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NOVEMBER 2008

Raise Your Voice!

Q&A With Cisco’s Janelle SasakiIn October, the UW Career Center asked Janelle Sasaki, senior recruiter for Cisco Systems, a few questions.

Q: �What�was�your�first�job?�

A: My first job after graduating from another Pac 10 school (Cal Bear) was to teach Eng-lish in Japan through the Japan Exchange Teaching Program (JET). It was an amazing experience. I learned about the Japanese culture, language and educational system. And I love Japanese food!

Q: How�long�have�you�been�with�Cisco?�

A: I have been with Cisco for one year. It’s gone by so quickly be-cause I am having fun!

Q: What�is�the�best�thing�about�working�for�Cisco?�

A: The people! My colleagues are smart, collaborative, and highly motivated. I have three mentors that rock! The culture is results-oriented, dynamic, and fosters innovation. I feel like I am starting college all over again. I am privileged to represent Cisco on top tier campuses like the University of Washington.

Q: Why�do�you�hire�at�UW?�

A: The quality of the students. We know that UW students are future leaders of this world.

Q: What’s�the�worst�faux�pas�a�candidate�can�make�in�an�inter-view?�

A: Confuse us with Sysco, the Food Company. (Just joking. This happens more at career fairs.) I believe the worst faux pas is not researching the company you are interviewing for, or asking the interviewer questions about the position.

Welcome to November! What is traditionally a month of thanksgiving also becomes a month of choice every four years, and this year’s presidential election is

one of the most historic of our time. The UW Career Center encourages you to study up on the candidates, and cast your vote this November. Your vote is your voice, and it should be heard!

At the forefront of many voters’ minds this election season are the economy and job security. The UW Career Center offers tools to help you navigate the ever-changing job market, and assistance in making yourself the absolute best candidate you can be. We’re offering a variety of workshops this month, interactive sessions lead by our career counseling staff. We also have a special event just for seniors, designed to give you the tools and preparation you need to launch successfully into the world of work.

We know you’ve got opinions: we see you working the crowds on Red Square and petitioning your fellow students in front of the HUB. So this November, put those opinions to good use: let the Career Center help you make your future great, and make sure you vote for the leader you feel will do the same.

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As much as I dread the end to summer sunshine, I love the increased squirrel activity that accompanies autumn. In the past week, I’ve watched squirrels engaged in all sorts of activi-ties. For instance, this afternoon I saw a squirrel sitting on the HUB lawn eating a chocolate chip cookie and I saw another one chasing down acorns as they fell from a tree near Thomson Hall. On Thursday, I smiled when I saw a squirrel sitting on a bench outside Kane just like he/she was a mini-human. So cute! As we move into the heart of Fall quarter, I encourage all of you to embrace your inner squirrel - plan ahead, work hard, and have a little fun!

Be A SquirrelBy Briana Keller, from the Husky Career Blog

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WORKSHOPS�OPEN�TO�ALL�STUDENTS All workshops, unless noted, are in the UW Career Center (134 MGH).

Roadmap�to�Choosing�Your�Major11/3, 12:30-1:30 and 11/5, 5:30-6:30 (both in 191 MGH)

Internships�and�Student�Jobs11/3, 3:30-4:30

Job�Offer�and�Salary�Negotiations11/4, 3:30-4:30 • 11/21, 1:30-2:30

How�to�Find�a�Job11/13, 1:30-2:30

Resumes�and�Cover�Letters11/5, 3:30-4:30 • 11/14, 1:30-2:30 • 11/20, 4:00-5:00

Job�Search�for�International�Students11/6, 1:30-3:00 • 11/19, 4:30-6:00 (490 Schmitz)

Successful�Interviews11/13, 3:30-5:00 • 11/18, 3:30-5:00

Applying�to�Graduate�and�Professional�School11/17, 3:30-4:30

CAREER FAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTSLearn more about these events throughout this newsletter.

Roadtrip�Nation�at�the�UW11/5, 10:00-5:00 • HUB Lawn

Construction�Management�Career�Fair11/12, 12:.00-4:00 • Gould Court

UW�Law�Fair11/18, 10:00-2:00 • HUB East Ballroom

Senior�Night�at�the�UW�Career�Center11/19, 5:00-7:00 • UW Career Center

We know you Huskies can walk the walk, and in our 3-credit Navigating Career Options class, we’ll teach you how to talk the talk. Resumes, cover letters, interviews: these are all tools through which you market yourself during the job search process. To do this effectively, you need to know exactly what skills, strengths, and experiences you bring to the table.

Navigating Career Options is offered in Fall, Winter, and Spring by the UW Career Center. If you need the tools to conduct an effective career search in the ever-changing world of work, look no further.

