Career Milestones

Our newly published Career Milestones serve as a holistic career education framework for all undergraduate students. These career milestones provide shared language among faculty, students, staff, administrators, alumni, and employers. 

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Career Articulations

Signer: Daniel Koo, PhD

Articulations encompass the ability to express and elaborate upon one’s skills, experiences, and achievements. Freshmen engage with the Academic and Career Success team to align their interests with their chosen majors and gain confidence through general education courses and career-related events. As students progress, they seize experiential learning opportunities, refine their articulation skills, and align their aspirations with real-world applications. Faculty and staff play a crucial role in this process with their bilingual expertise. The university takes a comprehensive approach to empower students in articulating their career aspirations. Multiple workshops cover various topics such as resume tailoring, LinkedIn and other social media optimization, and communication etiquette, ensuring students can effectively present themselves in the workplace. Gallaudet University’s focus on articulation reflects their commitment to empowering students to express their unique identities and contributions. It’s an essential step in their journey towards career success

Career Competencies

Signer: Emilia Chukwuma

Competencies emphasize the acquisition of specific skills essential for a broad range of career journeys, including both versatile and profession-specific abilities. Students have the flexibility to build these competencies through various avenues, such as pursuing digital credentials, coursework, or even hobbies that align with their interests and career goals. Gallaudet’s comprehensive approach ensures that students not only gain knowledge but also develop practical skills that will serve them well in the ever-evolving job market, equipping them for success in their chosen paths.

Career Connections

Signer: Helen Thumann, PhD

Connections underscore the significance of meaningful interactions between students, employers, and alumni. With faculty serving as valuable conduits to key industry connections, students benefit from invaluable insights and introductions within their chosen professions. Additionally, Gallaudet’s Office for Career Success has established strong ties with employers across various sectors, facilitating opportunities for students to engage in real-world experiences. These connections come to life through networking sessions, career fairs, and off-site visits, ensuring that Gallaudet students can forge valuable connections that will shape their career journeys and open doors to future opportunities.

Career Experiences

Signer: Caroline Solomon, PhD

Experiences focus on providing students with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities directly tied to their career goals. These experiences are invaluable in helping students understand what works and what doesn’t in their chosen fields while also learning how to actively pursue and attain such opportunities. These experiences encompass a wide range, from field placements and internships to active participation in campus clubs and organizations that align with career interests. As students progress through their academic journey, they take on increasing responsibilities within these experiences, further enriching their skill set and preparing them for the workforce. Gallaudet’s commitment to these career experiences equips its students with practical knowledge and real-world insights, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future careers. Our Employer Relations unit connects students and faculty with employers who demonstrate steadfast commitment to creating accessible and welcoming workplaces. Additionally, our office hosts various networking events of different sizes and types, such as niche fairs, mock interview sessions, classroom visits, and large-scale fairs to help students connect meaningfully with employers across various industries. These events are designed to be accessible and supportive of the needs of our student population. 

Career Reflections

Signer: Teresa Blankmeyer Burke, PhD

Reflections involve thoughtful planning and introspection regarding choices that impact one’s career journey, such as coursework selection and work experiences. Starting early in their academic journey, students engage in Career Reflections to assess their interests and align them with their chosen majors. This process helps them make informed choices about coursework and extracurricular activities. As students progress, they continue to reflect on their career goals and how their academic and experiential learning align with these aspirations. Faculty and staff provide guidance, ensuring students can make well-informed decisions.