Helping Cougars Survive Tough Economic Times

The stock market, the housing market. The auto industry, the banking industry. Bluntly, things aren’t looking good for the American economy. This isn’t news to any of our readers, but ways The University of Houston Alumni Association and the University of Houston can help during these tough times might be news to some.


University Career Services
www.career.uh.edu/alumni

Just because University Career Services is on campus doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of their offerings once you’re off campus. With both free and minimal-fee plans for alumni, you have exclusive access to:

• CareerBeam – An online industry and company database with a host of robust and timely tools for those in the career decision-making mode or conducting a professional job search.
• Employer Contact List – A binder containing the names and contact information of employers who recruit at UH is available for check out and use in our office. A searchable database of these employers is also available online.
• Career Fairs – Attend any career fairs and career symposia sponsored by University Career Services.
• Workshops – Attend one (or more) of more than 450 annual workshops that cover a variety of topics, including resume writing, interviewing techniques, career assessment, and job search strategies.

Networking
www.myCougarConnection.com

Even in an increasingly digital and global business world, sometimes first opportunities are still about who-you-know. With college-based, area-based, and special interest-based networking events all year round, your future boss, employee, or business partner could be a handshake away.

For a list of networking events in your area or interest, visit The University of Houston Alumni Association calendar at www.myCougarConnection.com (bottom left).Cougars meeting Cougars.

Cougars working with Cougars. Even Cougars hiring Cougars.

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