Graduate Students

This week’s Viking Connectors: Physician & Worker in Human Resources

Perhaps the most useful way to learn what a career is all about is to find someone doing that career and connect with them.  Augustana Colleges has more than 10,000 alumni active on LinkedIn and 96 of them have signed …

By Nicole Grafon
Nicole Grafon
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This week’s Viking Connectors: Behavioral Ecologist and Marine Biologist & Career and Leadership Coach and Principal

Perhaps the most useful way to learn what a career is all about is to find someone doing that career and connect with them.  Augustana Colleges has more than 10,000 alumni active on LinkedIn and 96 of them have signed …

By Nicole Grafon
Nicole Grafon
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HOW TO MAKE A STRONG FIRST IMPRESSION AT A CAREER FAIR

Learn how to make yourself stand out at a career fair!

By Minh Nguyen
Minh Nguyen
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This week’s Viking Connectors: Business Owner & High School Special Education Teacher

Perhaps the most useful way to learn what a career is all about is to find someone doing that career and connect with them.  Augustana Colleges has more than 10,000 alumni active on LinkedIn and 96 of them have signed …

By Nicole Grafon
Nicole Grafon
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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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Career Resources

LinkedIn: Step-by-Step Guide to Finding Jobs & Internships →

Step 1: Go to the Jobs Tab

On your LinkedIn homepage, click on the Jobs icon at the top. This …

Accessing LinkedIn Learning

Augustana has a subscription to LinkedIn Learning. To access this resource you will need to link your LinkedIn account to the …

Build Your LinkedIn Profile

When it comes to creating a LinkedIn profile specifically tailored for college students, the focus should be on making a …

How to Write a Strong LinkedIn Headline & Profile Summary

Instead of just your job title, craft a headline that highlights your skills, interests, or what you’re currently seeking.

Tips …

LinkedIn Photo

CORE Commons: Weekdays 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Your LinkedIn profile picture is a key part of your online presence. Research shows …

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Viking Connections

Stephanie Aeschliman

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Greater Chicago Area, IL
  • Science Teacher Noble Street College Prep
Meet Stephanie

Alex Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Chicago, IL
  • Admissions Representative Chamberlain University
Meet Alex

Michael Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Partnerships & Business Development Uber Health
Meet Michael

John Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • IL
  • Vice President Product Innovation Utica National Insurance Group
Meet John

Tyler Andrews

Alumni, Community Experts
  • VA
  • Flight Attendant United Airlines
Meet Tyler

Teresa Anguiano

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Greater Chicago Area, IL
  • Field Application Scientist Nemocell
Meet Teresa

Kassidy Belcher

Alumni, Community Experts, Faculty
  • Rock Island, IL
  • Admissions Counselor Augustana College
Meet Kassidy

Jen Bevington

Alumni, Community Experts
  • San Francisco Bay Area, CA
  • Educational Equity Professional Sonoma State University
Meet Jen
  • Chicago, IL
  • wholesale credit analytics The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Meet Andy

Lindsey Cannata

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Roselle, IL
  • certified financial planner J.P. Cannata & Associates
Meet Lindsey

John Dreixler

Alumni, Community Experts
  • IL
  • biomedical researcher and studies biomarkers Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrom (ARDS) and University of Chicago
Meet John

John Feehan

Alumni, Community Experts
  • East Moline, IL
  • dentist Illini Dental Associates in East Moline
Meet John

Skill Building Courses

Revit: Construction Modeling Tools

Taught by Paul F. Aubin
If your job requires working on Revit models created by someone else, then you have probably run into situations where…

Nano Tips for Managers Giving Difficult Feedback with Tatiana Kolovou and Brenda Bailey-Hughes

Taught by Brenda Bailey Hughes
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this installment, Tatiana…

Developing Your Leadership Philosophy

Taught by Mike Figliuolo
If you want your team to trust you as a leader, it’s important to articulate who you are, what you…

Urbanized

Taught by Gary Hustwit
Urbanized is a documentary about the design of cities. It looks at the issues and strategies behind urban design and…

Yo Santosa, Branding Expert

Taught by Yolanda Santosa
Yo Santosa took a big leap when she decided to quit her job as a motion graphics artist. But her…

Learning to Write Marketing Copy

Taught by Ian Lurie
Copy is the heart and soul of almost every marketing endeavor. Get a great foundation for all your campaigns with…

Getting Things Done

Taught by David Allen
Join world-renowned productivity and time management expert David Allen as he walks you through his five-step process for Getting Things…

Breaking Out of a Rut

Taught by Stefan Mumaw
Ever feel like you’re in a rut? Most people have experienced a rut, whether it manifests as a lack of…

Copyright for Photographers: Rights and Releases

Taught by Carolyn E. Wright
The intersection of photography and law is a complex place. What are your rights as a photographer? Where and what…

Copyright for Photographers

Taught by Carolyn E. Wright
The intersection of photography and law is a complex place. At one of those crossroads lies copyright. Many photographers aren’t…

Influencing Others

Taught by John Ullmen
Ever had trouble persuading someone to do something, even if it was in their best interest? Sometimes people don’t budge,…

Creative Inspirations: Troika Design Group, Design and Branding Agency

Taught by Troika Design Group
Ever wonder who’s behind those cool identity graphics on broadcast and cable TV networks? Come take a peek behind the…

Jonah Berger on Viral Marketing

Taught by Jonah Berger
Why do some ideas spread while others fade away? Jonah Berger, PhD, professor of marketing at the Wharton School and…

Web Motion: Create an Animated Banner Ad

Taught by Tom Green
Learn to create a simple web banner with motion and interactivity. This installment of Web Motion for Beginners shows you…

Disrupting Yourself

Taught by Whitney Johnson
“Disruptors” secure a foothold by coming up with ideas and innovations that eventually upend their entire community or industry. Disrupting…

Michelle Kaufmann’s Platinum LEED Home Remodel: Start to Finish

Taught by Michelle Kaufmann
With home remodels, especially sustainable ones designed by architects like Michelle Kaufman, more square footage isn’t always the answer. Her…

Management Tips

Taught by Todd Dewett
In this series, Todd Dewett, PhD, shares the tips respected and motivated managers use to improve rapport, navigate tricky situations,…

Video Journalism: Storytelling Techniques

Taught by Jeff Sengstack
How you choose your shots, craft your story, and edit your footage is what draws attention to your videos. The…

Insights from a College Career Coach

Taught by Valerie Sutton
Are you feeling stuck in your current position, seeking a new one, or contemplating a career change? In this interview,…

Photography Foundations: Composition

Taught by Ben Long
Composition can make an interesting subject bland or make an ordinary subject appear beautiful. In this course, photographer and author…

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 (When Classes Are In Session)
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Drop-in topics include:

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