Life After UTampa - Spring Series
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The OACP signature Speaker Series aimed at preparing graduating students for life after college.
These sessions intend to provide you with life skills and “adulting” information that will help you navigate new territory and decision making upon graduation.
Each speaker will bring a personalized presentation and will share personal stories or experiences about navigating life after college and other things they wish they had known back then.
Confirmed dates:
Feb 5, 2025 "What to Expect from Grad School"
@5:00-6:00PM (Zoom)
Feb 19, 2025 "Navigating Post-Grad Life"
@5:00-6:00PM (CG 141)
Mar 19, 2025 "Mastering Productivity & Time Management"
@5:00-6:00PM (Zoom)
Apr 02, 2025 "Negotiating your 1st Job Offer"
@5:00-6:00PM (GC 141)
Apr 16, 2025 "Senior Chat"
@4:00-6:00PM (CG 141)
Apr 30, 2025 "Pride Edition"
@6:00-7:30PM (GC 141)
Stay tuned for more schedule updates!
Agenda
Past Events
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Engaging conversation that offers valuable insights and practical guidance from queer professionals who have successfully forged their paths across different industries.
Seize the opportunity to prepare and cultivate a supportive network that can empower your success.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
A tabling event for graduating seniors to address last-minute questions and concerns. This is an opportunity to connect with various resources, including career services, wellness support, HR for those considering employment at the university, the Graduate Studies Department (UTampa2UTampa), and Alumni Relations to maintain connections post-graduation.
Tabling:
- Wellness
- Career Services
- UTampa HR
- UTampa2UTampa
- Alumni Relations
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Join us for a guest panel focused on negotiating your first job offer and mastering successful interviews, featuring talent acquisition experts and CEOs from the South Tampa Chamber.
This is a fantastic opportunity to prepare for your job search after college.
Guests:
- Kelly Flannery (President & CEO of South Tampa Chamber)
- Shay Russell (Director of Talent Acquisition at Northwestern Mutual)
- Renee H. Dabbs (Principal and Founder of Renee Dabbs, LLC)
- Shay Romine (Head of People at Satisfi Lab)
Learn more about the South Tampa Chamber: https://www.southtampachamber.org/
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
This workshop will equip you with practical strategies to maximize your time and energy.
You'll discover how to streamline your workflow, set achievable goals, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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Join Zoom Meeting
https://utampa.zoom.us/j/93942729605?pwd=xkftjBTMaaHzeZba08pp1wZILANcdw.1
Meeting ID: 939 4272 9605
Passcode: 693688
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Join us for a discussion on embarking on your next life chapter, where you will discover strategies to combat loneliness and strengthen connections.
Dr. Colter's research focuses on interpersonal and health communication, with an emphasis on loneliness and methods for fostering connections.
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Engaging in Dialogue with Current and Former Graduate Students from Diverse Backgrounds and Professions
Join us to hear firsthand experiences, valuable lessons, and insights about graduate school from young professionals who were once in your shoes just a few years back.
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Join Zoom Meeting
https://utampa.zoom.us/j/91831738113?pwd=yDDU4dI909m8Gaz7Y6fxaZtCP4DbhB.1
Meeting ID: 918 3173 8113
Passcode: 455930