Senior Transition Series

The CMI Senior Transition Series is an eight-part biweekly seminar program open to students who want to prepare for their transition out of undergraduate studies at Oakland University.

Participants will attend professional development and foundational life-skill workshops facilitated by Oakland University alumni and professional staff.  Practical topics include:

• Mental Wellness
• Tips for Apartment Hunting
• Professional Etiquette
• How to Network
• Navigation of Benefits and Salary Negotiations
• Financial Literacy and Credit Management
• Career Fair Preparation
• Graduate School Admissions and Success

Contact the CMI office for additional information on this workshop series.

Fall 2021 Workshops

Expert Advice from Employers: Virtual Career Fairs

This workshop will serve as a primer for the fall virtual career fair. Career Services will join us in person and expert employers will join virtually to discuss:

• Researching employers of interest
• Virtual tips related to background, attire, and technology
• How to master your 30-second elevator pitch
• Highlighting skills and experiences
• Strategies to stand out from other candidates
• Following up with potential opportunities after the fair

Mental Wellness & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

October 27, 2021
Oakland Center, 129-130 | 12-1 p.m.
This event can be attended in person or via zoom
Virtual option:
https://oakland-edu.zoom.us/j/99062234701?pwd=VlduNGtFSStOQVhQUjlENXhnWUl6UT09
Passcode: STS

Dr. Travis Goldwire, Group Coordinator, from OU’s Counseling Center will discuss the importance of caring for your mental health. Discussion topics will include: Finding your passion; Work/Life Balance; Building Healthy Habits; Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Money Management and Financial Health

November 2, 2021
Oakland Center, Lake Superior | 12-1 p.m.
This event can be attended in person or via zoom
Virtual Option:
https://oakland-edu.zoom.us/j/93165999683?pwd=bDhsejRGODBHbXd5WHNpVTFWekEvdz09
Passcode: STS

Finance industry professional DaVante Montgomery from OU Credit Union will present on: Saving & Planning; Budgeting; Understanding Credit; Building Generational Wealth; Taxes; Retirement Planning

Network for Net Worth

Bianca Bryant, Assistant Director of Outreach for the School of Engineering & Computer Science will review impactful networking strategies for leveraging the value of your connections. Topics included will include: Professional Networking; LinkedIn; Negotiating