🚀 Spotlight on the Career Readiness Learning Hub

Career prep doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Augustana’s Career Readiness Learning Hub makes it easy to build the skills employers are looking for, on your schedule, in a format that works for you.

Powered by Udemy Business, the Hub offers curated learning paths built around the eight career readiness competencies: Career & Self-Development, Communication, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Professionalism, Technology, Teamwork, and Equity & Inclusion.


🎯 What You’ll Find in the Hub

  • Curated Udemy courses → Short, engaging lessons designed to fit into your busy life.
  • Skills that matter → Everything is aligned with what employers say they want most in new hires.
  • Practical takeaways → Build confidence, sharpen your communication, and gain tools you can use in class, jobs, and internships.

âš¡ How to Get Started

  1. Visit the Career Readiness Learning Hub.
  2. Choose a learning path that matches your current goals.
  3. Watch a course (or part of one) and note how you can apply it.
  4. Share your learning—add it to your Viking Score, resume, or LinkedIn profile.

💡 Why It Matters

The skills you gain today are the ones that set you apart tomorrow. By using the Career Readiness Learning Hub, you’re not only preparing for your next opportunity, you’re proving that you’re adaptable, motivated, and ready to lead.

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development