Explore this community for Prospective Students!

If you have joined us on campus recently for a Visit Day, this is a copy of the presentation we give on Career Development and Exploring Majors.


Exploring Majors for Undecided Students

Benefits of online learning

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, continuous learning has become essential for career growth and adaptation to industry changes. Fortunately, advancements in technology have made learning more accessible than ever through online platforms like LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, Forage, and others. …

By Sangamitra Shakya
Sangamitra Shakya
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Networking strategies

In today’s dynamic professional landscape, establishing a robust network is indispensable for career growth and advancement. Whether you’re a student embarking on your academic journey or a seasoned professional seeking new opportunities, networking remains a cornerstone of success. In this …

By Sangamitra Shakya
Sangamitra Shakya
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David Staples Augie Choice Reflection

David Staples is currently a Senior Psychology Major.

Wrongly convicted for a crime that he didn’t commit, David spent 29 years of his life in prison. Before the Innocence Project proved his innocence and David was released in 2022, he …

By Claire Martino
Claire Martino
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UnityPoint Coming to the Brew ☕️

Come check out UnityPoint Health in the Brew!! There are endless opportunities that offer a challenging, flexible and rewarding experience.

Hospital, clinical, home care, telehealth, and more!

Part-time, evening, and weekend openings are available.

Date: April 9th

Time: 11am -1pm

By Claire Martino
Claire Martino
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Research Revelations

Name: Fernanda Rubi

Major: Majoring in Political Science, Multimedia Journalism and Mass Communication, and Communication Studies

School Year: Senior

Hometown/Country: Managua, Nicaragua

Fun Fact: My two sisters and I share the same first name (Maria)

My Research

I Participated in …

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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Career Resources

If you have questions about any of the following areas, contact the person listed

Topic or Program
Key Contact
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Decoding Your Future

To further support your exploration and decision-making process, here are some valuable resources:

Signing up for emails and managing preferences is quick, easy and intuitive. Users simply select “Login” or “Signup” in the …

 Academic/Application Requirements:

Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students (REUs)

Research Experiences for Undergraduate Students or REUs for short are some of the most competitive in the nation and are …

The following courses should be completed by the end of the first year:

The following courses should be completed by …

Labor Market InsightsIn partnership withLightcast logo

Explore occupations by career categories and pathways and use real time labor market data to power your decision making.

First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Viking Connections

Daniel Allen

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Retired- Global Human Resources Director John Deere
Meet Daniel >

Morgan Anderson

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Quad Cities Metropolitan Area, Illinois
  • Geographer US Army Corps of Engineer
Meet Morgan >

Zubair Ansari

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Washington DC Baltimore Area
  • Executive Director Cancer Support Community - Washington, D.C.
Meet Zubair >

Sarah Bagley

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Glenview, Illinois
  • Human Resources Director Glenview Park District
Meet Sarah >

Marlisa Barrett

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Davenport, Iowa
  • Owner/Operator Swirl Wine Bar
Meet Marlisa >
Meet Alison >

Brittany Burk

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Champaign, Illinois
  • Speech-Language Pathologist Carle Foundation Hospital
Meet Brittany >

Leslie Carranza

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Stagehand Local 2
Meet Leslie >

Sarah Cermak

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • District Manager of Advocacy Centers Metro Nashville Public Schools
Meet Sarah >

Jenn Darby

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Iowa
  • Academic Advisor Eastern Iowa Community College
Meet Jenn >

Bryce Dibadj

Alumni, Community Experts
  • MD
  • Associate Veterinarian Pet+ER
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Dana Diedrick

Alumni, Community Experts
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Assistant Vice President, Financial Systems Kemper
Meet Dana >

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