Virtual Summer Workshops

Learn expert tips and tricks to stand out in your field and land your dream job. Join Lisa Littlefield, Ph.D., dean of career development and experiential learning, and Christopher Currens, DOL’21, founder of Currens & Associates, for this free virtual workshop series.

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Resumes That Get Results - Tuesday, June 24, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (EST)

Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/9Eb_xNT2Q2KLOi_yRjYxvw

Learn the dos and don’ts of resume writing, how to format your document for maximum impact, what key content employers look for and how to optimize your documents for online application portals.

Mastering the Interview - Tuesday, July 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (EST)

Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/VOUSNTNTRomLXGDSPEVH0w

A great resume gets you in the door, but a strong interview lands the job. Learn about proven interview techniques, strategies for answering tough questions and how to present yourself with confidence. 

Navigating a Job Search - Tuesday, July 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (EST)

Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/r5H1mZvDRVWPvRl7mzAJuw

Managing a job search can be confusing and overwhelming. Explore practical strategies for identifying job opportunities, expanding your network and targeting positions that align with your goals.

The Office of Financial Aid is hosting a series of informal conversations to help answer your questions about financial aid, billing, campus employment opportunities and more.

EVENT AND LOGIN INFORMATION

Registration links soon to come!

Breaking Down Your Financial Aid Award – Wednesday, June 25, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

Topics:

• Components of a financial aid package (grants, scholarships, loans, work-study).

• Differences between institutional, federal and state aid.

• Reviewing your award letter in Net Partner.

• Action items: accepting aid, declining loans, completing requirements.

• Explanation of Cost of Attendance: direct vs. indirect costs.

Billing Basics and Payment Plans – Wednesday, July 9, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

Topics:

• How to access your bill in Self-Service.

• Payment due dates and penalties.

• Overview of Cashnet payment plans.

• Using refunds and timing.

• Parent PIN setup and access.

• How aid applies to your account balance.

Work-Study and Campus Employment Opportunities – Wednesday, July 16, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

Topics:

• How to apply or join the waitlist.

• Job types and how to find openings (Handshake, HR postings).

• Student pay and bi-weekly payroll process.

• Time commitments and balancing academics.

• Tips for professional growth through on-campus jobs.

Understanding Federal and Private Loan Options – Wednesday, July 23, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

Topics:

• Federal Direct Loans: Subsidized vs. Unsubsidized.

• PLUS Loans: What parents need to know.

• Private loan tips and lender comparisons (elmselect.com).

• Understanding interest rates, fees and repayment.

• Smart borrowing strategies: Borrow only what you need.

Planning for Your Future with the Office of Student Success - Wednesday, July 30, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

Topics:

• Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements at Hood.

• Academic Progress Standards.

• Academic support resources.

You Ask, We Answer: Open Q&A with the Financial Aid Team – Wednesday, August 6, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

Topics:

• Answer live questions from students and families.

• Clarify lingering concerns.

• Helpful resources: contact info, website and how to get help.

You Ask, We Answer: Final Q&A Before the Fall Semester – Wednesday, August 13, 6-7 p.m. (EST)

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Topics:

• Final open Q&A to ease any pre-semester worries.

• Answer live questions from students and families.

• Where to go for support once the semester begins.