Program Description:
The Emerson Los Angeles Career Advisory Network (ELA CAN) is a unique opportunity for currently enrolled Emerson Los Angeles students to build personal connections within the Los Angeles alumni network to better prepare them for their careers beyond Emerson LA. In this program you will: -Gain professional insight from alumni working in the Los Angeles area.-Receive special access to panels designed specifically for the program, including Q&A opportunities with alumni panelists.-Meet for post-panel discussions with an alumni advisor in small groups that allow for deeper conversations and individualized advice.PROGRAM FORMATThe program consists of three sessions. Each session is divided into two parts: 1) An engagement opportunity with a small group of alumni advisors.2) An hour-long breakout session where the alumni advisor you have been matched with will lead a discussion with your assigned group.TIME COMMITMENTTo participate in the program, you must commit to the following three events held in person on the Emerson LA campus:
Session 1: Friday, September 13, 2024, 7:00 – 9:30PMSession 2: Friday, October 18, 2024, 7:00 – 9:30PMSession 3: Friday, November 22, 2024, 7:00 – 9:30PM
Put these dates in your calendar now!
EXPECTATIONS
In order to get the most out of this program, signing up means you are committing to attend all three sessions.
Participation in this program can be submitted to your internship course instructor for credit toward your Professional Development assignment.
Keep in mind this is a professional networking opportunity. Please dress appropriately and come prepared to engage.
This program is a networking opportunity designed to build relationships and provide career advice. This is not a job placement program.
HOW DO I SIGN UP?In order to sign up for the Career Advisory Network program, all you need to do is complete this questionnaire, which will be used to match you with your advisor. The CAN Committee will contact you at the beginning of the semester before the program begins with more information.QUESTIONS?Contact ELA_CAN@emerson.edu
Hosted by: Emerson Los Angeles
Additional Information can be found at: https://emconnect.emerson.edu/event/10443452