Experiential Learning Day Schedule

Keynote Address | The Power of Community - How My Albertus Education Has Impacted My Life

Speaker: Jenny (Willets) Rice '05, B.S. in Biology, B.S. in Chemistry

Upon completing her bachelor’s degree, Jenny pursued a master’s degree in Medical Science at Yale University. After spending her entire adult life working in medicine, first as a medical assistant and EMT, and then as a Physician Assistant, Jenny made a bold leap into starting her own consulting business, Integrated with Jenny, where she works with both nonprofits and individuals to help facilitate their short- and long-term goals. Having spent over a decade listening to patient stories of struggle, Jenny now focuses her time and energy on empowering individuals and communities to heal themselves. She currently works as a community organizer in the Valley based ALL IN movement which is making strides toward everyone in their communities having a safe and affordable place to live, access to nutritious food, and a voice in the decisions that affect their lives. Jenny’s pivot to social justice work began in 2020 with opening the Little Free Pantry on Skokorat at her home in Seymour, CT. What started as a small operation has turned into a local movement to not only address the growing problem of food insecurity but also challenge the stigma associated with poverty. Jenny has been honored for her work by her town with the Frank and Ann Conroy Community Service Award and by her former employer with the AP Humanitarian of the Year. In her free time, she enjoys reading, yoga, hiking, and Olympic Weightlifting.

Keynote Address | The Traditional Dream of a College Degree for the Nontraditional Student

Speaker: Racheal DeMarzo ‘16, B.S. in Business Management

Rachael DeMarzo graduated from the Albertus Magnus College Adult Accelerated
Undergraduate program in 2016 with a B.S. in Business Management. In her keynote
address, “The Traditional Dream of a College Degree for the Nontraditional Student,” she discusses her pursuit of a 4-year degree while juggling real-world responsibilities, how an Albertus education and community helped that dream to materialize, and the launch of her career.

Session 1 | Top 10 Resume Mistakes

Presenters: Office of Career and Professional Development

Members of the Office of Career and Professional Development will share the top ten
mistakes people make on their resumes that prevent them from being interviewed for their
dream job.

Session 2 | LinkedIn & Handshake 101

Presenters: Office of Career and Professional Development

Familiar with LinkedIn and Handshake? LinkedIn now has 1 billion members in more than 200 countries and territories. Statistics show that 95% of recruiters actively use LinkedIn to search for high-quality candidates. Handshake is another online recruiting platform for higher education students and alumni. This workshop will help you learn ways to raise your profile, connect and market your skills with potential employers, explore career paths, and gain opportunities.

Session 3 | Resume 101

Presenters: Michael McCarthy ‘93, VP for HR & Talent Engagement at The WorkPlace, Inc.

Resumes are a critical component in the job search process; however, many people are
excluded due to poor formatting, outdated style, or a resume that does not connect to the employers’ needs. This workshop will provide guidance on how to develop an effective resume that grabs the reader’s attention and lands interviews. The presentation will cover modern resume aesthetics, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to make a great first impression on paper.