Winter Career Quest—Pick Your Events! 

Get ready for our Winter Career Quest in January 2025! Returning for another year, WGU Career and Professional Development hosts this career-intensive event series every quarter, offering opportunities to grow in your profession. Join engaging workshops, connect with fellow WGU alumni, network with employers, and gain insights from our expert career advisors.

Whether you're just starting out in your professional field or looking to advance, Career Quest empowers your journey with practical support to help you every step of the way. Explore all upcoming Career Quest events here: https://wgu.onl/WGUCareerQuestEvents

Take a look at some events that you might be interested in below:

• The Power of IT Management – The Bridge Between Business Strategy and Technology (Jan 14 at 11:00 a.m. MT)
  
  
• Empowering Your Future: Resources, Events, and Career Support with the WGU Alumni Team (Jan 14 at 12:00 p.m. MT)
  
  
• Optimizing LinkedIn with Leidos QTC Health Services
  (featuring a WGU alum!) (Jan 21 at 11:00 a.m. MT)
  
  
• Discover Career Opportunities with JPMorgan Chase
  (Jan 21 at 12:00 p.m. MT)
  
  
• Federal Resume Writing Workshop (Jan 22 at 11:00 a.m. MT)
  
  
• How to Land a Remote Job with Kim Wilkes from Zapier
  (Feb 5 at 1:00 p.m. MT) 

Start 2025 strong by perfecting your résumé! Join Career Quest’s Resume Review with Employers on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Reserve your slot—
register in Handshake!

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With over 53,000 graduates joining the WGU alumni community in 2024, this year has been our biggest yet—and we’re only growing! As we celebrate the holiday season, we reflect on the incredible accomplishments of our Night Owl family and the connections we’ve built together.

Thank you for being a part of this journey. Wishing you a joyful holiday season, a wonderful close to 2024, and an inspiring start to the new year!

This year, we proudly hosted inspiring sessions in the Advanced Equity Speaker Series, featuring thought leaders and impactful conversations on equity and inclusion. If you missed any episodes, now is the perfect time to catch up and reflect on these powerful discussions.

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