Liberal Arts Career Week (LACW), happening Feb. 23-27, offers students an opportunity to network, receive guidance and get questions answered, such as, “What can I do with this major?”
Students can connect with peers, faculty and alumni to prepare for their future careers.
“It’s a week where we create programming dedicated to careers and helping students with their future plans after they graduate,” said Sam Walters, director of advising and student success in Liberal Arts. “The reason we started Career Week is to help students bridge the gap between what they study in the classroom and learn how they can translate those skills to the working world.”
Attending events during Liberal Arts Career Week can help students identify possible career paths, translate skills into employer language, access resources and build confidence.
Student Phillip Wozniewski, a senior majoring in philosophy, encourages students to attend the events because they have opportunities to learn a variety of new skills in a relaxed environment.
Wozniewski sees LACW as a peek into the services provided by the Liberal Arts Career Office and a way to build one’s network. He encouraged students not to hesitate to ask questions.
Anneka Scott, a Liberal Arts career consultant, also encourages students to attend.
“No matter what year you are or where you are in your academic or even career journey, it is literally never too early to start preparing for your career,” Scott said.
When planning the week, Scott said she wanted to ensure there was a low barrier to engagement for each event, increasing accessibility. Events were designed so students can stop by briefly rather than attend an entire session, and virtual options are available.
Scott, Walters and Wozniewski agree students will benefit from attending events, even if they do not think a session applies to them. They encourage students to take advantage of career resources available on campus.
Below is more information about each event.
- Monday, Feb. 23
- 4:30-6 p.m. | Campus Center Atrium | LACW Kickoff with Liberal Arts Student Council: Start Liberal Arts Career Week with the Liberal Arts Student Council. Join for snacks, games and tabling to learn about liberal arts student organizations and ways to get involved on campus. This event offers a low-pressure way to connect and meet new people while kicking off the week.
- Tuesday, Feb. 24
- 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Cavanaugh Hall Media Studio, CA 446 | Picture Your Future: Professional Headshots: Need a professional headshot for LinkedIn, a portfolio or job applications? Get a high-quality photo taken at no cost. Each session lasts 15 minutes, and RSVPs are required.
- Dress code: Business casual attire. No sweats, T-shirts or shirts with logos or writing. Avoid white, busy patterns and bright colors.
- RSVP: https://events.iu.edu/liberalarts-indianapolis/event/2160900-picture-your-future-professional-headshot-sessions
- Noon-12:45 p.m. | Zoom | Get Your Resume Read by a Human: Optimize Your Resume for ATS: Learn how to optimize your resume to pass applicant tracking systems, often referred to as ATS, and reach a human recruiter. Many companies use ATS software to filter resumes before they are reviewed by hiring managers. This session will cover strategies to improve your chances of securing an interview.
- Zoom link: https://iu.zoom.us/my/meredithrichel
- 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Campus Center 305 | So You Want to Be a Lawyer: Learn about law school applications and legal careers with campus pre-law adviser Shana Stump, J.D., current law students and attorneys. The session will cover practical considerations for law school applications and preparation for legal careers.
- 3-4 p.m. | ePortfolios on the Five: This foundational session introduces students to ePortfolios and how they support academic and professional development. Participants can explore and begin building their ePortfolio with the ePortfolio Studio team.
- 3-4 p.m. | Campus Center 305 | Nail the Interview with Mr. Mike: Sharpen interview skills and build confidence for job, internship or graduate school interviews. This session focuses on strategies to make a lasting impression on employers.
- Wednesday, Feb. 25
- 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Creatives Career Week Networking Lunch: This networking lunch connects digital media and creative technology undergraduate students from IU Luddy Indianapolis, IU Herron Indianapolis, IU Kelley Indianapolis and IU Indianapolis Liberal Arts with industry professionals.
- Note: Open to undergraduate majors only.
- RSVP: https://events.iu.edu/event/1782433-creatives-career-week-networking-lunch
- 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Cavanaugh Hall, Second Floor Lobby | Meet the Employer: Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation: Representatives will share part-time, seasonal, full-time and summer internship opportunities. Positions are posted on Handshake.
- Noon-1 p.m. | Cavanaugh Hall, Second Floor Lobby | Resume Review Drop-ins: No appointment needed. Stop by for resume feedback, whether starting from scratch or refining a final draft.
- 1:30-3 p.m. | Campus Center 307 | LHSI Application Info Session: Learn about the Life-Health Sciences Internship program for first- and second-year IU Indianapolis students. Applications for the 2026-27 school year are due by 8 a.m. March 11.
- More information: go.iu.edu/lhsi
- 2-4 p.m. | Speaker’s Lab, CA001G | Virtual Reality Interviewing Drop-ins: Practice interview skills in an immersive virtual reality setting designed to simulate real-world interviews.
- Thursday, Feb. 26
- Noon-12:45 p.m. | Zoom | Pivoting Careers as an Adult Student: This session focuses on changing career paths, assessing skills and marketing previous work experience toward a new career direction.
- Zoom link: https://iu.zoom.us/my/meredithrichel
- 1-2:30 p.m. | Cavanaugh Hall, CA 508 | Student Spotlight: Internship Chat: Liberal Arts students who have completed internships will discuss how to find, apply for and succeed in internships.
- Featured students include Tara Callahan, Christopher Rodriguez Romero, Atiya Smith, Ashley Vega and Darius Lewis.
- 1-4 p.m. | Cavanaugh Hall Media Studio, CA 446 | Picture Your Future: Professional Headshots: Professional headshots available by RSVP.
- Dress code: Business casual attire. No sweats, T-shirts or shirts with logos or writing. Avoid white, busy patterns and bright colors.
- RSVP: https://events.iu.edu/liberalarts-indianapolis/event/2160902-picture-your-future-professional-headshot-sessions
- 3-4 p.m. | CA 008E | ePortfolio Emerging Expertise: An advanced workshop for students developing ePortfolios, particularly in capstone courses.
- 4-5 p.m. | Herron School of Art, Room 122 | Imposter Syndrome Workshop: Hear from IU Indianapolis alumni in the digital media and creative arts industries. Snacks and soft drinks will be provided.
- Friday, Feb. 27
- 10-11:30 a.m. | 8475 Nightfall Lane, Suite 200, Fishers, Indiana | Field Trip Friday: Found Search Marketing: Visit Found Search Marketing, a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, paid search and analytics. Students will learn about careers in marketing, communications and data strategy.
- Transportation details will be shared with registered students.
- RSVP: https://events.iu.edu/event/2172598-field-trip-friday-found-search-marketing
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