Published: Nov. 16, 2020

This week brings the Virtual Housing Expo, career development workshops, session on having difficult conversations, DIY holiday cards and embroidery hoops, freeÌýactivities at The Rec and more.

All week

Virtual Housing Expo

Nov. 16–20 Virtual
Attend the free fall Virtual Housing Expo to meet with off-campus property managers, city offices and vendors. Property managers and vendors will have videos and presentations pre-recorded for students to watch,Ìýand will have scheduled times to meet virtually with students and share information about their respective properties.


Monday, Nov. 16

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10–10:45 p.m.ÌýÌýVirtualÌý
Learn what it is like to work in real jobs! Tune in to this live informational interview with a working professional and ask your questions about their job, how they got started and any advice about how to start preparing for the future.Ìý


Tuesday, Nov. 17

Noon to 2Ìýp.m. ÌýUMC
Learn how to prepare for challenging conversations through the Kognito program.

5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýVirtual
Connect with other ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ students and write a letter or card to community members who may be in need of some connection and cheer during this time. No experience or prior knowledge is required to participate; just bring yourself and your openness to connect with others in our community.Ìý


Wednesday, Nov. 18

2–4 p.m.ÌýÌýVirtual
Join to write gratitude notes and celebrate friendship.Ìý

3 p.m. ÌýVirtual
Attention all masters and doctoral students:ÌýJoin Career Services for this seminar to learn about beginning your industry job search. This week’s topic will be negotiation and seminar wrap-up.

6 p.m. ÌýVirtual
All you crafty Buffs out there: Join the Center for Student Involvement for DIY Night! Pick up the materials for a craft, then tune in to watch the virtual craft night together.ÌýEach participant will need to RSVP in advance and coordinate a time to pick up their craft kit from CSI (UMC 330). Limited to the first 15–20 students to register, so register now!


Thursday, Nov. 19Ìý

9 a.m. ÌýVirtual
Join the Graduate School and Career Services as we bring together talented alumni at a variety of career stages to talk about their experiences in the world of work. Learn "what's next" for the job market and life after grad school. Ìý


Friday, Nov. 20

Fri-Yay Nights: Crafts and hot chocolate

5–7 p.m. ÌýVirtual
Take time out of your week to relax and craft with your peers on Zoom. Register for the event, and you will receive an email with instructions on how to pick up craft supplies and a mug with hot cocoa goodies.

Weekend activities at The Rec

6–9 p.m. ÌýRec Center
Reserve a spot to shoot some hoops with a couple of friends, or join your fellow Buffs at the climbing gym for some bouldering!