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Climb Your Career Ladder - Community Leadership

Advance your career and turn passion into purpose

Location

The Commons : 329

Date & Time

March 9, 2026, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

Passionate about strengthening communities, driving social change, or leading nonprofit initiatives? Join us for Climb Your Career Ladder: Community Leadership, co-hosted by the Division of Professional Studies and the UMBC Career Center.

This event features UMBC alumni working in roles that make a real impact — from community program coordinators and nonprofit managers to advocacy directors and organizational leaders. You'll hear their stories, learn how they navigated their career paths, and discover how community-driven professionals turn passion into purpose.

What You'll Learn:

  • Career pathways within community leadership, public service, and nonprofit organizations

  • Essential skills for success — communication, collaboration, advocacy, and cultural competence

  • Tips for getting started in the field through volunteering, internships, or service-based roles

  • Strategies for advancing into management and leadership positions

To guarantee your seat, you must RSVP in Handshake.

Panelists will be announced soon!

Who Should Attend:
Students interested in nonprofit work, public service, social impact careers, community engagement, or leadership roles in mission-driven organizations.


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