Thursday, November 12th from 4:15 – 5:15 pm in the Forum, ELC. All students, faculty and staff are welcome. Interested in hearing perspectives and insights on the current job market and economy? Join us for an hour-long discussion featuring four University Trustees who will talk about trends, hiring patterns and relevant information pertaining to the current market conditions and the economic outlook. Panelists include: Kenneth W. Freeman, ’72, Chair of the Board (Partner, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.) Robert J. Gamgort, ‘84 (CEO, Pinnacle Foods) J. Randall MacDonald, P’02 (Senior Vice President and Head of Global Human Resources, IBM) James […]

If you’ve seen Mad Men then you may think you already have some industry insight into advertising but now is your chance to get first hand insight into the world of Advertising! Alumna, KEIKO KURAKAWA ’01 from TBWA CHIAT DAY will be available for your questions via teleconference open discussion. Join the conversation: Tomorrow, November 5th @ Noon in ELC 246 Part of our new series of teleconferences called “Industry Insight” that will spotlight alumni from various organizations for 45 minutes. The focus of these brief sessions will for sharing personal experiences, career paths, and job search/industry advice. Presenter: TBWA […]

Econ and Math Alumni Panel, November 2nd at 5 pm in LC 301. Graduates of the Econ and Math departments will share their work experiences.

Bucknell Alumni who have moved on from our stages to stages across the country share their experience and advice on directing and performance careers. The panel will be followed by a chance to meet the alums in a Halloween reception hosted by the Theatre Department Club, Cap and Dagger 2.0.

We are commemorating our 125th anniversary of co-education by holding a special celebration and symposium during Homecoming Weekend. Here’s a quick snippet of some of the events and Alumni Career Panels scheduled for the weekend; for a full list of details visit the 125 Celebration page Friday, October 23rd: Paving Their Own Way: Entrepreneurship – 11:00 – 12:00pm, ELC Forum This panel showcases the creativity and ingenuity of some of our graduates who have been successful entrepreneurs. Panelists include Susan Penecale Zolla ‘68, Frank Davis ‘82, Anne Seibold Drapeau ’88 (moderator), and Debra Zapotocky Rizzi ‘94. Work-Life Fit – 11-00 […]

Homecoming weekend is just upon us and Alumni Relations & Career Services is taking advantage of the returning alumni…now it’s YOUR TURN. Here is a snapshot of the myriad of career events featuring many alums that we are offering: Thursday, October 22 Bucknell Finance Network (BFN) Investment Roundtable @ 7:30 p.m. in the ELC Forum (B-Link Access Event) Friday, October 23 From the Bucknell Stage to the Hollywood Backlot: A Conversation with Director Robert Mandel ’67 @ 2 pm in the Harvey Powers Theatre Alumni Panel: Bucknell Health Network (BHN) Panel & Reception @ 2:30 pm in the ELC Gallery […]

Award-winning film and TV director Robert Mandel ’67, will host an open forum about his journey from Bucknell to Hollywood. He’ll review clips from his film and television productions, share tips on the film industry and take Q&A. Join us for this “insider view!” Open to the campus community. Friday, October 23 2-3 p.m. Harvey Powers Theatre Mr. Mandel is currently Dean of the American Film Institute Conservatory and his film credits include FX, School Ties, Big Shots, and The Substitute. He has also directed numerous television movies for HBO, Fox, ESPN, Lifetime and A&E, as well as episodic television […]

That’s right… Love It or Leave It! Saturday, October 24TH Center Room, ELC 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.; Refreshments Served Join us over Homecoming and a chance to participate in a unique career development exclusively from The Harvard Business School (HBS), known as the 100 Jobs Exercise. This exercise will be led by our very own alumna Michele Matz Biamonte ’94, Harvard MEd ’05 and it is designed to help individuals identify their unique career interests and re-energize anyone who feels stuck in the job search process. Open to all students and alumni; Refreshments will be served. Students are encouraged to […]

The Bucknell Finance Network (BFN) Annual Investment Roundtable is on Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Forum of the Elaine Langone Center (ELC); for a list of panelists, attendees and to register for the event. The Bucknell Health Network (BHN) Panel is Friday, Oct. 23, at 2:30 p.m. in the ELC Gallery Theater. Drop by the ELC Arches Lounge for a reception from 4–6 p.m. The Bucknell Law Network (BLN) Discussion and Breakfast is Saturday, Oct. 24, is 8:30–10:30 a.m. in McDonnell Lounge; sign up on the BRIDGE recommended All events count towards B-Link Access For a list […]

Interested in international studies, international trade, or international development? Join us for an International Relations alumni career panel and hear alumni share their background and experiences… Q&A to follow…Friday, October 23, 5:00 pm, Gallery Theatre

Monday, October 19, 5:30 pm, Bucknell Hall
Alumni panelists will speak about their internships and work experiences in communications and the arts, including art galleries and Sotheby’s Art Auction House in New York City and WHYY National Public Radio in Philadelphia.

We are excited to introduce a new series of teleconferences called “Industry Insight” that will spotlight alumni from various organizations for 45 minutes over the Noon hour or early evening. The focus of these brief sessions will for sharing personal experiences, career paths, and job search / industry advice. Dialogue will be driven by your prepared questions!

Wednesday, September 30th in ELC 217 Info Session – 5:00 – 6:30pm Case Workshop – 7:00 – 8:30pm Consultants and Alumni from Deloitte Consulting will be on campus to give some general information about their organization AND present a workshop on case interviewing.

Investment Banking Event: 10/6, 6-7pm, ELC 217 , Refreshments Provided We will be providing an overview of Investment Banking for those interested in learning more about the industry, as well as discussing the available financial analyst positions at Signal Hill as a potential career opportunity. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer session, as well as an opportunity to meet top members of the Signal Hill team. This event is open to all students, but those interviewing with Signal Hill are strongly encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be provided. Company Description: Signal Hill Capital Group provides investment […]

This Friday, September 25 at 5:00 in BIOL 104, Dr. David Janda ’80 will be giving a talk on Tips for Interviewing for Medical School. This will be relevant not only for medical school, but for any of the health professions graduate schools. Dr. Janda has done this in the past with great success, and had graciously offered to present once again. If you are able, I would highly recommend that you try to make it – especially if you will be interviewing this fall or spring!