Lake Michigan College Career Services will host two free October events on the Benton Harbor campus, both open to LMC students and community members.
Wear Your Confidence – Tues., Oct. 7, 1:30 p.m.
Wear Your Confidence offers an empowering afternoon focused on career readiness strategies. The event begins at 1:30 p.m. with a brief opening by Kathi Szabo, LMC Career Development Specialist, who will discuss the importance of first impressions and personal branding in job searches and career advancement.
Then, attendees will enjoy the fashion show featuring professional looks modeled by LMC students, faculty, staff, and local professionals.
“We want to help attendees discover how to express their authentic selves while dressing professionally for interviews, networking events, and the workplace,” said Kathi Szabo, LMC Career Development Specialist. “By showcasing classic styles, versatile outfit choices, and ensembles that reflect personal flair, we’re demonstrating that professional dress doesn’t mean sacrificing individuality.”
After the fashion show, attendees can browse a pop-up shopping experience at the LMC Second Hand Boutique. Stocked with donated clothing from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber’s NextGen Young Professionals group, the boutique allows attendees to find professional pieces that suit their personal style.
Take Flight Career and College Transfer Expo – Wednesday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The Take Flight Career and College Transfer Expo is a networking event connecting attendees with employment and internship opportunities, information about college transfer pathways, and support resources for personal and professional development.
Representatives from area businesses hiring for entry-level through experienced positions will be on hand to talk with job seekers. Those planning on continuing their college studies can meet with admissions representatives from four-year colleges and universities.
“This is the perfect event for students and community members who are ready to explore their next steps in their career and educational journeys,” said Szabo.
Attendees can also participate in mini sessions. The schedule is:
11:15 a.m. Exploring Apprenticeships
11:30 a.m. Transfer School Representatives Panel
12:00 p.m. Complimentary lunch
12:15 p.m. Start Where You Are Panel featuring NextGen Young Professionals
Event Details
Both events are free and open to LMC students and community members. Each will be held in rooms L-310 and L-311 of the Main Building on LMC’s Benton Harbor campus, located at 2755 E. Napier Ave.
Employers interested in recruiting for open positions may contact Szabo at kszabo@lakemichigancollege.edu by Friday, Oct. 10, to reserve a table at the Take Flight event.
