The Gordon Career Center is dedicated to supporting and celebrating all facets of a student’s identity. Explore this page to find information, resources, and opportunities specific to BIPOC students and alumni.

Bridging The Gap

Have you ever been pushed aside, doubted, underestimated, or faced prejudice in your career? Hear from Jalon Hall on how she’s overcome adversity, including her top takeaways for fostering inclusion.

Jalon Hall’s story is one of fierce resilience. Born a …

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What To Do When You Don’t Feel Qualified?

In this empowering episode of the Young Black and Professional podcast, our guest, Breanna Foreman, shares her career journey, offering invaluable advice on navigating the professional landscape, especially when faced with self-doubt.

Here’s a sneak peek into what you can …

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Passion vs. Career: How to Merge Them Together!

This week on the Young Black and Professional Podcast we have a former Recent Grad Boot Camp Student who is making big moves with her career and the areas that she’s currently passionate about! She currently works as Clinical Research …

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Delayed But Determined

College is supposed to be, as they say, the best four years of your life. Students get the chance to create new friendships, memories, and experiences. Some cruise through with minimal effort, while others find it a bit of a …

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4 Ways To Advance Your Career As A Black Woman

Being a Black woman in corporate America often means being the only Black woman in the room. For Black women, this uncomfortable reality comes with its own rules to success that force an unfair standard of excellence.

Over time, progress …

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Jopwell Internships and Community

Jopwell continues to increase diverse representation in the workforce. Our mission is to empower and advance the careers of Black, …

If you’ve ever wondered why you didn’t get a call back from a job you knew you were qualified for …

Welcome to the Your Next Move podcast! Meet your host, Kimberly Cummings, a career and leadership expert who helps women …

In this, episode we speak with Author, Educator, Executive Coach, and Motivational Speaker, Mel Parker, about the roadmap to leadership …

Join this insightful Q&A session with your host Kimberly and Career Masterclass on how to make the best power moves …

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Contact & Location

Phone
860-685-2180
Address

Boger Hall
41 Wyllys Avenue
Middletown, CT 06459

Career Service Hours

Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm