Vocational Exploration

Have you ever asked yourself: What should I do when I grow up?  How can I do something that makes a difference in the world? Am I choosing the right major? Am I being the best person for my family? If you have, you have thought about vocation. 

Vocation is living your life in an intentional way that honors your own flourishing and the good of the community. It includes the whole life of a person and is not simply a single occupation or moment in time

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Post Grad Service Option: International Service

NPH (Nuestros  Pequeños Hermanos): NPH transforms the lives of thousands of children and families throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. With the help of people across the world, we provide homes, health services, and educational programs in …

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Pizza with A Purpose: Featuring Xong Sony

ALIVE Reflection by: Graham Hunt

At 5pm on Sunday, November 12th, Xong Sony Yang, a daughter of refugees, first-gen college student, a “rebellious daughter”, and Hmong-English Interpreter — not to mention, Song Sony is the Director of Augustana College’s Office …

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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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 many times paid experiences with travel, lodging, and food covered by the program.

Pay ranges anywhere from $2,000 to $8,000 …

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Viking Score: Exploration

Viking Score Activities focused on EXPLORATION

These activities have been proven to move students through the first step of career development referred to as exploration.

Viking Score points are awarded for a mix of individual activities that may include worksheets, …

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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