Alumni Spotlight: Jaclyn Moses ’17

Pronouns: She/Her

Lafayette Degree & Major(s): Bachelor of Arts, English & Spanish

Location: New York, NY

Title: Marketing Manager
Employer: NBCUniversal

Describe what your employer/organization does: NBCUniversal is a media and entertainment company, creating content across film, television, and streaming.

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Fall 2025 Gateway Career Center Calendar

Welcome back, ‘Pards! We’re excited to share with you our Fall 2025 student calendar, which you can access here. This calendar is updated weekly so be sure to check back regularly for newly added alumni, employer, and other career programming. …

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Congratulations, Class of 2025!

Congratulations to all members of the Class of 2025! You have many accomplishments to be proud of, and we are sending you wishes for a wonderful commencement celebration!

Please remember that the Gateway Career Center is here to support you …

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What’s next for the Class of 2024?

Lafayette grads share where they’re headed, and the mentors, resources, and experiences that inspired their future paths.

By: Hasnat Aslam ’27, Bryan Hay, Kelly Huth, Stella Katsipoutis-Varkanis, and Brittany Martin

Access the full article here: https://news.lafayette.edu/2024/05/14/whats-next-for-the-class-of-2024/

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Elevate Your Professional Presence with Our Career Closet and LinkedIn-Ready Headshots!

As college students, we understand the importance of making a strong first impression in the professional world. Whether you’re attending career fairs, networking events, or preparing your LinkedIn profile, presenting yourself with confidence and professionalism is essential. The Gateway Career …

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Welcome to Career Resource Central!

Welcome! Here you will find a centralized collection of all resources, opportunities, and events that Gateway provides. Take your first step by signing up for personalized communications related to your career interests, personal identities and affinities, and career planning needs.

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What is a Career Interest Community?

Career Interest communities, available from the “Explore Career Interests” menu of the site, allow you to connect with career field-specific alumni, information, and resources to explore your professional interests and connect to meaningful opportunities. We encourage you to follow any of …

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10 Interview Questions Every College Student Should Be Ready to Answer

Stepping into an interview for your first internship or entry-level role can feel overwhelming. You want to impress, but you’re not sure what the recruiter or hiring manager will ask—or how you’ll stack up against other candidates. The truth is, …

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Don’t Ditch the Cover Letter. It Could Be Exactly What Gets You Hired.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD 

Career Expert, MyPerfectResume

You might have heard this before: “Don’t bother with a cover letter. No one reads them.” But here is the truth – cover letters are not dead. In fact, a well-crafted cover letter …

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16 Common Mistakes Early-Career Professionals Make When Negotiating Their First Salary

Salary negotiation for your first professional role can be challenging, but avoiding common pitfalls is essential for starting your career on solid financial footing. Career experts consistently identify specific mistakes that new professionals make when discussing compensation, often stemming from …

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Launch your career: Goals, growth, and mentorship | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep62

Graduating from college is an exciting milestone, but it also brings the daunting question of “what’s next?” On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how planning for your post-graduation life is essential for a successful …

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Alumni Spotlight: Alexandra Behette ’13

Pronouns: She/Her

Lafayette Degree & Major(s): Bachelor of Arts, Government and Law & Women’s and Gender Studies
Graduate Degree: Currently working towards a Master of Public Affairs and Politics degree at Rutgers University

Location: Hoboken, NJ

Title: Vice President, Institutional …

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Melissa Schultz Director, Strategic Projects & Gateway Career Counselor
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How to write a cover letter that gets you noticed

By Toni Frana, Career Expert for Zety.com 

The current job market is hard, particularly for early career professionals. Recent data shows that the unemployment rate for new college graduates is 4.8%, higher than the overall unemployment rate of 4.1%. …

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6 Ways to Future-Proof Your Professional Reputation

Your professional reputation is one of the most valuable things you’ll ever have in your career. It opens doors and helps you earn the trust of your network. A good reputation will also ensure you stay relevant and valuable no …

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A Job Search Playbook: Five Weekly Habits That Deliver Results

Job search seems like you’re running in circles: You send numerous applications and wait for the elusive interview invites, often wondering if you’ll ever end up getting your dream job.

Here’s the glaring truth: Job seekers get one interview call …

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How to negotiate total compensation like a talent acquisition insider

By Julia Levy, Former Talent Acquisition Executive and Founder of Hi2Hired.com

Forget everything you think you know about job offers. Your first one isn’t just a paycheck; it’s your first major negotiation, and most students leave thousands on the table. …

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8 resume hacks that will get you noticed by applicant tracking systems

Most students and recent grads know they need a strong resume to land interviews. What many don’t realize is that their first “reader” won’t be a recruiter or hiring manager—it will be a piece of software. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) …

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