Mission Statement
Provide services, programs, and resources that facilitate the lifelong career development process and assist students and alumni with implementing and securing satisfying careers.
Objectives
The Twardowski Career Development Center, a department within the Division of Student Affairs, functions as a comprehensive career planning service which supports the mission of West Chester University and the success of its students and alumni by:
- Helping individuals develop self-awareness of interests, values, and skills that facilitate effective career exploration and decision making in an increasingly diverse, global society.
- Providing support and guidance to assist with clarification and formulation of career goals.
- Empowering individuals to become active participants in their own continuing development.
- Providing information and resources about occupations, job trends, employer requirements, and educational opportunities.
- Delivering programs and providing coaching on job search skills, resume development, and interview techniques.
- Encouraging students to pursue internships and other experiential opportunities to explore and prepare for careers.
- Collaborating with academic departments to incorporate career development activities into the educational experiences of students.
- Fostering connections with employers, members of the University community, graduate and professional schools, and alumni to increase educational and recruitment opportunities for students.
- Providing on-campus recruiting, job postings, career fairs and other programs to maximize access to employment opportunities.
Because we are truly interested in the student's welfare, we will advise the student if a specific concern is beyond our scope. At that time we will offer the student the opportunity to enlist the services of the on-campus agency which might more appropriately deal with that specific concern, e.g., Counseling Center, Academic Advisement Center, departmental academic advisor, or Health Services.
Service Creed – Division of Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs recognizes that we exist primarily to serve students. We may not always be able to provide you with everything you want; however, you will be treated in a manner consistent with the following Service Creed:
Students Can Expect:
- To be addressed and treated in a respectful, efficient and courteous manner.
- To receive answers to your questions or be directed to someone who can provide the answer.
- To be encouraged to advocate for themselves, but Student Affairs staff will help if you are not getting your issue addressed in an appropriate manner.
Student Affairs Staff Will:
- Appreciate the diversity of our community and will give fair and equitable treatment to all.
- Value your input and respect your opinion.
- Work to help you have a positive experience at West Chester University.
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