Finding Fellowships for Graduate Students

There are two types of fellowships for graduate students portable and institutional. While institutional fellowships requires students to study in the approved school, portable fellowships allow more flexibility for students as they can choose the institution they want to attend …

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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Student Organization Spotlight: The Women’s Network

This month, the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development interviewed the Women’s Network. Read their responses below!

1. Can you tell me about your organization, including its overall mission and vision on campus? 

The Women’s Network is the largest …

By Alexandria Mavila
Alexandria Mavila Senior Peer Consultant
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Breaking into Hollywood as a Black, Trans, Queer founder

Tye-Leigha Hagood (they/them) – or Tye for short – is a Black Trans Queer filmmaker, passionate about the revolutionary act of telling LBGTQ+ stories on a mainstream level.

Tye found their passion for film early in childhood, writing their first screenplay in …

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Top 10 Job Boards For Diverse Students Who Want To Work For Non-profits, Government

It can be challenging to find the right job board if you’re a diverse college student seeking employment opportunities, and even more so if you’re seeking a part-time, seasonal, internship, or other early-career job with a non-profit or government agency. …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How Diverse Students, Grads Can Use Employee Resource Groups To Network Their Way Into A Job

Employee Resource Groups, also known as affinity groups or diversity groups, are voluntary, employee-led organizations within a company that focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. These groups are typically formed around shared characteristics, such as race, ethnicity, gender, …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Scholarship Opportunities- Deadlines Approaching

(1) Critical Language Scholarship Program: Deadline November 14th, 8PM EST

https://clscholarship.org/apply

Funded by the U.S. Department of State, the CLS Program is an intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Students …

By Alexandria Mavila
Alexandria Mavila Senior Peer Consultant
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Outober: Student Organization Spotlight- SHADES

In honor of LGBTQ+ History Month, the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development has interviewed the organization SHADES.

SHADES’ main big event we want everyone to look out for is our annual Vogue Ball. The SHADES Vogue Ball highlights …

By Alexandria Mavila
Alexandria Mavila Senior Peer Consultant
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Outober: Highlighting LGBTQ+ Alumni and Tips For Navigating Careers

                     As we continue celebrating LGBTQ+ History month this October, the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development would like to highlight two LGBTQ+ alumni as they provide insight into navigating careers and Binghamton University resources.

                    LGBTQ+ History Month, also known …

By Stephanie Ramirez-Cisneros
Stephanie Ramirez-Cisneros Senior Peer Consultant
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Upcoming Diversity In Finance Opportunities!

Are you interested in a career in the financial services industry? We have compiled a list of diversity recruiting fellowships, professional development and scholarship opportunities from major banks in the United States which are inserted below: 

Goldman Sachs: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/students/programs/americas/possibilities-summits.html

Applications …

By Alexandria Mavila
Alexandria Mavila Senior Peer Consultant
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The Limits of Labels and the Importance of Safe Spaces at Work

Bekah Nye isn’t particular about pronouns.

“I honestly don’t care if anyone calls me sir, he, they, she. I don’t care what someone calls me at this point; I don’t feel like I need to label myself for anybody else,” …

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How to start a diversity and inclusion committee at work

A diversity and inclusion committee is an important tool that can aid and accelerate the impact of your Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives at work. Companies know that diverse teams perform better. That’s why 83% of U.S. companies say …

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