What is OUS Professional Development?

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The Professional Development and Internships staff in the Office for Undergraduate Students (OUS) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is here to help you explore and experience as you think critically about potential careers and professional ambitions.

Throughout your journey in the College, you can take advantage of networking events with alumni, one-on-one mentoring relationships, experiential learning opportunities—including internships and immersion programs.

In addition, a broad array of one-credit professional development courses enable students to identify strengths, explore opportunities, and develop the skills necessary to prepare for a successful and meaningful career post-Villanova.

  • Empower: OUS Professional Development helps you forge your own path.
  • Explore: OUS Professional Development guides you in exploring your unique interests, passions, and strengths.
  • Evolve: OUS Professional Development partners with you to help you identify and pursue your professional interests, skills, and strengths.

Featured Articles

Developing and Maintaining Your Personal Brand as a Villanova Student in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences  

Developing a personal brand can be a powerful way for you to showcase your distinct identity in academic and professional settings. Your personal brand is an authentic, professional image that reflects your strengths, values, and the meaning that you want …

By Madison Battinelli
Madison Battinelli
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Virtually Connecting With Liberal Arts and Sciences Students Exploring Career Interests and Pathways

Making decisions about careers can be confusing for students, especially for those liberal arts and sciences students who are undecided about a particular path and open to the many possibilities that exist.

That’s why the BRIDGE Society exists.

The BRIDGE …

By Kate Szumanski
Kate Szumanski
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October Has Arrived! Here’s Your Fall 2024 Professional Development Rundown!

CONNECT/NETWORK WITH ALUMNI DURING HOMECOMING: HERE’S HOW! 
On Friday, Oct. 25, please make plans to attend the Homecoming Student-Alumni Mentoring and Networking Event! You’ll have the opportunity to make GREAT connections with alumni who have built outstanding careers in a …

By Kate Szumanski
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Peer Career Coaches

Caitlyn Baker

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Amanda “AJ” Balinski

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Bridget Duffy

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  • Peer Career Coach Office for Undergraduate Students

Hadassah Lopes

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  • Peer Career Coach Office for Undergraduate Students

Sam Matro

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  • Peer Career Coach Office for Undergraduate Students

Gabriella Raful

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  • Peer Career Coach Office for Undergraduate Students

Julie Soutter

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  • Peer Career Coach Office for Undergraduate Students

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CLAS OUS Resources

Arts and Sciences Professional Development Courses (ASPD)

ASPD 2020: Building a Resilience Resume

Dedicated to crafting a strong resume that fully communicates your unique story to the reader.

ASPD 2101: The Road Less Traveled (Exploring Health Careers)

Dedicated to exploring various pathways within healthcare and learn from professionals in the field.

ASPD 2036: Global & Post Grad Opportunities

Dedicated to exploring opportunities (jobs, fellowships, service) post-graduation and how to best prepare for the application process

ASPD 2034: Career Pathways in the Creative and Performing Arts

Dedicated to exploring various pathways within the creative and performing arts and learn from professionals in the field.

ASPD 2033: Rewrite Your Story

Dedicated to exploring your own personal story and setting goals based on your interests and goals.

ASPD 2028: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Dedicated to gaining an understanding on how to bring and support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

ASPD 2025: Careers in Sustainability

Dedicated to exploring various pathways within sustainability and learn from professionals in the field.

ASPD 2024: Understanding Financial Reporting

Dedicated to learning about financial reporting and gaining and understanding on how you might use this in your professional career.

ASPD 2023: Navigating Roadblocks

Dedicated to support you as you overcome challenges within your professional career journey, staying motivated, and finding creative solutions.

ASPD 2022: Careers in Financial Services

Dedicated to exploring various pathways within financial services and learn from professionals in the field.

ASPD 2021: Adulting 101

Dedicated to supporting you as you prepare for life after graduation and transition out of Villanova.

ASPD 2000: Passion, Path, and Purpose

Designed to provide you with guidance, support, and time you need to assess and explore your personal and professional skills,…

ASPD 2018: A Life Well Lived

Dedicated to exploring all aspect of wellness and how those related to your professional goals.

ASPD 2015: Careers in Consulting

Dedicated to exploring various pathways within consulting and learn from professionals in the field.

ASPD 2014: Public Policy Paths

Dedicated to exploring various pathways within public policy and learn from professionals in the field.

ASPD 2013: Introduction to Data Analysis

Dedicated to providing an introduction to data analysis and how one might use this in various professional settings.

ASPD 2012: Professional Skills & Strengths

This section is designed for students who are part of the Center for Access, Success, and Achievement (CASA).

ASPD 2011: Personal Finance

Dedicated to providing guidance and support for your financial wellness now and post-graduation.

ASPD 2001: Introduction to Professional Writing

Focused on interviewing and writing personal statements for admission to graduation school, law school, medical school, etc.

ASPD 2005: Networking for Success

Designed to guide you on traditional networking techniques and strategies to best build social capital and work towards your professional…

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