Academic and Knowlton Center Partnerships
The Knowlton Center welcomes collaboration with faculty to support students in understanding how their academic experiences and choices align with major and career decisions. Together, we can help students understand how their unique Denison education prepares them for the workforce and provides flexibility in pursuing post-graduate options and employment opportunities. Here are a few examples of collaboration between us and some academic departments:
- So you want to be a therapist panel, in collaboration with the Psychology Department
- Articulating your major’s value workshop, in collaboration with Global Commerce
- Virtual Alumni panel, in collaboration with International Studies
- Senior Job Search Preparation workshop, in collaboration with International Studies
KNOWLTON CENTER FACULTY CHAMPIONS
Launching Spring Semester 2024, the Knowlton Center’s new initiative, Knowlton Center Faculty Champions, celebrates faculty members instrumental in advancing student careers and collaborating with the Knowlton Center. Each month, a faculty member will be recognized for their exceptional mentorship and guidance in helping students achieve their professional goals and for their active partnership with the Career Center. This recognition highlights the integral role faculty play in seamlessly linking academic learning with career outcomes, enhancing the overall effectiveness of career development efforts at the institution. Click on each photo below to learn more about these amazing Career Champions.
Ask a Denisonian: A Faculty Resource for Alumni-Student Connections
Ask a Denisonian is an engaging tool that connects Denison students with alumni who can provide career insights, real-world advice, and guidance on navigating various professions. This platform is an excellent resource for faculty to enhance student learning experiences by connecting coursework with alumni perspectives. Here are a few ways faculty can integrate this tool into their work with students:
- Expand Career Exploration
Encourage students to use Ask a Denisonian to explore career paths and gather insights on industry-specific trends. Whether students are considering a major, evaluating internship options, or preparing for a career shift, alumni can offer valuable advice tailored to their interests. - Incorporate Alumni Perspectives into Assignments
For research projects, case studies, or presentations, suggest that students reach out to alumni for real-world perspectives and data. Alumni insights can add depth to assignments and show students how concepts learned in class apply in various industries. - Facilitate Networking and Mentorship
Guide students in using Ask a Denisonian to build their professional networks. Faculty can help students refine their questions to ensure meaningful exchanges that foster lasting connections, mentorship, and a better understanding of post-graduate opportunities. - Enhance Advising Sessions with Alumni Insight
When advising students on career interests, point them to alumni contacts who can share firsthand experiences in specific fields. These interactions allow students to make informed decisions about their academic and career goals.
Using Ask a Denisonian, faculty can help students make the most of Denison’s alumni network, connecting classroom learning with professional preparation and empowering students to envision successful career paths.
