This is a GREAT chance to NETWORK and learn some amazing insights that you can use on your next job interview!

Tuesday, March  30 @ 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Coleman 120 Lisanna Gonzalez spent two years in the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic (2004-2006).  Her presentation will share her experience working with two other Peace Corps volunteers in the community of Gualate located in the mountains of the Northern Province of Puerta Plata.  The focus of this work was on: bringing clean water to the community, improving public health, health education for women and youth (HIV/AIDS, STD’s), women’s self-esteem and empowerment, environmental sustainability, and creating a micro-credit bank. She has a B.S. degree in Applied Sociology from Santa Clara University. […]

Returned Peace Corps Volunteers Panel Wednesday, February 24 5:00 – 6:30pm Bertrand Library Traditional Reading Room Refreshments will be served. FACTS about Peace Corps at Bucknell: Bucknell ranks 21st among the nation’s colleges and universities with less than 5,000 undergraduates. Since 1961, more than 240 graduates from Bucknell University have served in the Peace Corps. Panelists include: Mary Jean Moser, Circulation Services Team Leader, Library & IT, served in the Peace Corps in the Republic of Kiribati (pronounced “Kiri-bess”) from 1979 to 1981. Robert Rosenberg, Assistant Professor of English, served in the Peace Corps in Kyrgyzstan from 1994 to 1996. […]

If you don’t like something change it; If you can’t change it, change the way you think about it. – Mary Engelbreit The Student Leadership Institute – Saturday, February 20 The Student Leadership Institute is a half-day conference that welcomes alumni back to Bucknell to share their knowledge and experience regarding leadership with current Bucknell students. In its sixth year, the Institute aims to educate and challenge students on the way they think about leadership and to critically reflect on how they can use their skills in today’s society. Session topics and speakers include: Motivation: Laurel Ziegler ’99, Manager of […]

Interested in law? Join us for a complimentary lunch and panel discussion with three attorneys who have decades of collective experience. Thursday, February 11 Noon- 1:oo p.m., Lunch will be served ELC Walls Lounge RSVP by February 8, Space is limited Featuring Panelists: Alan Mark Grochal ’74 Tydings & Rosenberg, Partner and Chair of Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy Department Specialty: Creditors’ Rights, Bankruptcy Lisa G. Pelta P’12, Cornell ’83 Harter Secrest & Emery LLP, Counsel Specialty: Employee benefits, with expertise analyzing and negotiating pension plan investments and contract issues George A. Tsougarakis ‘83 Hughes Hubbard & Reid LLP, Partner Specialty: […]

Join the BFN for a Student Panel on Wednesday, November 18t at 5:30pm in the ELC Forum. 5 students, who have interned in the financial industry, will be sharing their insights on the industry from the perspective of peers who have experienced it. Student panelists include: Zach Allen, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Investment Banking Courtney McCarthy, UBS, Wealth Management Mike Wagner, KeyBanc Capital Markets, Sales&Trading Carlin Calcaterra, Goldman Sachs, Investment Management Penton Mott, Goldman Sachs, Operations

Thursday, December 3, 2009 5:30-8:00 pm Lord & Taylor, New York; Transportation provided! Spots are limited; Sign up by December 1st on the BRIDGE Panelist Include: Steve Prentiss P’10 – Johnson & Johnson Wil Fang ’05 – Polo Ralph Lauren Mike Marquis ’96 Johnson & Johnson More to be announced – check the Bridge for updates Hear from alumni and parents currently working in different consumer products branches (demand, supply and support), get essential information about the current industry trends and an overview of their areas of expertise followed by a chance to network! REGISTER NOW! Transportation provided –a bus, […]

During Homecoming I had the great opportunity to attend a panel discussion that was sponsored by the 125 years of co-education celebration. It was an amazing panel with outstanding alumni–all with different points of view, industries, passions, but 1 thing in common: the desire and fortitude to become a successful entrepreneur. This panel should not have been missed but alas it was…by many. The information was so good that I decided that I should share some snippets. The best pieces of advise that I gleaned from this panel are as follows: Network: Take advantage and use the opportunities you have […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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.