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Friday, February 2, 2024

Senior Day

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Take Your Future by Storm

Join other Georgia Southwestern seniors for a day dedicated to preparing graduating seniors for their futures after graduation. Senior Day will provide knowledge and opportunities for graduating seniors to feel confident about entering their career fields and do so successfully. Campus administrators, alumni, and local business owners will lead workshops throughout the day on topics such as resume building, interview skills, and social etiquette. Seniors will have the opportunity to take a free professional headshot, order their cap and gown, participate in a mock interview, and have their resume reviewed by an experienced professional. Professional business attire is requested.

Typical Workshop Session Schedule

Check-in
8:30am - 9:00am | Jackson Hall Lobby
Check in with the Department of First-Year Experience to receive a detailed schedule of events during Senior Day.

Professional Headshots
8:30am - 8:45am | Jackson Hall Lawn
Receive a professional headshot to use for your portfolio, resume, or social media account from University Relations' Sydney Scott.

Motivational Speech
9:00am - 9:45am | Jackson Hall
Join Mike Leeder, GSW Athletic director, as he discusses the ebbs and flows of a professional career and how to be prepared for the next opportunity that awaits!

Professional Headshots
9:45am – 10:00am | Jackson Hall Lawn
Receive a professional headshot for your portfolio, resume, or social media account from University Relations' Sydney Scott.

Applicant to Employee
10:00am - 10:45am | Canes Central, Room 107
Receive details about the application process, preparing for a new job, and an overview of the onboarding process presented by Dr. Mark Grimes, Associate Professor of Human Resources.

Mock Interviews
10:00am - 10:45am |Canes Central Lobby
Improve your interviewing skills and personal confidence with an optional mock interview.

Professional Headshots
10:45am - 11:00am | Canes Central Lawn
Receive a professional headshot to use for your portfolio, resume, or social media account from University Relations' Sydney Scott.

Resumes That Get You Noticed
11:00am - 11:45am | Canes Central, Room 111
View solid resume templates while understanding Power Words and how your resume should reflect your goals presented by Will Peterson, Client Executive with One Digital Insurance, Financial Services and HR Consulting.

Mock Interviews
11:00am - 11:45am | Canes Central Lobby
Improve your interviewing skills and personal confidence with an optional mock interview.

Professional Headshots
11:45am - 12:00pm | Canes Central Lawn
Receive a professional headshot to use for your portfolio, resume, or social media account from University Relations' Sydney Scott.

Grad Photoshoot
12:00pm - 2:00pm | Wheatley Administration Building Front Lawn
Get your senior pictures taken for free with a professional photographer on GSW's Front Lawn. Photo props will be provided, and feel free to bring your own. *By appointment only; Registrants will receive detailed information prior to the photoshoot. This event has met capacity and is no longer accepting registrants.

Information Tables

Various information tables will be setup in the Canes Central lobby to visit in between, before, and after sessions to offer valuable information about the graduate admissions process, cap and gowns, and becoming an involved alumni. You will also have the opportunity to have your resume reviewed, view internship opportunities, and thank a teacher for their efforts during your studies at Georgia Southwestern. 

Groups Present

  • Graduate Admissions
  • Alumni Affairs
  • Office of the Registrar
  • Student Accounts
  • Experiential Learning
  • Resume Review Committee