Graduate/Professional School

Each year about 40% of students graduating from Augustana College head directly to graduate/professional school.  In Career Development & Vocation we consider graduate/professional school a stepping stone along the way to achieving an initial career goal.  Whether you are considering graduate/professional school or you are certain that is your next step, we’ve provided some resources to guide you through the process.

So What Is Viking Score?!?!

Click to see what each step of Viking Score consists of and what activities are associated with each stage!

Make an appointment with a Career Mentor OR Career Coach to get your Viking Score journey started!!

By Claire Martino
Claire Martino
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10 tips to make the most of your college career fair

All the advice you need to succeed before, during, and after your career fair.

Original from Handshake Blog.

Career fairs offer many opportunities to advance your career search. It’s a chance to practice your networking skills and get comfortable having …

By Minh Nguyen
Minh Nguyen
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Check Out The Employers for the Career Expo!!

Curious what employers are coming to the 2023 Career Expo?!?!

Take a look so you can be prepared and streamline your career fair experience!

By Claire Martino
Claire Martino
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Empower Your Career Journey with SkillsFirst: AI-Powered Tools and Guidance for Augustana College Students

I’m excited to introduce you to SkillsFirst, a state-of-the-art service tailored just for you. SkillsFirst combines the power of artificial intelligence with invaluable career tools to propel your job search efforts and align you with the perfect role.

Here’s what …

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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BRAINSTORM YOUR PERSONAL STATEMENT

Stuck on your Personal Statement? Check out our brainstorming guide!
 Don’t forget to make an appointment with a career coach to further review your Personal Statement!

By Minh Nguyen
Minh Nguyen
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Law School Comparison Worksheet

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Viking Connections

Kristi Moynihan

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Illinois, Chicago
  • Academic Operations Administrator for Masters programs in Art Education and Art Therapy School of the Art Institute of Chicago
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Contact & Location

Phone
309-794-7339
Address

Olin Center
639 38th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office is Open Drop-Ins
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Drop-in topics include:

  • Resume & Cover Letter Review
  • Resume & Cover Letter Writing
  • Viking Score Overview
  • LinkedIn Headshot Photo
  • Career Resources Overview