Making Your Mark

You won't want to miss out on these professional development activities happening during the fall semester!

Students and employers, join the opportunity to expand your horizons and grow in your professional development. Beginning in August, explore the variety of events offered which are designed to get your career ready! Whether you wish to improve your interview skills or learn more about applying to graduate programs, Making YOUR Mark has it all!

Schedule of events

Part-Time Job Fair
Wednesday, August 25 | 3-4:30 p.m. | MU, Fort Hays Ballroom
Meet employers in the Hays community looking to hire FHSU students for part-time employment.

Suit-Up with JCPenney
Sunday, August 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Big Creek Crossing
Needing professional attire for an upcoming career fair, interview, or presentation? Attend Suit-Up and receive a discount on career clothing.

Resume Madness
Tuesday, September 7 | 5-7 p.m. | FL, South Study Area
Have your resume reviewed prior to the upcoming career fairs! Pizza will be served at this come-and-go event!

Applied Technology Career Fair
Thursday, September 9 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Center for Applied Technology
Students majoring in Technology Studies are invited to meet a variety of employers seeking to hire interns and upcoming graduates.

Mock Interview Days
Monday, September 13 and Thursday, September 16 | Scheduled timeslots between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
*Don't miss this opportunity to meet with a recruiter to polish your interview skills. Face to face and online timeslot reservations are available through Handshake.

Ag Career Fair
Tuesday, September 14 | 2:30-4 p.m. | MU, Fort Hays Ballroom
Employers from the agriculture industry will be on campus for this career fair event to meet students and discuss internship and career opportunities. 

Making Connections (CANCELED)
Tuesday, September 14 | 7-8 p.m. | Robbins Center
In this workshop, you will hear from a panel of area professionals and learn tips that will help you make quick career connections in social settings.  You will then have the opportunity to mingle and make connections of your own.

Business & Industry Career Fair
Wednesday, September 15 | 2:30-4 p.m. | MU, Fort Hays Ballroom
Visit with representatives from the business industry to learn about their intern and full-time opportunities. 

Graduate School Ready! A Workshop to Prepare You for the Next Step
Wednesday, September 22 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | FL, South Study Area
*Thinking about attending graduate school? This session will examine undergraduate experiences, factors to consider in choosing the right program, and an overview of the application process including acquiring positive letters of recommendation, writing strong personal statements, developing curriculum vitae/resumes, and much more.

Online Career & Internship Fair
Tuesday, October 5 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Handshake
All majors are invited to visit with employers and explore internship and career opportunities. Register for 1:1 and group sessions through Handshake.

Cupcakes & Careers
Wednesday, October 6 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | CSS, Middle Plaza
Meet our Career Ambassadors and learn more about job search resources, events, and Handshake.

Explore Graduate Programs at FHSU Online
Wednesday, October 13 | 5-6 p.m. | Zoom
*Thinking about attending graduate school? With certificate and master’s programs across five academic colleges, there are numerous opportunities to earn an advanced education at FHSU. In this online session, you’ll hear from campus faculty, administrators, and students about the FHSU graduate experience. RSVP through Handshake to receive the Zoom invite link.

Study Abroad Expo Week
October 11-15
*Discover where you want your comfort zone to end and explore the benefits of Study Abroad, including learning new languages, summer programs, building confidence and resumes, diversifying your education experience, and many other opportunities!

Majors and Graduate Programs Fair
Wednesday, October 20 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | MU, Fort Hays Ballroom
The annual Majors and Graduate Programs Fair provides current students with valuable information about educational opportunities offered at FHSU.

Resume & Cover Letter Writing Online Workshop
Tuesday, October 26 | 6 p.m. | Zoom
RSVP through Handshake to receive the Zoom invite link.

Boost your Career Literacy Online Workshop
Thursday, October 28 | 3 p.m. | Zoom
The job search process can be overwhelming making it difficult to know where to start. This online presentation will introduce job seekers to resources for researching potential employers as well as how and where to find jobs that are right the right fit. RSVP through Handshake to receive the Zoom invite link. 

Speech-Language Pathology Career Fair
Friday, November 12