Tag: equity
Dismantling Bias and Embracing Identity at Work
Earlier this semester, the Center for Career Development’s student leaders hosted an event, “Code-Switching & the Workplace,” at the Howard Thurman Center. We are excited to share some photos, highlights, and takeaways from this event with the BU community! This event’s media, research, and content were produced and thoughtfully curated by POC student leaders, in ...
What Questions Can I Ask to Ensure the Company I Am Interviewing With Values DEI?
When seeking new employment opportunities, it’s crucial to ensure that the companies you interview with genuinely value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Embracing these principles not only creates a more equitable workplace but also fosters innovation, employee satisfaction, and long-term business success. To gauge a company's commitment to DEI, asking thoughtful questions during the interview ...
Career Readiness Competencies: Building a Strong Foundation for Professional Success
In today's competitive job market, employers are seeking candidates who possess not only technical skills but also a range of essential professional competencies and life skills. To bridge the gap between higher education and industry, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has developed a set of eight career readiness competencies. These competencies are ...
Should you put your preferred pronouns on your resume?
You might have noticed various workplace signatures or Zoom names with a gender pronoun such as they/them/theirs, she/her/hers, he/him/his, and others. When searching and applying to jobs, you can include your gender identity in certain ways. Insert pronouns under your name on your resume in the headerUse them as a signature under your name on ...
How to Get a Job in Social Justice
The pandemic has shed light on racial health disparities and the ongoing police brutality has ignited a national movement for racial equity. This has resulted in many more people willing to enter careers that will transform our society. Whether you want to be an advocate for underrepresented populations or be a data analyst for a ...
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