Student success in career services
My name is Kelicia Jones, and I am the Administrative Intern here at St. Petersburg College. I am glad to be able to present student success in career services with these helpful tips!
Category: Student Stories
Inside the Internship Experience
St. Petersburg College student Ariel Desousa shares her experience working as an intern at the Tarpon Springs Campus.
Whatever Floats Your Boat: Entrepreneurs of Pinellas
From Student to Successful Business Owner For many college students, the desire to be an entrepreneur and create your own business is becoming increasingly popular. From restaurants to shops to nonprofits, individuals can channel their education and experience into a meaningful passion, fulfilling their life goals. Dante Clarke, 25, co-owner of Bada Bing Water Sports, … Continue reading Whatever Floats Your Boat: Entrepreneurs of Pinellas
SPC Titan Alumni: Where Are They Now? – Emily Varjassy
Curious how SPC alumni have used their skill sets, industry certifications, and college degrees to land a great job? SPC alumna Emily Varjassy entered into the field of cybersecurity. She’s now a BayCare Health System employee and member of the organization’s Information Systems (IS) Security and Compliance Team.
SPC Graduates: Where are they now? #SPCInspires
Meet a few of St. Petersburg College’s graduates and see the career paths they’ve taken seen earning degrees at the college. RICHARD QUARTARARO After earning his Veterinary Technology Associate in Science degree and a general Associate in Arts degree in Fall 2015, Richard Quartararo is looking forward to the options his bachelor’s degree in … Continue reading SPC Graduates: Where are they now? #SPCInspires
Digital Arts students transfer to dream programs
Four St. Petersburg College Digital Arts students, winners of the Digital Arts program’s SEmmy award, have been accepted into prestigious programs with Florida State University, Ringling College of Art and Design and the University of Florida. The distinguished programs the four will be transferring to are highly competitive with selective admissions. All have graduates now working in some of the … Continue reading Digital Arts students transfer to dream programs
Tips on Succeeding in College from a current college student
Ever wonder what it takes to be truly successful as a college student? By truly successful I mean not only get good grades, but also get a great experience! As a sophomore at St. Petersburg College, I learned the importance of time management the hard way and I wish I had some better guidance the … Continue reading Tips on Succeeding in College from a current college student
Student Gets The Job: Dressing for Success! #careerspc
Two weeks ago I had my first job interview since 2002. Though I had performed an internship last fall, I was worried about the interview. I decided to change my approach and make some adjustments. First, I purchased business cards. They were not expensive and they offer free templates online. I bought resume paper and … Continue reading Student Gets The Job: Dressing for Success! #careerspc
Student Success at St. Petersburg College! #careerspc
James E. Chambers recently finished his certificate in Food & Beverage Management at St. Petersburg College. Shortly after finishing his certificate he was hired by the Loews Don CeSar Hotel. His journey from unemployment to job security is an inspiring story of student success. My name is James E. Chambers, I live in the Seminole … Continue reading Student Success at St. Petersburg College! #careerspc
Hi! I’m a Peer Advisor! #Careerspc
Hello, my name is Damita McCluster and I am a Peer Advisor. A Peer Advisor is like a student assistant but they are an Other Personnel Staff (OPS). Peer Advisors usually hang around in the lobby to answer questions and assist students with whatever they need regarding signing up for classes, financial aid, or things … Continue reading Hi! I’m a Peer Advisor! #Careerspc