CE
Testimonials
Here's
what CE's have said about their experience... be sure to also
check out the alumni reflections!
Testimonials from the past few years...
- "I love being a CE! This program has helped me get involved on campus, enabled me to make lasting friendships with people I would have never met if not for the program, and has also given me the chance to meet others through the weekly resource center tours and programs around campus. I have developed valuable skills needed for the job search process- including how to write resumes and cover letters, as well as tips on interviewing. Finally, I have helped fellow JMU students using the knowledge I have gained!" -Emily
- "As a CE, you not only get an inside scoop on resumes, cover letters, internships, and other useful resources- you have the chance to make wonderful and lasting friendships with fellow CE's and many CAP employees. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to help others and be involved on campus!" -Alaina
- "It gives
you the satisfaction of helping others reach their career
and life goals, all the while bringing your own values and
goals into focus as well." -Dante
- "Being a CE is a wonderful experience! Not only did I get a chance to work with a wonderful group of people, but I was able to help many students with majors and careers. I also learned a wealth of information about graduate school and internships." -Katy
- "Being a CE has given me an opportunity to feel like I'm really helping students. It has also helped me to become a better student by providing me with opportunities like improving my resume and interpersonal/public speaking skills, and learning more about the interview and career search process." -Lauren
- "Being a CE has helped me in so many ways. I have improved my presentation skills and learned a lot more about the Career & Academic Planning office." -Andrea
- "I really loved making an impact on other peoples' decisions about their major or career. The CE program was flexible with my schedule so I never felt overwhelmed with the responsibilities. It's funny because I sign up for every event that I can, so that I can interact with other students." -Dana
- "I love being a CE! It has been such a great learning experience and a lot of fun too. I've improved many of my skills by being a CE- including presentation skills and customer service. I have gained so much in regard to my career and getting a job." -Sarah
- "Being a CE has given me an awesome opportunity to become more involved at JMU. In the process of educating other students about career opportunities, I've been able to learn more about myself. The program has also given me the chance to meet fun new people with similar interests!"
-Maribeth
- "Through being a CE I have grown in so many ways... I have improved my communication skills, learned valuable skills related to applying for jobs, and made amazing friendships. The years I have spent being a CE have been such a blessing to me." -Andrea
- "I applied to be a CE because of all of the help I received as a freshman from Career and Academic Planning. Now as a CE, I make it a point to help as many freshmen as I can- especially those who seem just as lost as I was." -Catherine
- "The CE program has really helped me with my ability to speak in front of large groups. I also love the unity between all of us as a group. I enjoy giving tours in the resource center because it gives me a chance to meet new students every week, and I love knowing that people are stumped and that I can help them!" -Dana
- "CE's have really strengthened my public speaking skills and increased my awareness of Career and Academic Planning services on campus! I am enjoying meeting new people and building my resume at the same time. Plus, it's really easy to fit CE programs into my busy schedule because the different times allow for so much flexibility!" -Megan
- "The greatest things about being a CE are: working with new and motivated people, getting involved on campus, and educating others about career and life choices." -Jo Beth
- "Being involved as a CE has
enabled me to help others become aware of our resources,
while encouraging me to take advantage of these resources
myself- this has been vital in my senior year." -Marcus
- "Being a CE has
been such a great experience- next year will be my third
year doing this. Getting to inform JMU about Career and Academic Planning, presenting
on important topics such as interviewing and networking,
and getting to spend time with a great group of people!
Plus, it will look amazing on your resume!" -Elizabeth
- "The program really helped
me develop better speaking and presentation skills. It has
also allowed me to become more involved with the all that
JMU has to offer as well as meet a lot of new people with
different interests." -Amanda
- "This is
a great way to become actively involved at JMU and an opportunity
to meet new people!" -Mary Kate
- "Being a CE has
helped me improve my public speaking skills; I feel more
comfortable talking in front of a large group of people."
-Maxie
- "The program provides
so many skills that will help me in the future like public
speaking in front of large and small groups, giving tours,
writing resumes and cover letters, creating effective presentations,
career tips, and so much more. It's such a great way to
get involved on campus and you work with the nicest people
in the Career and Academic Planning department." -Kristen
- "CE's have
provided me with invaluable experience in an office setting.
I will be graduating in May, and I feel I have been better
prepared for the transition to the work force. Not to mention
how much fun I had working with Career and Academic Planning!" -Cassie
- "It helps
develop your networking system on campus which can help
you both during your time at JMU as well as after graduation."
-Jamie
- "Being a CE is
great because you get the inside information on upcoming
events like job fairs, employer hostings, on-campus interviewing;
and because you often work these events, you learn a lot
that you otherwise wouldn't have known about." -Sarah
- "It gives
you the ability to help others with major and career choices
and at the same time expand your knowledge on these topics."
-Andreya
- "The program helps
you improve public speaking skills, gain valuable volunteer
experience for your resume, and inform JMU of the valuable
services Career and Academic Planning provides." -Elizabeth
- "Being a CE can
expand your horizons." -Amanda
Alumni
reflect on what they learned as CE's...
- "It
gave me great insight into the practical skills of interviewing,
professional behavior, and what it means to be a colleague.
I carry all of these things with me today as I travel the
country and speak with organizations about building a culture
of leadership. It also helped to give me a leg up for getting
accepted to graduate school right out of college!" -Lisa
Lee Blosser (1995-1996)
- "I
loved being a CE. It was a great learning experience for
my current career. I learned many things about researching
companies, applying, interviewing, resume writing, etc.
that I have carried with me." -Melissa Garrett Hastings
(1998-2000)
- "I learned that
to be a successful job hunter, you have to do a number of
things in addition to just sending in a resume or application
to win attention from employers. I've also found that because
of my presentational speaking experience, comfort interviewing
and strong resume (all from being a CE) I have better luck
in the job search process and with business relationships
in general - whether it is a job offer, a compliment or
a new relationship with a business associate or client."
-Tara Lineberry (2000-2003)
- "I learned respect
for my own individual personality and for the unique characteristics
of others. Finding the best career is less of a matter of
exploring the external possibilities of the world, and more
of a matter of getting to know yourself and accepting who
you are." -Dustin Kidd (1994-1995)
- "I
learned about resume building and presenting a desirable
picture of yourself through your resume." -Colleen Phalen
(1995-1996)
- "Above all, I learned to be
patient with people and get to know what their needs really
are, so that you can help them the best." -Whitney Carswell
(2002-2003)
- "I
learned about networking, building my resume, interviewing,
and most importantly job hunting." -Vas Pournaras (2002-2003)
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