Hey there, UT Fam! First off, we'd like to say we are so glad you stopped by our blog. We know you could be anywhere on the internet right now, so we do not take your presence lightly. We are your Peer Career Advisors of the University of
Tennessee Center for Career Development! We know the student experience and have undergone extensive training to be multi-dimensional resources for all of your career-related questions.
As student professionals, we have been trained to specialize in resume writing, cover letter formation, and practice interviewing. Naturally, we
would love to meet you and help you out with whatever questions or concerns you may have regarding these areas of expertise. Come stop by our comprehensive walk-in hours, formerly known as our resume walk in hours, or schedule
an appointment for a practice interview!
In addition to the previous services mentioned, we
also help plan events, present to various clubs and organizations on campus,
and attend browse sessions across campus.
You may see us around, so make sure you say "hi" or ask us how
to get a job!
Name: Ashleigh Williams aka A- dubb
Graduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Accounting
Hometown: Memphis, TN
Advice to UT Students: Be extremely passionate about whatever you decide to do.
Graduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Accounting
Hometown: Memphis, TN
Advice to UT Students: Be extremely passionate about whatever you decide to do.
Name: Brittany Wright aka B-Rizz fo' ShizzGraduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Linguistics
Hometown: Memphis, TN
Advice to UT Students: Expand your horizons and do things that you wouldn’t normally do. The best way to get the most out of college is to get involved and make connections with the people around you.
Graduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Audiology and Speech Pathology
Hometown: Knoxville, TN
Advice to UT Students: Don’t be afraid of change. Change can bring you closer to a goal you may never have known existed.
Name: Danielle Kowalkowski aka D-SwizzleGraduation Date: Spring 2018
Major: English Literature and History
Hometown: Spring Hill, TN
Advice to UT Students: It’s okay to change your mind- about your major or career- so be open to new experiences. You might end up finding yourself along the way.
Graduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Human Resource Management
Hometown: Maryville, TN
Advice to UT Students: Don’t second guess yourself! Go out and try something outside of your comfort zone.
Name: Kelvin Mbugua aka K- dawgGraduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Hometown: Nashville, TN
Advice to UT Students: Stay true to yourself through the ups and downs. In the end, success will be defined by how consistent you remained through it all.
Graduation Date: Spring 2017
Major: Biochemistry and Cellular and Molecular Biology
Hometown: Memphis, TN
Advice to UT Students: College is a place where you learn, experience, and have fun. It is the moment when you explore, find yourself, actually live your life. Though it may not be easy, it will all pay off in the end!
Name: Patrick Darby aka Project PatGraduation Date: Spring 2017
Major: Supply Chain Management
Hometown: Johnson City, TN
Advice to UT Students: Take advantage of every opportunity you have in college. Join organizations, attend events, and experience as much as you can!
Graduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Business Analytics
Hometown: Columbus, OH
Advice to UT Students: Keep pursuing your dream job and never give up!
Name: Shantazia Jones aka T-WeezyGraduation Date: Spring 2016
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Memphis, TN
Advice to UT Students: Be outgoing, professional, persistent, and always dress for success.
Graduation Date: Spring 2017
Major: Biology
Hometown: Kingsport, TN
Advice to UT Students: Once you become a VOL, take the time to experience what that really means.Go to football games, join new organizations, take a picture with Smokey,and try your best to enjoy every minute of your time at UT.
