Upcoming Professional Development Events
Our professional development events help you prepare for life beyond college by developing the mindset and skills today’s employers—and changemakers—are looking for. From mock interviews and financial literacy workshops to innovation challenges and pitch competitions, these experiences are designed to sharpen your problem-solving, boost your adaptability, and set you apart in the job market. Explore what’s ahead and take the next step on your path.
2025-2026 dates will be updated soon.
| Date and Time | Event/Location | Description | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 30, 2025 7:15–8:15 p.m. | PioSolve Hackathon Info. Session Thomas 327 | Learn how to Compete and Win Cash Prizes | Register here |
| Feb. 6, 2025 4–6:00 p.m. | Speed Mock Interviews The Gathering Place | Master Job Interviews, One Question at a Time. | Register here |
| Feb. 11, 2025 12:20–12:50 p.m. | Life After Graduation Mini-Series: Managing Debt Thomas 327 | Your Path to Financial Freedom After College | Register here |
| Feb. 18, 2025 12:20–12:50 p.m. | Life After Graduation 2: Budgeting Thomas 327 | Master Your Money After Graduation | Register here |
| Feb. 25, 2025 12:20–12:50 p.m. | Life After Graduation 3: Employment Documents Thomas 327 | Know Your Documents, Know Your Rights | Register here |
| Feb. 27, 2025 7:15–8:15 p.m. | PioBiz Info. Session: Round 2 Proof of Concept Thomas 327 | Learn How to Nail Round 2 of the PioBiz Competition. | Register here |
| Mar. 29, 2025 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. | PioSolve Hackathon Competition Various Rooms in Thomas Hall | Solve a Real-World Problem, Win Real Money. | Register here |
| Mar. 29, 2025 4:30–6:30 p.m. | PioSolve Hackathon Thomas 124 | Watch and Get Inspired by Creativity in Action. | Register here |
| April 1, 2025 7:15–8:15 p.m. | Job Talk Thomas 209 | Discovering Purpose Through Unexpected Career Paths | Register here |
| April 10, 2025 4–6:00 p.m. | Junior PioBiz The Gathering Place | Watch and Vote as High School Students Present Problems & Solutions. | Register here |
| April 24, 2025 3–5:00 p.m. | PioBiz Round 2: Proof of Concept Competition Thomas 124 | Compete to Win Cash Prizes | Register here |
| April 24, 2025 3–5:00 p.m. | PioBiz Round 2: Proof of Concept Thomas 124 | Attend, Be Inspired, and Cast Your Vote | Register here |
| May 1, 2025 4–5:00 p.m. | End of the Year Award Ceremony and Networking Andrews Great Room | Food, Awards, and Networking | Register here |