It's Happening! Marquette University's Career Podcast

Marquette University Career Center
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College students, graduate students, recent graduates, alumni - have questions about careers, and we've got stuff to say! Hosts Maria Mostek and Michael Stock from Marquette University's Career Center walk you through the ins and outs of all things career with interviews from Marquette University community guests. We're here to equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to thrive in your career. It's happening now—will you be there?

  1. 03/26/2024

    It's steps on purpose!

    Marquette University alum and Marquette University's Associate Director of Pre-College Programs, Steven Robertson speaks on the value of helping others to discover, develop, and deploy their potential to fulfil their Destiny. His experience ranges from working with youth, adults, and college students. Listen as Steven shares his personal journey overcoming immense challenges and finding his passion along the way. Contact Steven at steven.robertson@marquette.edu or www.stepsonpurpose.com

    29 min

  2. 10/16/2023

    It’s a healthy disregard for the impossible!  

    MU alumna Chinaza Nwaneri joins season six of the podcast to discuss her journey across the country in pursuit of new careers. She's tackled the branding and legal worlds. Now, she's moved from Google's Legal Operations team to a real estate internship—all while completing her master's. Chinaza shares lessons learned about the grind, support systems, and self-care.

    28 min

  3. 05/10/2022

    It's all about business, bakeries, and having a plan!

    Wrapping up our last episode of the season, we talk with Julia Block, co-owner of C. Adam's Bakery (the one in the Public Market) & Black Twig Bakery, who graduated with an undergrad and graduate degree from Marquette University in English.  Julia's offers bold advice for those interested in owning or starting a business.  Listen to hear her wise words about how to approach college and life after.    If you are interested in a part-time position learning communication and customer services skills email Julia at julia.block@cadamsbakery.com.

    26 min

  4. 04/26/2022

    It's keeping faith in humanity!

    MU Alumna Nicole Laird, Social Worker for Waukesha County's Child Protective Services, shares about her experience working in an emotionally intense yet rewarding field. She shares what her day-to-day work looks like, and explains how she leans on colleagues and supervisors for support when the going gets tough. Find out how she went from a Social Welfare & Justice major at Marquette to the job she has now! Want to reach out to Nicole? She can be contacted at nlaird@waukeshacounty.gov.

    23 min

  5. 04/05/2022

    It's Graicey in Paris!

    Listen to this week's guest, Graicey Van Spankeren, who usually is a host, but is also a Career Counselor in the Career Services Center (CSC) at Marquette University.   Hear Graicey talk about her undergraduate experiences and how she went about choosing her majors and learn about her study abroad/working abroad experiences in France.  Graicey helps undergraduate, graduate, and alumni in career counseling appointments and has held over 1800 appointments over the past 6 years.  If you would like to meet with Graicey make an appointment through Handshake or send her an email.

    29 min

  6. 03/29/2022

    It's changing your career plan senior year (and buying 3 million dollars of socks)!

    Listen to recent MU grad Nick Dalton as he explains his last-minute decision to turn down an accounting job at a Big 4 firm to pursue a master's degree in supply chain management. You'll hear Nick talk about how he got onto the business path in high school and found himself unexpectedly shifting his plan for his future based on something as seemingly small as an online ad. Nick also shares valuable advice for those looking to grow their careers and learn how to network in a virtual work environment. Interested in connecting with Nick? You can email him at nicholas.dalton@kohls.com.

    30 min

  7. 03/22/2022

    It's more competitive than med school–becoming a genetic counselor!

    Learn about Bri Suchy's journey towards a career in the growing field of genetic counseling. Bri shares her story about bouncing back after graduate school rejections to re-applying even stronger than before. You'll hear her best tips on interviewing and networking along with an in-depth look at the field of genetic counseling. Update on Bri's grad school journey: she got in to her top choice program! Want to connect with Bri? Email her at briannasuchy@gmail.com.

    24 min

  8. 03/01/2022

    It's senior scaries!

    Feeling worried about graduating college?  Listen as Haley Fioretti provides a calming and positive outlook on how to make decisions about the future.  Haley is a Marquette Senior graduating in May 2022 with a degree in Environmental Studies, Economics and a minor in Psychology.

    20 min
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College students, graduate students, recent graduates, alumni - have questions about careers, and we've got stuff to say! Hosts Maria Mostek and Michael Stock from Marquette University's Career Center walk you through the ins and outs of all things career with interviews from Marquette University community guests. We're here to equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to thrive in your career. It's happening now—will you be there?

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