College & Career Expo
College & Career Expo 2025
We are excited to announce the College & Career Expo 2025, happening on April 18, 2025! This is a unique opportunity to connect with local employers, explore educational pathways, and attend valuable workshops designed to support your career and academic goals.
Event Details:
- April 18, 2025
- CGCC The Dalles Campus, 400 East Scenic Drive, The Dalles
- Vendor "trade show" floor for business, industry, and college presenters in Building 10/Readiness Center
- Workshops and tours around campus
Preliminary Agenda:
- Vendor & Presenter Setup: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
- Keynote Presentation & Student Sessions: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Includes lunch)
- Students will have their choice of sessions and workshops to attend!
- Vendor Lunch: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
- Community & Job Seekers Sessions: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Proposed Student Workshops (full list not yet available):
- Industry Panels: Learn about high-demand, high-wage careers.
- AI 101: How to navigate and understand the ethics of Artificial Intelligence.
- Personal Finance: Financial planning, budgeting, and managing your money.
- Elevator Pitch: Crafting the perfect pitch to market yourself.
- Employability Skills: What employers are looking for and how to stand out.
- Campus Tour: Explore CGCC’s resources and student services.
- Skill Center Workshops: Hands-on sessions to build your career-ready skills.
Job Seeker Workshops:
- Resume Building: Tips and techniques to create a standout resume.
- Career Exploration: Discover job opportunities and paths for growth.
- Employability Skills: Improve your job readiness with key skills for success.
Stay tuned for a full agenda and workshop titles to be added soon. This is an event you won’t want to miss!