… Preparing for Commencement Preparing for Commencement Graduating is one huge accomplishment! Making all the arrangements for the pomp and circumstance of the actual commencement ceremony is another. Each May, SDSU hosts its annual commencement ceremony. Although there is no official ceremony at the end of other terms, the end of a semester still marks your official graduation date. …
… Student to Professional - A Challenging Transition The transition from university student to full-time professional is both exciting and challenging. The role of professional brings a new set of expectations and responsibilities. Leave your mark Make the most of your final year of college by doing your best work; professors will remember you and be eager to recommend you to employers. Start the job search early Update your resume and have it reviewed by faculty members in your field. Log into Handshake to schedule a resume review with a career educator. Search for jobs in Handshake and online sites related to your industry. Prepare to get your work done While a student, you may have had a couple of hours off between classes for coffee and conversation, but that will no longer be the case when you enter the professional world. The 40-hour work week becomes …