Religious Discrimination in the Workplace

Religious discrimination can take place in the workplace – or even in the application stage. 

In response to widespread discrimination, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was passed. It is a landmark civil rights and labor law that addresses the …

By Francesca Crivello
Francesca Crivello Assessment & Technology Coordinator
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Share Your Insights on Identity and Career Development

UConn students are invited to participate in a survey, Identity and Career Development, conducted by the Center for Career Development.

The Center for Career Development is committed to providing an inclusive environment where all UConn students feel comfortable utilizing our …

By Tara Malone
Tara Malone Associate Director, Regional Campuses Pronouns: she/her/hers
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Religion & Your Résumé

Your résumé provides employers with a first look at who you are and what you may be able to contribute to their organization. When your faith is an integral part of your identity, you may wonder whether information about your …

By Mary Malerba
Mary Malerba Assistant Director, Alumni Relations
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Assessing Religious Inclusion in the Workplace

As you continue to navigate your job search, you may be curious about how best to integrate your faith with your future workplace. While it is illegal for an interviewer to ask about religious affiliation and beliefs in an interview …

By Victoria
Victoria
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Exploring Your Career Options at PepsiCo: “Flipping the Fair” Podcast

During an unprecedented time when many students may feel like they are missing out on career opportunities, employers are seeking ways to bridge the gap between their company and the students. One unique way that PepsiCo has created to help …

By Victoria
Victoria
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Tips for choosing a graduate program for international students

If you are considering moving to the United States to pursue a graduate program, or if you are already in the US and want to enroll in a graduate degree you likely have many different options to choose from. What …

By Tithi Basu Mallik
Tithi Basu Mallik Graduate Student Career Programs and Services Graduate Assistant
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Staying Professionally Connected

This is a strange time for all of us, and it can be a confusing transition to online work in your graduate degree. As in regular times, it is important to communicate effectively with your advisor and other individuals with …

By Kalle Nelson
Kalle Nelson Graduate Assistant
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Requesting Religious Accommodations on the Job Search

After months of applying for roles, you finally land an interview with your dream organization. You’re thrilled until you realize the all-day interview includes both lunch with the team and dinner with members of leadership (or an all day virtual …

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Fraudulent Employers – Tips for Students

The UConn Center for Career Development makes every effort to screen employers and job postings on Handshake. However, the Career Center acts only as an intermediary between employers posting job opportunities and candidates searching for job opportunities.

By National Association …

By Robert Volle
Robert Volle Program Director - Regional Campuses & CPR
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Utilizing Big Interview to Prepare for Summer Opportunities

As you wrap up your Spring semester, you might start thinking about applying for summer opportunities to help you develop your professional skills. Whether you’re a new graduate applying for a job, or still in school and applying for an …

By Victoria
Victoria
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