Please note the various due dates and amount
of seminar credit hours. (Click here for additional online activity
selection list.)
| ACTIVITY |
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY |
MUST BE COMPLETED BY |
SEMINAR CREDIT |
| Cover Letter** |
Sample cover letter available in the handbook on pg. 25. Turn in typed cover letter to our office. Full credit is not guaranteed. If submitted by October 20, 2008, you will have the opportunity to redo and resubmit. |
November 3 , 2008
No late papers accepted |
1 hour |
| Resume** |
See resume instructions, worksheet, and sample in handbook on pg. 26 -29. Turn in your typed resume to WE Office. For purposes of grading for this class, your resume needs to be in compliance with the guidelines on pages 26 - 29. Full credit is not guaranteed. If submitted by October 20, 2008, you will have the opportunity to redo and resubmit.
|
November 3 , 2008
No late papers accepted
|
2 hours |
CAREER CENTER:
Computer Guidance Program |
Career Exploration: Using one of the computerized programs Eureka or Discover. (Can only receive 1 hour for Career Exploration). |
November 17, 2008 |
1 hour |
| Internet: Use book-marked sites to explore financial aid, school information, and career guidance.
For details and/or appointments visit the Career Center in 1430 Bussman Hall/Santa Rosa or the Work Experience Office in the A&R Lobby, Petaluma Campus. |
November 17, 2008 |
1 hour |
| Informational Interview** |
Pick up worksheet from the WE office. |
November 17 , 2008 |
1 hour |
| Other On-Campus Seminars |
Pick up the Seminar Prior Approval form in the office. Requires written request approval prior to attendance and a written report submitted after attending to receive credit. |
November 17 , 2008 |
Maximum of 2 hours per seminar |
| Off-Campus Seminars |
Pick up the Seminar Prior Approval form in the office or on the WE website. Requires written request approval prior to attendance and a written report submitted after attending to receive credit. |
November 17 , 2008 |
Maximum of 6 hours per seminar |
| Program Evaluation** |
See pg. 31-32 in Handbook or view online. Do not turn in before 2nd meeting with your Instructor.
|
December 5 , 2008 |
1 hour |
| ** You may do this activity or the online version of it. You may NOT do both. |
To participate in self-paced, online activities,
see the menu of activities below; follow the link to begin the activities.
NO CREDIT AFTER DEADLINE.
| ONLINE ACTIVITY |
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY |
COMPLETE BY |
SEMINAR CREDIT |
| Online Cover Letter** |
Sample cover letters are available on the Web site. To receive credit,
your cover letter must be sent electronically. Full
credit is not guaranteed. If submitted byOctober 20, 2008, you will have the opportunity to redo and re-submit.
Cover Letter
Submission
Note: you may do either hard copy resume/cover letter or online resume/cover
letter. NOT both. |
November 3 , 2008
No late papers accepted
Your resume/cover letter will be graded and returned to you within 5 business days
|
1 hour |
| Online Resume** |
See resume instructions and samples on Web site. To receive credit,
your resume must be sent electronically. Full credit
is not guaranteed. If submitted by October 20, 2008, you will have the opportunity to redo and re-submit.
Resume Submission
|
November 3 , 2008
No late papers accepted |
2 hours |
Informational
Interview** |
This activity will guide you in conducting an informational interview.
Informational Interview |
Novembe 17 , 2008 |
1 hour |
| Virtual Interview |
During this activity you will be accessing information on interviewing through the website monster.com. You will participate in a “virtual interview” where you will be asked questions and asked to respond to multiple-choice questions.
Virtual Interview |
November 17 , 2008 |
1 hour |
Self-Assessment
and Career Research Activity |
Find an occupation that fits your personality and style. This activity
will allow you to assess your abilities, talents, needs, values, and
interests.
Self Assessment
and Career Research Activity |
November 17 , 2008 |
1 hour |
| Soft Skills |
Soft Skills are the buzzword used in the work environment today.
What are they and do you need to work on yours? This activity will lead
you through a variety of online activities to educate you on soft skills
(dealing with conflict, negotiating, communication, teamwork, and problem
solving) and how to improve yours.
Soft Skills
|
November 17 , 2008 |
1 hour |
| Special Interest Report |
What affects you in the workplace? Are you transitioning to a new
career? Are you balancing work and family? Are you looking for a new
job? This activity will allow you to choose from several online activities
that deal with the hot topics facing the workforce today.
Special Interest
Report |
November 17 , 2008 |
2 hours |
| Program Evaluation** |
See pg. 31-32 in Handbook or visit the WE website. Do not turn in before 2nd meeting with your Instructor.
Program Evaluation
Work Experience Handbook PDF |
December 5 , 2008 |
1 hour |
| ** You may do this online activity or the “hard copy” version of it. You may NOT do both. |
