Purposeful Pathways Participation

During the semester, you must attend two events that are designated as Purposeful Pathways events for Computer Science.

A list of such events will be provided to you, and you may ask for approval of additional events not on the list.

You are required to write a 1-2 page reflection on each event.

Each reflection must include:

• Key insights from the event
• What you learned about yourself
• How you will apply what you learned

At least two events from each of the categories:

• Career Exploration
• Professional Preparation
• Networking & Employer Engagement

must be attended as a graduation requirement for Computer Science or Information Technology.

Schedule of Experiences for Fall 2023

1. [Professional Preparation]
   Career Skills for CS, Math, and Data Analytics: Creating a Professional Profile
   Monday, September 11, 5:30-6:30 PM
   Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

2. [Professional Preparation]
   Cothran Center Fall Retreat: “Do Nothing” + Senior Stories
   Friday, September 15 – Saturday, September 16
   Pleasant Ridge Retreat Center (Pre-registration required)

3. [Career Exploration]
   Career Launch Party and Headshots – Career Exploration
   Monday, September 18, 3-5 PM
   Hill Atrium, Trone Student Center

4. [Professional Preparation]
   What’s in Your Closet? (A Comedic Career Fashion Show)
   Wednesday, September 20, 7-8 PM
   Location TBA

5. [Professional Preparation]
   Career Fair Preparation
   Friday, September 22, 12:30-1:30 PM
   Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

6. [Career Exploration]
   Career and Internship Fair
   Wednesday, September 27, 12:30-3:30pm
   Watkins Room, Trone Student Center

1. [Professional Preparation]
   College Life Coaching Session for Seniors
   Friday, October 6, 12:30-1:30 PM
   Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

2. [Networking & Employer Engagement]
   Data Analytics in the Upstate \ Tuesday, October 10, 5:15-7 PM
   Furman 101, Downtown Greenville

3. [Career Exploration]
   Gap Year Opportunities Panel Luncheon
   Wednesday, October 11, 12:30-1:20 PM Location TBA

4. [Networking & Employer Engagement]
   Computer Science Research & Internship Showcase
   Friday, October 13, 12:30-1:30 PM Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

5. [Professional Preparation]
   Leveraging Your Creativity in Your Career
   Friday, October 20, 2:30-4:00 PM Location TBA

6. [Professional Preparation]
   Computer Science Business Etiquette Seminar/Dinner
   Thursday, October 26, 6-8 PM Restaurant TBA

7. [Career Exploration]
   Computer Science Alumni Homecoming Panel
   Friday, October 27, 12:30-1:30 PM
   Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

1. [Professional Preparation]
   College Life Coaching Session for Juniors
   Friday, November 3, 12:30-1:30 PM
   Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

2. [Networking & Employer Engagement]
   CCSC:Southeastern Conference \ (Options: Conference attendance, Research Contest participation, Programming Contest participation)
   Friday, November 3 – Saturday, November 4
   Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC

3. [Professional Preparation]
   Cothran Center Enneagram Workshop
   Monday, November 6, 5:30-6:30 PM
   Johns Hall 101

4. [Professional Preparation]
   Build Your LinkedIn Profile in 60 Minutes (+ Free Headshots)
   Tuesday, November 14, 5-6 PM
   Location TBA

5. [Professional Preparation]
   Computer Science Powerpoint Night \
   Tuesday, November 28, 6-7:30 PM
   Jennifer McHan Good Collab (Riley 106)

INDIVIDUALLY SCHEDULED EXPERIENCES

With prior approval of the professor, activities such as informational interviews (Professional Preparation) and career assessments (Career Exploration) scheduled by the student directly may also qualify for the Purposeful Pathways requirement. PLEASE NOTE THAT ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES MAY BE ADDED TO THIS SCHEDULE THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER. CHECK IT REGULARLY.