careercenter@missouriwestern.edu, Blum 210Admission:MWSU Nursing Students in their 4th and 3rd semester are encouraged to attend this free event!

Find My Path Workshop
2022-08-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Rolling Hills Library-Belt Branch, 1904 N Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64506, USA
Description:Find My Path Workshops are designed to:-Provide participants with FREE career advising-Connect participants to campus and community resources including scholarships-Educate participants about Missouri Western’s five new short-term educational programs that consist of 3-5 courses and result in microcredentials related in

Laboratory Technician Pre-Apprenticeship

Digital Media

Applied Behavior Support Services

Special Education

Early Childhood

Light refreshments will be served, This is a family-friendly event, Children are welcome to attend, however, childcare will not be provided.
Find My Path Workshops are hosted by Missouri Western State University in collaboration with the Community Action Partnership of Greater St. Joseph and funded through a workforce enhancement grant provided by the Missouri Scholarship and Loan Foundation. Organizer Information:For more information check out Find My Path Workshop Information of contact Dr. Jerri Arnold-Cook, Director, Career Development Center at jarnoldcook@missouriwestern.edu or by calling (816)271-4206.
Admission:This event is open to all adults who hope to increase their earning potential. Cost?:Find My Path Workshop Registration is Free and Required before Friday, August 12.

MORISE
2022-03-15 17:30 - 20:30
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and network with STEM professionals and students from the Greater St. Joseph and Kansas City area. This event provides students with an opportunity to network and hear from potential employers and provides regional science, technology, and engineering companies with an opportunity to meet with potential employees.
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Teacher Recruitment Fair
2022-02-25 09:00 - 23:00
Attention Education majors, join us for our Spring Teacher Recruitment Fair. Get connected with districts across the Midwest, dress your best, and we’ll see you there!
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Virtual Nursing Career Fair
2022-01-19 10:00 - 12:00
Are you interested in a career in nursing? Attend our virtual career fairs where you’ll hear about nursing positions local and nationwide. Sign up today for group or 1:1 sessions.
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Grad Fest 2021
2021-12-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Fulkerson Center, 4525 Downs Dr., Saint Joseph, Missouri, 64507
Cap, gown & hood pick up, and giveaways.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND GOVERNMENT CAREER FAIR
2021-11-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Fulkerson Center, 4525 Downs Dr., Saint Joseph, Missouri, 64507
Our Criminal Justice and Government Fair provides opportunities for our students to connect with various professionals in fields of law enforcement, social work, human services and psychology looking to recruit and hire qualified candidates and interns.
Date: Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 am
Location: Fulkerson Center
Registration Fees: $0.00 (free)
Registration Deadline: October 25, 2021
Doors will open at 9:00 am to allow sufficient time to set up your table. Each employer will be provided one 6 ft. table and two chairs. Please let us know if you will need electricity for your display. There is no cost to attend this event.
We’re looking forward to having you attend our event and connect with our students! If you have any questions, please contact our office! (816) 271-4292 / careercenter@missouriwestern.edu
At this time this event is scheduled to be held in-person. However please be advised should there be updates from our administration, local Health Department, city, state or federal officials pertaining to elevated concerns with Covid-19; there is a possibility the format will switch to a virtual event. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
– The Career Development Team

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Communications Career Night
2021-10-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Blum Union, Rooms 218/219, 4525 Downs Drive, Saint Joseph, MO, 64507, United States
Don’t miss this chance! Join us for an evening to meet with employers in various communication roles in the community. Get feedback on your portfolio and learn about their professional stories. Connect. Network. Engage.

GriffCon Presentation: Internships
2021-09-24

INTERSHIP FAIR
2021-09-22 10:00 - 13:00 | 4525 Downs Dr., St. Joseph, MO, 64507, United States
Our Internship Fair is a great opportunity for our students to connect with local and regional area businesses/employers in a variety of industries that are seeking to hire qualified candidates for available internships.
Date: Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: To Be Determined (on-campus)
Registration Fee: $0.00 (free)
Registration Deadline: September 13, 2021
Doors will open at 9:00 am to allow sufficient time to set up your table. We will provide one 6 ft. table and two chairs. Please let us know if you will need electricity for your display. There is no cost to attend!
We’re looking forward to having you attend our event and connect with our students! If you have any questions, please contact our office! (816) 271-4292 / careercenter@missouriwestern.edu
At this time this event is scheduled to be held in-person. However please be advised should there be updates from our administration, local Health Department, city, state or federal officials pertaining to elevated concerns with Covid-19; there is a possibility the format will switch to a virtual event. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.

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NURSING CAREER FAIR
2021-09-01 10:00 - 14:00
Join us Wednesday, September 1st from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm for our Fall Nursing Career Fair. This fair will be conducted virtually through Handshake. If you are studying Nursing, or are interested in the health sciences field, come speak with recruiters who are hiring nursing positions both locally and nation-wide.
This event is open to current students and alumni, registration is required through your Handshake account:
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LOCAL PART-TIME JOB FAIR
2021-09-01 10:00 - 13:00 | 4525 Downs Dr., St. Joseph, MO, 64507, United States
Are you looking to make some money while you’re attending school? Come check out our part time job fair to learn about opportunities available on or near campus.
In-Person
Date: Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Blum 218 & 219.
Registration Fee: $0.00 (free)
Registration Deadline: August 30, 2021
Doors will open at 9:00 am to allow sufficient time to set up your table. We will provide one 6 ft. table and two chairs. Please let us know if you will need electricity for your display. There is no cost to attend!
We’re looking forward to having you attend our event and connect with our students! If you have any questions, please contact our office! (816) 271-4292 / careercenter@missouriwestern.edu
At this time this event is scheduled to be held in-person. However please be advised should there be updates from our administration, local Health Department, city, state or federal officials pertaining to elevated concerns with Covid-19; there is a possibility the format will switch to a virtual event. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.

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Griffon Office of Applied Learning Presentation
2021-08-27
