Sept 1, 3-3:50; Sept 2, 12-12:50
Main Character Energy: Discovering What Matters to You
Everyone has opinions about what you should do with your life—your family, your friends, TikTok, that random guy in your econ class. But what do you actually care about? In this workshop, you'll uncover the values that drive your decisions, from the big stuff (career, relationships, purpose) to the everyday stuff (how you spend your time and energy). Through fun activities and conversation, you'll identify what matters most to you and learn how to use those values as a guide when life gets messy or uncertain. Come curious, leave with a clearer sense of who you are and what direction feels right for you.
Sept 8, 3-3:50; Sept 9, 12-12:50
Building Your Personal Compass: Identifying Your Workview and Lifeview
Should work be about making a difference, making money, having freedom, or a little of everything? What kind of life do you actually want to build? In this workshop, you'll explore your beliefs about work, purpose, success, and happiness, then connect those ideas to the choices you're making right now. Together, we'll create a personal compass that can help you navigate college and beyond with more clarity and confidence. Because choosing a path is a lot easier when you know what direction you're heading.
Sept 15, 3-3:50; Sept 16, 12-12:50
Redefining Success: Your Story, Your Terms
What does success mean to you? In this workshop, we'll unpack the expectations you've absorbed from family, social media, and society—and help you figure out which ones actually serve your goals and which ones don't. We'll also talk honestly about the real barriers (financial, social, systemic) that impact different students' paths. You'll leave with clarity on what you genuinely want from your career and life, not just what you think you're supposed to want.
Sept 22, 3-3:50; Sept 23, 12-12:50
Building a Resume and Finding Your Way
Everyone knows that a resume is for finding a job, right? Sure, but it's also a tool we can use to identify our skills and talents. Additionally, a resume can help us evaluate what we’ve done in the past to understand what we liked and want to do more of and what we don’t ever want to do again if we can help it. This exercise will aid you in crafting a resume and use it to chart your path at USD and beyond.
Oct 6, 3-3:50; Oct 7, 12-12:50
Stand Out from the Stack: Resume and Cover Letter Strategies
Why does one application land an interview while others get ignored? In this interactive workshop, you'll uncover the strategies that make resumes and cover letters stand out. Through real-world examples and hands-on activities, you'll learn to highlight your unique value, avoid common pitfalls, and tell a story that resonates. Plus, you'll get pro tips and resources to build application materials that open doors. Bring your laptop!
Oct 27, 3-3:50; Oct 28, 12-12:50
Meh to Motivated: Understanding What Energizes You and What Drains You
Why do some classes, jobs, clubs, tasks, or projects leave you excited and motivated, while others make you want to take a nap? In this workshop, you'll identify the activities, environments, and people that give you energy—and the ones that drain it. You'll learn how to do more of what helps you thrive, make unavoidable energy drainers less painful, and use these insights to make smarter choices about majors, internships, careers, and how you spend your time. Leave with a better understanding of yourself and a plan for building a college experience—and future career—that plays to your strengths.
Nov 3, 3-3:50; Nov 4, 12-12:50
Dysfunctional Beliefs 101 - Reframing Ideas That Could Be Holding You Back
Ever catch yourself thinking, "I need to have my whole future figured out," "Everyone else knows what they're doing," or "If I don't get this internship, I'm behind"? You're not alone. In this workshop, we'll uncover common beliefs that can create stress, self-doubt, and unnecessary pressure during college and beyond. Together, we'll challenge unhelpful assumptions, reframe them in more productive ways, and develop a healthier perspective on success, failure, and uncertainty. Leave with a clearer mindset, a kinder inner voice, and more confidence in your ability to navigate life's twists and turns.
Nov 17, 3-3:50; Nov 18, 12-12:50
Odyssey Planning
Can you imagine your life five years from now? Okay, can you imagine three different versions of that life? Dreaming multiple futures for yourself can help you break free from the idea that life is just one path, reduce your fear of failure, encourage exploration, and help you make choices that align with your interests. Markers and paper provided – you bring the ideas!
Nov 24, 3-3:50; Nov 25, 12-12:50
Failing Forward: Becoming Immune to (the Feelings of) Failure
Didn't get the internship after an interview that felt awkward? Bomb an exam? Keep finding yourself stuck in the same cycle of procrastination, overthinking, or self-doubt? Welcome to being human. In this workshop, we'll explore both the one-time setbacks and the recurring patterns that can leave you feeling stuck. You'll learn how to reframe failures and mistakes as opportunities for growth, identify what you can learn from them, and build the resilience to keep moving forward. Leave with practical strategies for bouncing back, taking healthy risks, and making progress—even when things don't go according to plan.
Dec 1, 3-3:50; Dec 2, 12-12:50
Effective Networking: Using Curiosity to Build Real Connections
Networking might sound intimidating, but it's really just about being interested in people—and that's something you already know how to do. This workshop helps you channel that curiosity strategically. You'll reflect on your own goals, create a personalized plan for building your network, and learn how connections actually lead to opportunities. Whether you're an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, you'll leave with practical strategies for making networking feel natural.