To register, look for “Navigating Career Options” under General Studies 350-D. SLN: 13680.

Navigate Your Career Options (and get credit)

As if the bleary-eyed, bed-headed 6am registration process isn’t stressful enough, you do actually need to pick classes that will advance your academic career. The UW Career Center can help. Check out our Roadmap�to�Choos-ing�a�Major�workshop (careers.washington.edu/students/calendar). Visit the “Web�Resources” section of our website for extensive advice, tips and exploration tools. And don’t forget to stop by if you need one-on-one help. We know that major decisions are just that: major. We can help you make a choice that fits.

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The UW Career Center’s online job board, HuskyJobs, features thousands of opportunities exclusively for Huskies! You’ll find part- and full-time jobs and internships for all majors and degree levels. Check back frequently. Employers add new opportunities every day!

What are you waiting for? Log on now!

Q: How�many�of�your�college-level�hires�go�on�to�have�long�term�careers�with�Cisco?

A: I know we have many UW alumni that work at our company. I’d love to connect students interested in Cisco with those alumni.

Q: For�candidates�hired�in�the�Puget�Sound�area,�are�there�ever�opportunities�to�work�abroad?�

A: Absolutely! Cisco is a global company with a wide range of opportunities. Employees tend to rotate into new leadership positions every two to three years for exposure to different areas of the business. For example, my co-worker started out in my position managing recruiting and relations for the University of Washington and other Pac 10 schools. Now he’s in Australia managing the Asia Pacific territory of universities.

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Remember that dream

for your future you had back when you were eight-years-old? Maybe you were going to be a fireman or a

teacher or a trapeze artist? Well, just because you were only eight doesn’t mean you weren’t onto something – back then you probably knew your heart, and weren’t in the habit of rationalizing away your dreams. For Phil Gore, the dream evolved from his love of school and wanting to share his excitement with others: he wanted to run a school.

After high school Phil traveled a winding road, studying electrical engineering, music, business adminis-tration, sociology, and psychology at a number of insti-tutions, eventu-ally earning his bachelor’s degree in management at Northwest Chris-tian College. A volunteer experi-ence as a youth camp counselor awoke him to the fulfillment offered in being a pastor, which became his calling for the next 20 years.

While serving as a pastor in the town of Duvall, where he also raised his children, he was again drawn to education and became a member of the local school board. Tugged by the desire to become more involved with the education system, he decided to go back to school at the UW for a master’s degree. But, even though he was passionate about education, he still was not sure where the degree would lead him.

Phil turned to the UW Ca-reer Center for help and found the resources needed to clarify his path. There, he took advantage of everything from the Spring Etiquette Dinner, to career fairs, and resume reviews. Phil especially credits the encouragement he received from UWCC counselor Briana Keller in the workshop titled “Crash Course in Decision Making.” As a career changer, he learned to structure his resume to highlight his qualifications rather than concentrat-ing strictly on his experience.

Phil graduated with his master’s in Educational Leadership and took what he refers to as a “leap in faith” resign-ing as pastor of his church to dedicate himself to his search for a new posi-tion. When the position of Director of the Leadership Development Services with Washington State School Direc-

tors Association (WSSDA) became available, it was a natural fit for Phil and his passion to serve. He applied and found himself in a new and mean-ingful role.

The eight-year-old who loved school is now the man who serves as the liaison between the 296 school districts in Washington State and the legislature in Olympia. It may have taken a while, but Phil has stayed true to his beliefs and steadily moved towards his goal to run schools.

- Written by Alyce Mallet

myStory: Phil Gore

Email your story to mystory@u.washington.edu.

Roadtrip�Nataion�Visits�the�UW •�Nov. 5, 2008 – 10:00-5:00 • HUB Lawn Ever notice that monster green RV parked near the HUB? Well, we’d like to send you on a roadtrip in it. RoadTrip Nation will be on campus Wednesday, Nov. 5th to screen their latest DVD, chat with Huskies, and, rumor has it, flip some grilled cheese sandwiches. Stop by to chat with current roadtrippers about their experience, and how you can combine a fantastic travel opportunity with the pesky little task of figuring out what to do with the rest of your life. Want more information on RTN? Check out roadtripnation.com.

Construction�Management�Career�Fair •�Nov. 12, 2008 – 12:00-4:00 • Gould Court If you’re looking for internship or full-time ca-reer opportunities in the field of Construction Management, you won’t want to miss this annual event sponsored by the Department of Construction Management.

UW�Law�Fair •�Nov. 18, 2008 – 10:00-2:00 • HUB East Blrm Sponsored by Phi Alpha Delta, pre-law fra-ternity. Representatives and students meet informally to discuss programs and services.

