For Career Services & Education Roles

I've spent my career helping students find theirs.

From one-on-one resume coaching to university-wide professional development programming, I've designed and delivered career readiness experiences that produce measurable results.

84→97%

Resume workshop pre/post test improvement

4.8/5

Student rating of Signature Series

1,651

Students reached through career events

4,245

Employer accounts managed on Handshake

What I've Done

Individual Career Coaching

Assisted students and alumni in building and revising professional development materials: cover letters, resumes, personal statements, letters of recommendation, application-specific questions, mock interviews, major/career exploration, and graduate school preparation.

I've built 28+ resumes for students and colleagues, each one tailored to the person sitting across from me — their story, their strengths, the specific job they were going after.

AU PRO Signature Series

University-wide Professional Development Program

Managed and presented a 6-workshop professional development series required for all undergraduate students as part of Anderson University's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). Workshops covered written communication, resume building, communication strategies, online image, interviewing, and networking.

  • Trained and supported 15 faculty Academic Liaisons across departments
  • Managed $22,500 annual budget for Discipline Specific Events
  • Oversaw 52 events in one year, reaching 1,651 students and 284 employers
  • Pre/post assessment showed 13-point improvement in student knowledge

Etiquette Dinner Series

Original Program — Created and Presented

Designed and delivered a multi-course formal dining experience that teaches students professional etiquette — from place settings and conversation skills to dress code and alcohol navigation. Co-hosted with AU Athletics. First presented in 2019, invited back for Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Spring 2026.

Ceci presenting at the Etiquette Dinner
Formal table setting at the Etiquette Dinner
A packed lecture hall of student athletes attending the Life After Sports program
50+ student athletes filling the room for a program she created

Life After Sports

Original Program — Created and Presented 8 Times

Created an annual four-part series specifically designed to equip student athletes to thrive as young professionals after graduation. Addressed the unique transition challenges athletes face when their identity shifts from the field to the workforce. Partnered with AU Athletics to deliver professional development directly to teams.

Employer Relations & Partnerships

Built and maintained relationships with local, national, and international employers to connect students with career opportunities across all majors. Managed the Handshake career platform, vetting employers and facilitating recruitment.

  • Served as resource for 4,245 approved Handshake employers
  • Oversaw weekly Job Highlight Email to entire student body
  • Created weekly Employer Spotlight videos for CCD social media
  • Managed $8,300 Employer Relations budget
Ceci at the JCPenney Suit Up Event — a career readiness partnership with local businesses
JCPenney Suit Up Event — Jan 2020

NACE Career Readiness Competencies I've Taught

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Written & Oral Communication

Teamwork & Collaboration

Digital Technology

Leadership

Professionalism & Work Ethic

Career & Self-Development

Equity & Inclusion

Speaking & Presentations

Base Camp Orientation Speaker

10 presentations

Etiquette Dinner Speaker

4 years (2019, 2024, 2025, 2026)

Life After Sports Creator

8 presentations

AU PRO Signature Series

Multiple per semester

NACCAP 2024 Conference

National presenter

College of Education Workshops

Resume workshops (3x)

Interested in my background?

I'd welcome the chance to discuss how my experience aligns with your needs.