Elizabeth Tharakan ’06 has graciously written this blog piece on the value of networking and the Wellesley network. Take a look! “You don’t ask for a job on a date; you build a relationship.” That’s what the career services adviser at Cardozo School of Law advises law students and recent grads when it comes to…
As a self-proclaimed citizen of the world, I no longer spend much time in my hometown of New York City. But when I do – be it in a drugstore, a café of relative hipness, or the subway – I see Wellesley alumnae everywhere. This comes as no surprise, I am sure. One big surprise…
On Tuesday, April 16th, the CWS invited Susan Wojewoda ’96 and Samantha Ernst ’07, who both have extensive experience working in the retail industry, to speak with students about their work and life experiences. Topics ranged from industry-related advice, to speaking about specific companies and positions. In case you missed this event, here are some…
The uniqueness of volunteering with the Mission Hill After School Program (MHASP) is that there is no such thing as a typical day at our program. Working with a group of vivacious, independently-minded, and smart kids means that you never quite know what you’re going to find when you walk in the door. This is…
Considering a career in economic consulting? Check out these tips below from current students who have held internships within this industry. Do’s: Research the industry. Economic consulting is a special industry that stands at the crossroads of academia and the business world. Therefore, it does expect potential candidates to be equipped with basic research skills…
Caitlin Cahill is a 2006 graduate of Wellesley College who majored in French and minored in religion. Following her graduation, she began teaching in the New York City schools as a New York City Teaching Fellow. Last year, she won a Mary Elvira Stevens Traveling Fellowship to travel to France, England, Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Norway…
Doreen Dove, Founder & Chief Stylist of The Organized Wardrobe, recently presented at the Center for Work and Service’s “Life After Wellesley” event. For those who were unable to attend, here is a recap of what Doreen defines as the Big 3 to successfully dressing with a purpose. 1. Know your body We come in…
Suzanne Slezak ’03 writes the following post to all current students at Wellesley. She encourages students to take it one tiny step at a time; you don’t need to know what you are going to do the rest of your life the moment you become a graduate of Wellesley College. It’s OK to be unsure…
The Center for Work and Service Habitat for Humanity Wintersession Trip to New Orleans, LA is an annual Wellesley service tradition. In its eighth year, the 2013 service trip partnered with New Orleans Habitat for Humanity, Second Harvest Food Bank, and the Center for Ethical Living and Social Justice Renewal to provide a week of…
Since I was 11, I knew I wanted a life in music. As a music major, I spent most of my time at Wellesley in the practice rooms of Jewett. I wanted to be an opera singer. My plan was to spend the year after graduation working while I prepared for graduate school auditions. The…