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Whether you’ve had one life-long career or a series of professional chapters, you’re dipping your toes in the employment waters or maybe you are an inveterate volunteer, your experience and advice are valuable. Please share your stories and wisdom through …

By Robin Bourjaily

The Intersection of Theatre, Education, & Social Justice–Dec. 2022 CLIMB Theatre Events

Interested in theatre, education, social justice careers, or a mix of all three?? Join us on Thursday, December 8, 2022, from 3-5pm on the 2nd floor of the John Crystal Center (JCC) to discuss the intersection of these career paths …

By Chad Berman

How to Approach a Dentist for a Shadowing Request Via Cold Call or In-Person

Acquiring opportunities to shadow a dentist still seems to be a popular subject of little knowledge among dental students although it is considered the most valuable experience for aspiring dentists during their high school and or undergraduate years.

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by Philip Kiely ’20
Effective cold emails are concise and focused. Like a viral tweet, you only have a few …

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Informational InterviewsShare This: Share Informational Interviews on FacebookShare Informational Interviews on LinkedInShare Informational Interviews on X
Enjoy a conversation with someone whose professional journey inspires your own. This CLS document will help you prepare to get …

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Eager to start building connections with Grinnell alumni?  Learn more about Student-Alum Virtual Meetups and MentorGrinnell as two ways to …

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How to Find Grinnell Alums on LinkedInShare This: Share How to Find Grinnell Alums on LinkedIn on FacebookShare How to Find Grinnell Alums on LinkedIn on LinkedInShare How to Find Grinnell Alums on LinkedIn on X
Find Grinnell Alums on LinkedIn to learn more about their unique career journeys, and to explore your own potential career …

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Find Regional Arts AgenciesShare This: Share Find Regional Arts Agencies on FacebookShare Find Regional Arts Agencies on LinkedInShare Find Regional Arts Agencies on X
Do you know where you’d like to work, but aren’t sure how to find opportunities in the area? Finding your …

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Local Artists at Mainframe in Des MoinesShare This: Share Local Artists at Mainframe in Des Moines on FacebookShare Local Artists at Mainframe in Des Moines on LinkedInShare Local Artists at Mainframe in Des Moines on X
Want to expand your network? Looking to cold call a local artist, maker, designer, arts-nonprofit manager or other creative? Our …

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