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News and Highlights | September 2026
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Dear {{my.preferred name}},
Welcome to the latest edition of the WGU Alumni Newsletter! Enjoy inspiring stories, exclusive alumni perks, and the latest updates.
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Explore the New SkillsRight Career Experience Platform
The SkillsRight Career Experience Platform, formerly the OneTen Career Marketplace, is designed to help you showcase your skills, experience, and career goals to employers committed to skills-first hiring. Complete your profile, discover opportunities that match your strengths, access career resources, and connect with Career Navigators for personalized guidance as you take the next step in your career journey.
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SkillsRight and WGU are working together to help ensure your skills are recognized and connected to meaningful employment opportunities. By signing up, you can:
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- Discover and apply for opportunities that match your skills, experience, and career aspirations.
- Identify and articulate your top skills and strengths, helping you present your capabilities confidently throughout the application and interview process.
- Access one-on-one support from Career Navigators, including career coaching, skill-building recommendations, interview preparation, and guidance on next steps.
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Every WGU graduate has a story worth sharing—and yours could be featured on our newly launched Hoo’s Who at WGU page, created to spotlight inspiring alumni stories from across the WGU community.
Whether your journey includes career growth, personal perseverance, community impact, or a memorable WGU experience, we’d love to hear from you. Share your story through a guided interview and help inspire others.
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Fall Career Quest Is Here
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Upcoming sessions include topics like building your résumé, making Handshake work for you, exploring internships, connecting with employers, and using AI in your job search.
Check out the full schedule and register for events here.
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September: Highlights, Holidays, and Fun Facts
September is here—bringing back-to-school rhythms and fall vibes. Fun fact: September comes from the Latin word septem, meaning “seven.” It was originally the seventh month in the Roman calendar.
- Cheese Pizza Day (9/5)—Simple, classic, and worth celebrating.
- Labor Day (9/7)—Honoring workers across the country.
- Patriot Day (9/11)—Remembering the lives lost in 2001.
- Hispanic Heritage Month (starts 9/15)—Celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.
- National IT Professionals Day (9/15)—If you stop working this day, does the world turn off?
- Talk Like a Pirate Day (9/19)—Don't ask; I don't make the rules.
- First Day of Fall (9/22)—Crispy, cozy, and the start of spooky.
- Coffee Day (9/29)—Grab a brew; Night Owls are no strangers.
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Tech-Minded Night Owls: Join This AWS Event
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Interested in cybersecurity, cloud computing, or technology? Graduates are invited to the WGU Cloud: AWS Cloud Security Online Event on Thursday, September 24. This free virtual event will introduce AWS Cloud Security basics, include a hands-on workshop with AWS experts, feature an employee panel, and even offer a Kahoot game with prizes. Learn more.
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This Saturday, September 12, WGU will celebrate 511 graduates during our Fall Virtual Commencement. This class represents 42 states and U.S. territories, includes 50% first-generation graduates, and ranges in age from 19 to 70. Congratulations to all of our graduates—we can’t wait to cheer you on virtually!
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Stay Engaged with Your Alumni Community
Life after graduation is just the start! Whether you're connecting online or in person, there are many ways to stay involved and have fun.
Review upcoming events or join an online community.
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Our Night Owl Network Continues to Grow:
New Students: 16,832 | Total Alumni: 461,164 | August Grads: 6,527
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