A L U M N A E
N E W S
CAREER FAIR
Alumnae Return Chez Nous
Last February more than 50 alumnae, parents and friends of
ble. By doing so, the students learned how to network; how
Notre Dame returned to campus to be a part of the inaugu-
to ask appropriate questions; and how to gain more infor-
ral ND Career Fair. In years past, this event has been a panel
mation regarding careers they may have never considered
discussion that would include a small group of alumnae,
before. Leading up to the event, the counselors worked
who spoke to the entire student body about their current
with the students on dress code, professional manners, and
careers. There was a limited number of career fields repre-
interview skills.
sented, however, and a plan to widen this scope was designed, resulting in the inaugural Career Fair. The new format allowed the school to host a wider range
The fair was a huge success. The Dolan Center was abuzz with conversations, suggestions, and advice from a multitude of professionals who volunteered to be there. The students
of professionals in a larger setting with various booths set
said they obtained a great deal of knowledge from meeting
up around the Dolan Center. The careers represented in-
an array of leaders in various fields. And the alumnae who
cluded lawyers, engineers, architects, judges, research ana-
returned thoroughly enjoyed seeing the vibrant campus in
lysts, publicists, social workers, surgeons, registered nurses,
action, and meeting the next generation of ND leaders.
directors and entrepreneurs, among many others. The goal was to give students time to visit as many booths as possi18
Notre Dame School’s next Career Day will be held on February 2, 2021
