Loyola sponsors a wide variety of ongoing events. Please check the website calendars of the career centers, colleges and schools, special interest groups and Rambler clubs for a complete listing.
Be sure to also check out your Alumni Association calendar. The Alumni Association department sponsors 100+ events and partners with campus departments, colleges, and schools on many more. From lectures and networking nights to theatre performances and museum tours (plus even a gala or two), we have something for everyone.
** MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! **
- Lunch, Network, & Learn: "Networking 101: How to Strategically Turn the Basics to Your Advantage" (FREE EVENT):
Join Eileen Timmins, LUC alumna and Senior Vice President of Human Resources at R.J. O’Brien, as she provides concrete details / actions on how to network effectively and with confidence in today’s business environment. Networking is a critical skill that will benefit you throughout your career -- whether employed, unemployed, or undergoing a transition. If you’re building your network, seeking / sharing professional knowledge, or searching for a job, don't miss this informative session!
All alums, regardless of work status are welcome. Click here for details/registration. Thursday, November 19, 2009 - Upcoming Lunch, Network, & Learn Sessions:
"Topic - TBD" - Thu, January 21, 2010
"Topic - TBD" - Thu, February 22, 2010
"Topic - TBD" - Thu, March 25, 2010 - Out-Of-Work Chicago” Career Networking Event (Special Alumni Discount!!)
Join alumni and other out-of-work professionals at one of the fastest growing and most talked-about networking group in the Chicagoland area. Network, meet with employers, and hear career advice from seasoned guest speakers -- familiar with recruiting, resume assessment, personal branding, and business etiquette, at this dynamic event. Special Alumni Rate: $15.
Details/Registration: outofworkchicago.com/events/ (Click “University Alumni”, Password: ‘almamater’).
Schaumburg - Tue, November 3; Downtown Chicago - Tue, November 17
- Events - Hosted by the School of Business Administration (Open to All Alumni, unless otherwise specified):
- Dean Speaker's Series on Responsible Leadership,
Wed, November 11, 2009 - Institute of Human Resources and Employment Relations Alumni Reception,
Fri, November 20, 2009
(Click here to register and for a complete list of events hosted by the SBA) - Career Transition Center Calendar of Events
- Upcoming Job/Career Fairs (through the Center Development Center)
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(Past Events)
- Lunch, Network, & Learn: (Click title for presentation slides)
- June 25, 2009:
“Inspired Networking: The Way of Connection, Today and for a Lifetime!” with Laura Sterkel - July 23, 2009:
“Leverage Your Networking Options in Web 2.0!”; LinkedIn Overview with Toby Nathan - August 20, 2009:
“Working Effectively with a Cross-Generational Workforce"; Reference Documents with Esther Leal - September 24, 2009:
“Reframing Your Skill Set (for Today's Market)" with Cam Helkowski - October 22, 2009:
“Controlling the Talent Search: Keeping a Perspective on your Career, while Gaining a Competitive Edge" with Debbie Walsh - November 19, 2009:
“Networking 101: How to Strategically Turn the Basics to Your Advantage" with Eileen Timmins, Ph.D.
- Loyola Alumni on FOX News Chicago
FOX News Chicago interviewed alums and covered part of July’s Lunch, Network, & Learn on “Leveraging Your Network in Web 2.0” with fellow alum Toby Nathan, for a special news segment. Airtime is tentatively scheduled for the August 5 and 19 (evening broadcast).
Click here to connect to the online video clip and related articles "Network Your Way To a New Job" and "Networking With a Purpose".
- April 21, 2009: "Get a Financial Life" with Beth Kobliner, New York Times Best Selling Author
Click here to listen to the recorded presentation (Approx 1 hour; might takes a few seconds to load).
