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SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:A Modern Job Search for Experienced Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Searching for a job today requires more than submitting applications. Join this practical webinar to learn a proven 5-step framework that transforms your search from overwhelming to strategic.\n\nAs a Gallup-certified CliftonStrengths coach with extensive recruiting experience\, Damian Zikakis\, ’79\, will guide you through determining your focus\, crafting compelling marketing materials\, uncovering hidden opportunities\, and mastering interviews. You’ll discover how to leverage AI tools at every stage\, answer “Tell me about yourself” with impact\, and deploy networking strategies that actually work.\n\nWant to join a live demo? Bring your CliftonStrengths results ($25) and your resume\, and Damian will show you how to use your strengths to stand out! If you’re looking for a free alternative\, you can try the VIA Character Strengths Survey instead\, though the demo itself will focus on CliftonStrengths.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145556
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260327T085316
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T130000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:5 Ways to Fix Your Resume for Today’s Job Market
DESCRIPTION:In today’s competitive job market\, your resume needs to do more than list experience — it must quickly show your value\, pass applicant tracking systems (ATS)\, and capture attention in seconds. With hiring managers spending just 10-20 seconds on an initial scan\, a strong\, well-branded resume is essential.\n\nJoin certified career coach Hallie Crawford for a practical webinar where you’ll learn five key strategies to enhance your resume and stand out to both recruiters and hiring technology:\n\nFormatting: Create a clean\, modern layout that is easy for recruiters and ATS to scan.\nPersonal Branding: Clearly communicate the strengths and values that set you apart.\nProfile Summary: Craft a compelling opening that grabs attention immediately.\nRelevance: Tailor your resume efficiently for each role\, focusing on what to include and what to leave out.\nEmployment History: Present results-driven accomplishments that resonate\, even without metrics.\n\nWe will also discuss the role of cover letters in today’s hiring process\, including when they matter and how to use them effectively.\n\nDon’t let your resume hold you back. Join us to ensure it is working for you\, not against you!\n\nBonus: Attend live for a chance to win a free one-hour coaching session with Hallie! (Open to U‑M alumni only. Must attend live and stay through the end to be eligible.)
UID:147121-21900403@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147121
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260327T085613
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T130000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Recruited\, Not Applied To: What the Data Says About Getting Hired in 2026
DESCRIPTION:Most professionals still use LinkedIn the way they did five years ago\, and it’s costing them opportunities they do not even realize they are missing.\n\nIn this presentation\, career coach and alum Tristan Layfield\, ’10\, breaks down the latest with LinkedIn. You will learn why the traditional resume has been demoted\, how LinkedIn’s algorithm determines what recruiters see\, and what to post to increase your visibility with decision-makers.\n\nPractical\, data-backed\, and immediately applicable\, this LinkedIn strategy is built for today’s hiring landscape.\n\nBonus: Attend live for a chance to win a free one-hour coaching session with Tristan! (Open to U‑M alumni only. Must attend live and stay through the end to be eligible.)
UID:147122-21900404@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147122
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260417T142751
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives
DESCRIPTION:Our third course\, ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives\, continues the series with a deep dive into breakthroughs\, from life-saving cancer treatments to the future of athletic performance. You will get a front-row seat to the ideas\, people\, and partnerships behind Michigan innovation.\n\nDeveloped in partnership with Innovation Partnerships\, this four-part mini-course will explore how discoveries move from campus to real-world impact\, featuring topics such as HistoSonics ultrasound technology\, KOMZIFTI therapeutics\, OLED screen displays\, and GripFusion’s ForceBall.\n\nEach 60-minute virtual lecture includes a Q&A\, allowing you to learn alongside fellow Wolverines. Classes take place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m.\, beginning May 20 and concluding with an optional in-person field trip.
