1992-1993 Academic Catalog

Career Services The Career Services office seeks to assist students in translating abilities, values, and aspirations into a plan of action for sound career decisions and employment. Career Services has workshops which explore such topics as self-assessment, job search techniques, resume writing, interviewing, and evaluating job offers. Interest inventory tests and a computer-assisted career development program are available to help students in determining majors and occupations. The office maintains a career library with job search information, company files for researching job opportunities, and graduate school catalogs. The course COLL-400 Employment Strategies addresses topics relative to the job search. Available to all juniors and seniors during the fall and winter quarters, it offers one quarter hour of credit which may be applied toward graduation. A complete description of the course is listed in the Interdisciplinary Studies section of the catalog. Three special events, Career Day in October, Nurse Recruiting Day in November, and the Christian School Recruitment Conference in February, are held each year to provide the opportunity for prospective ~mployers to meet with students. Potential employers also visit the College for individual on-campus recruiting days. Students who register with the office are placed in a job-match data base program to which employers around the country have access. Students specifically interested in Midwest placements may participate in Resume Link, a program which serves that region. The office maintains credential files for all education majors and provides registered seniors and alumni with a reference/credential service. Existing employment opportunities are listed in biweekly job bulletins. The College recognizes that most students solidify career goals during the collegiate experience. The Career Services office endeavors to assist in this process by maintaining a library of pertinent information concerning career opportunities, providing testing and Career counseling in which students are acquainted with the career decision making process. Counseling Services The Counseling Service provides a place where students can find understanding, encouragement, and counsel as they deal with personal, interpersonal, and spiritual concerns. Counselors are available to discuss personal problems, self-appraisal, decision-making, relationships, preparation for marriage, spiritual growth, and a variety of other concerns. Support groups are formed as needed. This service, for which students pay no additional charge, is provided by appointment. In the case of a crisis, the service is provided as needed. In addition, the vice president for Christian Student Life 19 ministries, faculty members, and staff members provide counsel and guidance to students. Faculty advisors are particularly prepared to assist students in program and course selection. Vehicles Freshmen with grade point averages of 2.50 or higher may bring motor vehicles to the College after their first quarter. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors must maintain a 2.00 cumulative grade point average to retain the privilege of having a motor vehicle at the College. SIG! Plus helps students who are unsure of their career choices to learn more about themselves and career options.