How to Explore Unfamiliar Career Paths as an Asian American Student  

Don’t feel intimidated by exploring different careers. Check out just a few of the many resources available to help you succeed!

By Michelle Wong
Michelle Wong
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5 Soft Skills Essential for Asian & Asian American Individuals to Stand Out and Get Promoted 

Combatting the “model minority” myth can be frustrating when entering the work force. But, these soft skills can help you stand out and navigate a successful work environment.

By Michelle Wong
Michelle Wong
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AAPI Heritage Month Spotlight: Josephine Santiago-Bond

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! To celebrate early, today we’re highlighting Josephine Santiago-Bond, Chief and co-founder of the Advanced Engineering Development Branch at NASA.

By Avery Caya
Avery Caya Graduate Assistant, CLAS/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (They/Them/Theirs)
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How to Determine a Workplace’s DE&I Value

Determining a workplace’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Value is important, especially to those who want to be able to express their ethnic and cultural identities. Here are some red and green flags as well as questions to ask employers.

By Briana Phouadara
Briana Phouadara
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AAPI Heritage Month Spotlight: Patsy Mink

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! To celebrate early, today we’re highlighting the trailblazing Congresswoman Patsy Mink.

By Avery Caya
Avery Caya Graduate Assistant, CLAS/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (They/Them/Theirs)
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Identity & Career Development Survey: Results & Responses

In 2021, the Center for Career Development facilitated an Identity and Career Development survey. The primary focus of the research was identifying unique career experiences facing affinity groups, and ways in which the Career Center can provide support to each group.

By Lisa Famularo
Lisa Famularo Assistant Director, Equity and Inclusion | Pronouns: she/her/hers
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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Christine Tao

March is Women’s History Month, so to celebrate today we’re highlighting Christine Tao, founder and CEO of Sounding Board!

By Avery Caya
Avery Caya Graduate Assistant, CLAS/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (They/Them/Theirs)
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Student Success Story: An Nguyen

Meet An Nguyen, a junior on the Stamford Campus majoring in Computer Science. Learn more about An’s role as President of the Google Developer Student Club and advice he has for students looking take on leadership roles!

By Tara Malone
Tara Malone Associate Director, Regional Campuses Pronouns: she/her/hers
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Six UConn Stamford Students Named Spectrum Scholars

Six UConn Stamford students are among the 20 Spectrum Scholars chosen by Spectrum for its newest class of scholars. The Scholarship, designed for underrepresented college students with financial need, grants each recipient with a $20,000 scholarship, a professional Spectrum mentor, and the opportunity for an internship at one of the company’s corporate campuses.

By Chrys Tsilibes
Chrys Tsilibes Assistant Director, Corporate Partner Relations
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Embracing and Overcoming the Generational Effects as an Asian American Student

Being a first-generation student comes with a challenging territory filled with questions and uncertainty. But, you are not alone in this experience, learn about Center for Career Development Intern Briana Phouadara’s experience as a first-generation student and how she overcame these challenges.

By Briana Phouadara
Briana Phouadara
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