KatieCareer Guide to Career Readiness

Get Ready For Your Career

Develop the skills employers and graduate schools seek.

COMMUNICATION

Read, write, speak, review, and listen effectively. Present information in a clear and engaging manner.

CRITICAL THINKING AND CREATIVITY

Gather, analyze, and critically evaluate information to develop reasonable arguments, make sound judgments, and implement effective solutions. Demonstrate creativity and originality in problem solving and communicating.

LEADERSHIP AND COLLABORATION

Lead and influence for ethical and responsible action and for systematic change. Work well with others in community, academic, and professional settings.

ETHICS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE

Apply ethical standards to judge individual and collective actions. Develop behaviors that reflect integrity, honesty, compassion, and justice in one’s personal and professional life.

ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCE

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and skills in at least one major field of study and an understanding of other disciplines. Use technical and digital skills and knowledge in academic and work settings.

DIVERSITY AND GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

Understand and analyze the impact of diversity and systems of power and privilege on the individual and society. Honor and incorporate multiple and global perspectives in academic and work-related activities. 

STRONG WORK ETHIC AND PROFESSIONALISM

Demonstrate personal and professional integrity, reliability, punctuality, honesty, etc., treat colleagues and others with respect, and act responsibly by following through on commitments and taking initiative.

CAREER MANAGEMENT

Engage in courses and activities outside of the classroom to gain knowledge and develop skills. Identify and articulate one’s skills, interests, strengths, knowledge, experiences, and values relevant to career goals, and identify areas necessary for growth.