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Read the press release for the Information Session on Career Opportunities in Media
Purpose of C•O•A•C•H
The C.O.A.C.H. Program provides alumni of Adelphi University the opportunity to provide industry and career information as well as encouragement to current students and fellow alumni as they enter their chosen field as a resource and/or mentor.
Benefits of C•O•A•C•H
The best advice often comes from hearing the personal experiences of others. Being a member of the C.O.A.C.H. program allows individuals to provide others with realistic information about career options, job responsibilities, as well as employment conditions and expectations. As a member of C.O.A.C.H., individuals can share information regarding their career path, meet others in the field and gain insight and advice on various professions.
The Backpack to Briefcase C.O.A.C.H. Programs connect students and recent graduates to alumni with expertise in human resources, graduate school admissions, financial planning, real estate, and many other fields. Lecture topics are geared to enable students to develop the life skills needed transition easily from college and enter the professional world.
Being a COACH is
- A great way to assist Adelphi students and fellow alumni who need professional career advice and guidance.
- An opportunity to be a mentor and advisor.
- A way to give back to your alma mater.
Getting a COACH is
- An important step in the career exploration process.
- An opportunity for students and fellow alumni to network with professionals in the field.
- A way for students and fellow alumni to get first-person career advice from professionals.
Participation Opportunities
- Lunch with a Leader: COACHes speak to students during a luncheon, either on or off campus.
- Professional Visits: COACHes host 20 to 30 students and fellow alumni on-site at their place of business. This helps attendees to understand the day-to-day operations of the profession.
- Shadowing Experiences: COACHes may also decide to allow a student or fellow alumni to shadow them for a day/part of the day at their places of employment.
- Backpack to Briefcase Seminars: COACHes host seminars that help students and young alumni transition from college life to the professional world. More info...
- COACHes in the Classroom: COACHes visit student classes and discuss their careers.
- COACHes as Consultants: COACHes may decide to offer advice to students on an individual basis through either email or phone communication.
**C.O.A.C.H. programs will also appear in the form of receptions, breakfasts and panel discussions.**
Through the C.O.A.C.H. program, the Office of Alumni Relations is seeking to develop a database of alums willing to speak or provide mentoring either generically or on a specific area of business. Being part of the program simply means that our office may contact you if a request for speaking/mentoring arises that would match your background or interests.
The Office of Alumni Relations will be working with the Center for Career Development on C.O.A.C.H Programs and developing coaches.
Contact
For additional information, please contact:
The Office of Alumni Relations
Linen Hall, Lower Level
Adelphi University
P.O. Box 701
Garden City, NY 11530-0701
p - 516.877.3470
f - 516.877.3118
e - alumni@adelphi.edu
This page last modified on April 7, 2009.
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