January 2025

Career Everywhere: Dawg Digest
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Happy New Year from the UGA Career Center! I am excited to connect with our incredible alumni and to share the wealth of professional development events and programs we have prepared for you to thrive in 2025. Whether you are looking to make changes to your career or grow as a leader, we have many exciting topics coming up. 

 

Elizabeth Norris

Assistant Director of Alumni Career Services

The Home Depot

Whatever you want to do — there’s an apron for you. With stores in every U.S. state and territory, Canada, and Mexico, our 465,000 associates help us innovate the home improvement sector. We are always striving to reinvent the customer experience as the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer. 

 

We have the tools for you to build your future with our benefits package and 401k options. Through service projects and partnerships with non-profits, you can help strengthen the foundation of your community with the power of The Home Depot. Join The Home Depot team today and see why we’ve been recognized as one of the Best Employers for Future Leaders and New Graduates. Apply at careers.homedepot.com!

Career Fairs

Spring Career and Internship Fair

February 5 | 12-5 PM (EST) | Classic Center

Meet with recruiters seeking students to fill both internship and full-time opportunities. Please dress professionally and bring a pen, as well as copies of your resume!

Spring Engineering and Computer Science Career Fair

February 6 | 3:30-7:30 PM (EST) | Classic Center

This event provides an opportunity for students to meet with employers who are seeking candidates for their open internships, co-ops, and/or full-time positions.

Mary Frances Early College of Education Career Fair

February 11 | 11:30 AM-2:30 PM (EST) | Tate Student Center

The College of Education Career Fair offers students wanting to work in education with the opportunity to connect with representatives from K-12 schools, organizations, and graduate/professional schools from all over Georgia and the U.S.!

Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day

February 12 | 10 AM - 2 PM (EST) | Tate Student Center

This day-long event connects students with communications organizations with internships and full-time positions in digital, print and broadcast journalism, entertainment, film, production, media sales, advertising and public relations.

College of Environment + Design Career Fair

February 19 | 10 AM - 2 PM (EST) | Tate Student Center

Attend this fair to network with employers seeking candidates for full-time, part-time and internship opportunities.

Upcoming Webinars

The following webinars have been planned with alumni in mind, but check out our full calendar for additional programming!

Vulnerability: A Leader's Secret Weapon

January 16 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

In this transformative webinar, we’ll challenge the age-old myth that vulnerability is a flaw and reveal how it’s actually a leader’s most powerful asset.

10 Transferable Skills to Help You Change Careers

February 10 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Many professionals struggle with crafting their resume effectively, especially if they are unsure how to highlight transferable skills toward a new career direction. Join us to learn how to make a positive impression!

Leadership Requires Creativity — Let's Ignite Yours

February 26 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Psychology and leadership research clearly show that creativity isn’t just an optional skill — it’s a critical capability that enhances a leader’s ability to innovate, adapt and inspire.

How to Tap Into the Hidden Job Market

March 12 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Find out why leveraging your network and the hidden job market is still the best way to not only land a new job, but further clarify your career direction as well.

Solving Conflict with Curiosity

March 26 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

In this webinar, we’ll shift the way you view conflict and reveal how curiosity can transform confrontational situations into opportunities for growth.

Salary and Benefits Negotiation 101

April 9 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Whether you’re a job seeker navigating the hiring process or a seasoned professional preparing for a performance review, discussing salary and benefits can be daunting.

Turning Stress Into Success

April 23 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Research shows that viewing stress as helpful can lower anxiety, improve confidence, and even help you live longer. Through cognitive behavioral psychology practices, learn how to shift your mindset.

How Can I Navigate the First 90 Days of a New Job?

May 7 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Are you unsure how to stand out as a new employee and prove yourself worthy of being hired? In this webinar, we will give you ten ways you can navigate your first 90 days of a new job, even if it’s a virtual position.

Controlling Your Emotions

May 14 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Developing emotional regulation not only enhances your decision-making but also strengthens your ability to remain calm, composed and adaptable in challenging situations.

Finding Work-Life Balance and Managing Mental Health at Work

June 4 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

Are you dealing with work-related stress and need to focus more on your mental health? Whether you work in the office, remotely or in a hybrid model, work-life balance and mental health continue to be critically important topics.

Trust: A Leader's Currency for High-Performing Teams

June 11 | 1-2 PM (EST) | Virtual

In this webinar, we’ll explore why trust is often referred to as the "new workplace currency" leading to higher productivity, stronger relationships and a more engaged workforce.

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This newsletter is brought to you by Alumni Career Services, UGA Career Center. Questions? Contact alumnicareers@uga.edu

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