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A newsletter for the students, faculty and staff of the Collin County Community College District. Published monthly. For information or submissions, call 972.599.3142. Cougar News welcomes student and faculty submissions. Next deadline: March 10. All submissions are due by 5 p.m. on the due date. Photos cannot be returned. Text should be emailed to mrobinson@ccccd.edu or sent on disk. Please submit copy that is proofed, edited and saved in Word format. Cougar News staff: Lisa Vasquez, director; Mark Robinson, editor; Marcy Cadena-Smith, contributor; Dana Schmitz, contributor; Sydney Portilla-Diggs, student correspondent; Stephanie Hall, student correspondent; Nick Young, special contributor, photography and layout.
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Unleash an unlimited job potential at Career Expo 2007
By Lydia Gober
Special Contributor
 Collin students and community members, mark your calendar for an exciting week April 2-5.
“Careers Unlimited! Career EXPO 2007” will give you multiple opportunities to explore, investigate, evaluate and otherwise generate ideas about careers in various technical majors, including one of the newest programs, convergence technology.
Each day of Career Week will bring a special event or a series of programs designed to unlock your career potential as you establish your plan of action for college and beyond. Expand your knowledge of careers in majors such as gaming and animation, interior design (computer aided drafting), commercial music, IT, e-business media and more.
Keynote Speakers
Candy Slocum, executive director of InterLink, a Metroplex agency that prepares information on target occupations for five-10 years out.
Kathryn Kelly, CEO of ExcellerateHRO, an outsourcing human resource company under the umbrella of Plano’s EDS.
Sherree Koehler, executive senior sales director, Mary Kay Corp., and specialist in creating and maintaining a professional image
Specialty Presentations
“Careers in the Military: Options for Men & Women” -- representatives of the U.S. armed forces.
“Employers Discuss Leading Edge Careers” -- Area employers discuss some of the newest technology-related careers. Roundtable discussions with these employers and faculty members will help clarify questions.
Career EXPO – 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 3 - network with companies and faculty, learn about career options, discuss expectations, training needed and more.
Returning by Popular Demand, The Business Etiquette Luncheon “Being Professional in 2007” includes Sherree Koehler speaking on your best professional image and Karen Musa, chair of Hospitality on best etiquette at business meals. Reservations required – watch for more information.
Detailed schedule available by Thursday, March 15 at Career Centers and Student Life or call Career Week Hotline: 972-881-5781.
Lydia Gober is the director Career Services & Co-op.
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