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NACE Career Readiness Competency: Communication
Strong communication is essential for career readiness--and one of the NACE core competencies. It helps you make a lasting impression, build meaningful connections, and navigate professional settings with confidence. Whether you're emailing a potential employer, professor, speaking up in a meeting, or giving a presentation, effective communication sets you apart.
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Need help crafting the perfect message? If you're unsure how to word an email to your professor or a LinkedIn message to a potential employer, try using Copilot to refine your tone and tailor your message before you hit send!
Want to sharpen your skills even further? Be sure to attend one—or all—of the upcoming events and master your virtual and in-person communication skills.
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Professional Development & Networking Workshop
November 4 | 7:00 - 8:30PM | Hartman Hall, Room 2008
Join Tyler Paloma, Professional Development Chair, and Dylan Feldman, Education Vice President of Madison Consulting Club for a workshop aimed at boosting your professional development and networking skills.
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Hart School Career Fair
November 5 | 10:00AM - 1:00PM | Festival Conference and Student Center, Ballroom
Come connect with industry professionals in your areas of interest and learn about jobs and internships available. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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CoB Etiquette Dinner
November 5 | Registration Deadline
Come learn about the essentials of proper dining etiquette with an etiquette consultant taking place Wednesday, November 12 from 6:30 - 9:00PM. This event is free and available to all declared College of Business students one time during your time at JMU. Space is limited and registration is required. REGISTER TODAY!
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Open Coffee with Dr. Unnatti Jain
November 7 | 9:30AM - 12:00PM | Hartman Hall, Room 1040
Fail Boldly, Rise Confident, encourages students to view failure as a vital part of success and personal growth. Through engaging stories and practical strategies, students learn to reframe setbacks, overcome fear of judgment, and build authentic confidence. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Ethics for the Rest of Your Life ft. R. Edward Freeman
November 10 | 3:30PM | The Forum, Hartman Hall
Join the Ethical Reasoning in Action Signature Speaker Series as they host Dr. Freeman to discuss the ethics issues in which today’s world is enmeshed. He suggests that these kinds of issues will prevail for the rest of our lives, and argues that we need to get much better at having ethics conversations with each other. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Young Alumni Panel: Workforce Preparedness, Soft Skills
November 10 | 6:00 - 7:00PM | Virtual
Get ready to hear directly from recent graduates who have successfully transitioned from campus to career! The College of Business invites you to a one-hour panel discussion with young alumni who will share their experiences and insights on building confidence, developing soft skills, and navigating the professional world after JMU. REGISTER TODAY!
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Pizza & Postcards: Supporting Veterans
November 11 | 11:00 - 2:00PM | Hartman Hall Forum, Room 2021
Stop by on Veteran’s Day to honor and celebrate those who have served and are currently serving. Enjoy some pizza while writing postcards to local veterans and holiday greetings that will be sent to those currently serving. It’s a wonderful way to show your appreciation and support!
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Economic Seminar Series
November 12 | 12:30 - 2:00PM | Hartman Hall, Room 3026
Join Sebastian Laumer, Assistant Professor at the University of Richmond as he presents, "Signaling Processing Monetary Policy Surprises" with Italo Santos. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Bouncing Back, Resiliency after Rejection
November 12 | 2:00 - 3:00PM | WH 256 - The Union
Conducting a job or internship search currently? Experiencing some stress, anxiety, or frustration with the process? Or did you receive some not-so-great news that set you back? Join us as Kenya Balser (Marketing, ’23) shares her personal journey and hear from Karla Kale, JMU Counseling Center, who will offer tips on managing the emotional ups and downs of the job search. REGISTER TODAY!
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Hospitality in the Artificial Intelligence Era
November 13 | 5:00PM | Hartman Hall Forum, Room 2021
Join Dean Michael Busing for a compelling conversation with distinguished industry leader, G.J. Hart ('84), as he explores the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into hospitality—while preserving the human connection at its core. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Podcasting with Purpose ft. Rick Bernstein
November 14 | 12:30 - 1:30PM | Hartman Hall Forum, Room 1053
Join a hands-on podcasting workshop led by Rick Bernstein, JMU alum and host of The Pod of DC and The Difference Maker Podcast. You'll learn how to craft compelling stories, understand the technical side of podcast production, and grow your audience. Rick will share real-world insights from his experience as a producer and voiceover artist. Before attending, check out his episodes “JMU and Beyond” and Top Dawg, Brock Leonard to get a feel for his style.
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Shop for the Holidays!
November 15 | Delivery Deadline
Whether you want something for yourself (because why not?) or need a holiday gift for your bestie, we have you covered. Your college store has long sleeve t-shirts, branded hoodies, leggings, vests and more. Be sure to place your order by November 15th to get delivery before winter break. ORDER TODAY!
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May/August 2026 Graduates
Applications Now Open
If you are graduating in May or August 2026, you may begin to apply now via MyMadison. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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The Fallon Challenge
December 5 | Application Deadline
Create, Build, Develop, and Pitch your business "Shark Tank style" on February 26, 2026, for a chance to be awarded the Rodney J. Fallon Scholarship. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Fun Things To Do in JMU Libraries
There’s a reason JMU Libraries has about a million visitors per year! Besides offering a variety of great places to study, it’s a wonderful place to socialize, learn new skills, and explore. For 18 Fun Things to Do in JMU's Libraries, CLICK HERE.
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Career Competency Reading
Your community's libraries are a great tool for exploring career-related goals. Here's one e-book available from JMU Libraries that can strengthen career readiness competency in Communication. The Introverted Leader Looking for resources to improve your career readiness? Meet with your business librarian!
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Join a Career Community
The University Career Center has launched the JMU Career Communities! Join the Career Communities that aligns with your major and the job functions and industry you are interested in. You will receive a customized newsletter, showing employer events, internship, and job postings related to your major and industry interest. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Seeking an Internship or Job
The Office of Professional Development and Engagement provides weekly small group career coaching sessions focused on internships and jobs. These sessions are designed to guide you through the process of searching for opportunities, networking, and more. These sessions are held in-person in the Hartman Hall EY Professional Development and Undergraduate Suite. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Virtual Interview Rooms
M-F | 9:00-5:00PM | EY Professional Development & Undergraduate Programs Suite
The College of Business has virtual interview rooms for CoB students to reserve to ensure a quiet space for your interviews. Each room is equipped with a computer, camera, and microphone to facilitate your virtual interviews. RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY.
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Handshake
Handshake offers JMU students access to: Internships and job opportunities tailored for JMU students; career fairs, workshops, and events hosted by the University Career Center; employer events, info sessions, and on-campus interviews; and appointments with JMU Career Advisors at the University Career Center. To activate your account, CLICK HERE.
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JMU Career Closet
M-F | 8:00-5:00PM | Student Success Center 3rd Floor, Suite 3250
Get ready for JMU Career Fairs, interviews, and class presentations with our curated collection of professional work attire, available to all current JMU students for free. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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College of Business University Career Center Liaison
Every Thursday | 3:00-5:00PM | Hartman Hall, Employer Space
Drop by and meet with Hadgu Hadgu, the University Career Center Liaison for the College of Business for valuable discussions and guidance about career ideas, resumes, interviews, job searches, internships, graduate schools, and networking. No appointment is required.
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