EVENT DESCRIPTION: The Career Planning and Resources Certificate Program (CPRC), is a comprehensive professional development opportunity tailored for USC staff, academic & career advisors, and faculty. This certificate program is meticulously designed to elevate awareness of the myriad resources available at the USC Career Center, empowering participants to better support our diverse student body in their career journeys.

EVENT FORMAT: The CPRC program will take place in a hybrid format. The program starts with the in-person Open House event on Tuesday, May 21st, followed by an easy-to-follow asynchronous module, and virtual student population discussions held the following week from May 27th to 31st.

TARGET AUDIENCE: Current USC staff, academic & career advisors, and faculty.

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS: To complete and receive CPRC Certificate, you must attend the in-person Open House Kick-Off Event, complete the asynchronous Resources and Technology Module, and join AT LEAST 2 SESSIONS of the virtual Targeted Student Populations Discussions. 

REGISTRATION FORM: https://forms.gle/egFNtxAGjaWaTVnKA

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Open House Kick-Off Event (STU B3)
In-person – Tuesday, May 21st from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT

• Meet the Staff & Overview of Services
• Networking: Connecting, Collaborating, and Celebrating with Colleagues   
• School Year 2023-2024 Highlights Gallery Walk
• IRIS Photo Booth (Free Professional Headshots)

Resources and Technology Module
Asynchronous – due by Friday, May 24th at 11:59 PM PT

• Release Module during Open House Kick-Off Event

Optional: Module Assistance & Resources Walk-through

Virtual – Thursday, May 23rd from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT

Targeted Student Populations Discussions (Must attend at least 2 sessions)
Virtual – Thursday, May 23rd & Wednesday, May 29th

Session options:

• International Students | Presentation by Ariadne Cheng
  • ​​​​​​​Thursday, May 23rd from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
• Undergraduate Students | Presentation by Wes Fieldcamp & Sarah Oh
  • Wednesday, May 29th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
• Students from Marginalized Communities | Presentation by Elizabeth Banuelos-Castro
  • Wednesday, May 29th from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
• Graduate/PhD Students | Presentation by Esther Lanier
  • Wednesday, May 29th from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT 

We are excited to offer this hybrid experience, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all members of the Trojan community. The USC Career Center operates its programs in accordance with USC’s Notice of Non-Discrimination.

For questions or inquiries, please email Ella Rae Bautista Columbres at ebc_616@usc.edu