UID:147843-21902034@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147843
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Education,Engineering,Free,Information and Technology,Innovation Partnerships,Life-changing Education,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T190000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives
DESCRIPTION:Our third course\, ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives\, continues the series with a deep dive into breakthroughs\, from life-saving cancer treatments to the future of athletic performance. You will get a front-row seat to the ideas\, people\, and partnerships behind Michigan innovation.\n\nDeveloped in partnership with Innovation Partnerships\, this four-part mini-course will explore how discoveries move from campus to real-world impact\, featuring topics such as HistoSonics ultrasound technology\, KOMZIFTI therapeutics\, OLED screen displays\, and GripFusion’s ForceBall.\n\nEach 60-minute virtual lecture includes a Q&A\, allowing you to learn alongside fellow Wolverines. Classes take place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m.\, beginning May 20 and concluding with an optional in-person field trip.
UID:147843-21902035@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147843
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Education,Engineering,Free,Information and Technology,Innovation Partnerships,Life-changing Education,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260417T142751
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260603T190000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives
DESCRIPTION:Our third course\, ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives\, continues the series with a deep dive into breakthroughs\, from life-saving cancer treatments to the future of athletic performance. You will get a front-row seat to the ideas\, people\, and partnerships behind Michigan innovation.\n\nDeveloped in partnership with Innovation Partnerships\, this four-part mini-course will explore how discoveries move from campus to real-world impact\, featuring topics such as HistoSonics ultrasound technology\, KOMZIFTI therapeutics\, OLED screen displays\, and GripFusion’s ForceBall.\n\nEach 60-minute virtual lecture includes a Q&A\, allowing you to learn alongside fellow Wolverines. Classes take place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m.\, beginning May 20 and concluding with an optional in-person field trip.
UID:147843-21902036@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147843
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Education,Engineering,Free,Information and Technology,Innovation Partnerships,Life-changing Education,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T190000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives
DESCRIPTION:Our third course\, ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives\, continues the series with a deep dive into breakthroughs\, from life-saving cancer treatments to the future of athletic performance. You will get a front-row seat to the ideas\, people\, and partnerships behind Michigan innovation.\n\nDeveloped in partnership with Innovation Partnerships\, this four-part mini-course will explore how discoveries move from campus to real-world impact\, featuring topics such as HistoSonics ultrasound technology\, KOMZIFTI therapeutics\, OLED screen displays\, and GripFusion’s ForceBall.\n\nEach 60-minute virtual lecture includes a Q&A\, allowing you to learn alongside fellow Wolverines. Classes take place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m.\, beginning May 20 and concluding with an optional in-person field trip.
UID:147843-21902037@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147843
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Education,Engineering,Free,Information and Technology,Innovation Partnerships,Life-changing Education,Virtual
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DTSTAMP:20260327T090742
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260616T120000
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SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Alumni Perspectives on the Future of Work in Tech
DESCRIPTION:As the tech industry evolves\, so do expectations for professionals and leaders. Join an alumni-led panel featuring accomplished practitioners from across the tech ecosystem as they share insights on how the future of work is transforming roles\, leadership responsibilities\, and long-term career paths. Panelists will discuss how they navigate rapid change and what it takes to stay effective and relevant in a dynamic landscape.\n\nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nHow AI is reshaping roles\, decision-making\, and leadership in tech\nSkills that are quickly becoming essential for success\nHow leaders are adapting to rapid shifts in the industry\nStrategies for building resilience and adaptability in your tech career\n\nWhether you’re a tech professional\, paraprofessional\, leader\, career changer\, or simply interested in industry trends\, this discussion will offer actionable insights to help you thrive in the evolving world of tech.
UID:147123-21900405@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147123
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260407T111345
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260721T130000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Beyond Balance: Practical Tools for Career-Driven Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Advancing your career while caring for loved ones requires practical tools — not perfect balance. Executive coaches Christina Zini\, ’95\, and Carla Greenan help working caregivers build sustainable strategies for thriving at work and at home.\n\nReconnect with your “why” and reframe common caregiving narratives. Explore boundary-setting\, expectation management\, and practical approaches for navigating professional and personal responsibilities. Through live “laser coaching” demonstrations that address real participant challenges\, you will see these tools in action and learn conversation frameworks you can apply immediately.\n\nLeave with resources\, community connections\, and clarity on next steps for your unique caregiving journey.
UID:147493-21901107@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147493
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual
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