Senior�Night�at�the�UW�Career�Center •�Nov. 19, 2008 – 5:00-7:00 • UW Career Center Attention seniors: what do you want to do? How can you figure it out? How can you find a job, or even just start a resume? There’s a lot to take on during your senior year, and the UW Career Center can help! At Senior Night, you’ll hear from a panel of UW alumni with tips on how to navigate your senior year, and hear first-hand how they broke into the job market. You’ll also learn about all the FREE services and events offered by the UW Career Center, which are designed to help you suc-ceed! To top it all off? Pizza!

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• Up-to-the-Minute�Student�Event�Calendar http://careers.washington.edu/Students/Calendar

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It’s no doubt that these challenging economic times have everyone on the edge of their seat, wondering what’s next. College students and graduates are no exception. That doesn’t mean all is lost, though. If you are a senior or a graduate student completing your studies this academ-ic year, the first and foremost practical action is to plan a well-organized job search campaign as soon as possible (at least two quarters before you plan to graduate).

Of course, you’ll need a great resume, interviewing practice, a list of job search resources and, last but not least, connections! Need help? Here are some tips to get you started on your active and ultimately successful job search campaign.

Resumes�&�Interviews You must have a flawless resume and be fully prepared for interviews. Check and re-check your resume for spelling and grammatical errors – just one could land your resume in the re-ject pile. We have a number of great resources to help you develop a winning search strategy:

UW Career Center Career Guide • – Available online and in the office, you’ll find a full sec-tion covering resumes and cover letters.

Resume & Cover Letters Workshop• – Offered each quarter with handouts online.

Husky Career Toolbox • – all the tools you need, online! (http://careers.washington.edu/Toolbox)

Walk-in Appointments • – Stop by to have your resume checked by a seasoned counselor.

Finding�Jobs Internships are increasingly used as a tool to hire graduates. So try to incorporate one or more during your schooling. Many recent graduates take entry-level positions to build experi-ence and compete for more attractive positions later – sometimes good experience is better than good pay. Here are some resources to help you find that great career:

HuskyJobs• – A one-stop shop featuring more than 2,400 full- and part-time jobs, intern-ships and volunteer positions just for you. (http://careers.washington.edu/huskyjobs)

On-Campus Interviewing • – Each year, employers conduct thousands of interviews on-campus for entry-level career positions, internships and summer jobs. Sign up today!

Career Fairs & Events • – Meet employers on campus at the many events offered during the year. (http://careers.washington.edu/calendar)

Peace Corps • – Meet with a Peace Corps representative at the Career Center.

Make�Connections Networking is still a critical part of finding a full-time job in a tight market. Successful gradu-ates take advantage of every opportunity to meet and interact with professionals in their fields of interest. Need to make connections? Consider these options:

Husky Career Network • – connect with alumni and conduct informational interviews.

Attend • Career Discovery Week, the Husky Career Lunch and the Etiquette Dinner.

Managing�the�Stress

Talk with a friend or family member. If you can’t, talk with a UW Career Center member • or another professional you feel comfortable with.

Contact the • Counseling Center at (206) 543-1240 or visit 401 Schmitz Hall.

In closing, attitude, optimism and mixing-up your search strategies are key. Keep focused on what is in your control versus forces beyond it. Dream big and create backup plans along the way to increase your odds of landing an internship or job. Use departmental resources and the UW Career Center, keep an open mind about options and employers and cast a wide-net. Understand that job searching and transitioning from college to work is a ‘process’ – it will take time and energy. You can do it!

A Note From the Director

NOVEMBER 2008

She’s got a PhD in Counsel-ing Psychology and they call her “Dr. Killer” on the volleyball court. Meet Briana...

Q: What’s�the�most�common�question�you’re�asked�by�students?

A: “I wasn’t able to attend a workshop you hosted. Is there a way to access the materials from the workshop?” The answer is yes! The materials for most of our workshops are on our website.

Q: What’s�your�favorite�food?A: Where to begin? Pumpkin pie blizzards

at DQ. Seasoned French fries. Mush-rooms. Pizza Hut deep dish. Girl Scout Thin Mints. Sugary cereal. Kiwi.

Q: What’s�your�favorite�quote?A: “ The worst mistake you can make is to

live your life fearing you’ll make one.”

Q: What’s�on�your�iPod�right�now?A: LeAnn Rimes. (I grew up in Kansas

where listening to country is normal.)

Q: What’s�your�favorite�non-work�activity?A: Working with a nonprofit called Cheerful

Givers to provide birthday bags to kids living in poverty.

Q&A With Briana KellerSr. Career Counselor andGrad Student Services Coordinator

The UW Career Center newsletter is brought to the students of the University of Washington each month with contributions from staff and students like you. If you have any questions, please contact us through our website or by stopping by.

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Susan Terry, Director UW Career Center