CareerChat

In the spirit of the new semester, let’s take a look at the past with former Career Ambassadors. In this special episode of Career Chat, we reconnect with the previous voices behind the mic, Jeniya and Joan. Join us as we dive into their college experience, how they balanced academics with creative work, and the personal growth they experienced along the way. Whether you're a student, a creator, o...

In this episode of Career Chat, we sit down with Zach Marshall to unpack the unique challenges and strategies of managing asynchronous work and online classes alongside traditional in-person learning. From finding motivation in self-paced environments to knowing when to step away from the screen, we explore how students can maintain productivity without burning out. Tune in for practical tips on b...

Check out this week’s episode of Career Chat with Sarah Miller as she discusses sustainability and how it can impact anyone’s daily life. “Progress over perfection is important to many things”. Graduating from DeSales with a bachelor's degree in psychology, Sarah worked her way up to becoming the sustainability coordinator here at DeSales. Listen in as she talks about her work with sustainability...

In honor of First-Gen Empowering Connections on Wednesday, February 19th, check out this week's Career Chat episode featuring Andres Morales, where he shares insights on navigating the challenges of being a first-generation student. Andres, a holistic financial planner, is building his practice from the ground up. He has personally shattered generational barriers as the first college graduate from...

Listen in on this week’s episode of Career Chat with Kim Kuhlman as she discusses the importance of time-management and more importantly self-maintenance in college.  Kim is the 5th generation in her family to become an educator! Her experience as a reading specialist and interest in psychology gave her unique tools as a coach in the Academic Success Center. She also helps students with time-...

Listen in as this week’s guest, Brynnlee Pavlovich ‘ 17 , discusses the importance of proper communication techniques especially via email. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/counseling Psychology, with a minor in Educational Studies at DeSales University. Throughout her career journey after DeSales, Brynnlee has had experience with receiving good emails, bad emails, and most important...

Listen in as this week’s guest, Jennifer Bard ‘24 give tips and advice on how you know what school is perfect for you. Jenn Bard recently graduated from DeSales University’s Higher Ed master’s program. During her time at DeSales she was also a graduate assistant at the Career Development Center. Now, she has a job at Moravian as a Career Strategist.

On this episode of Career Chat, we talk to Yuliya Semenovych. She was born in Lviv, Ukraine, and came to the United States when she was only 7 years old. Today she is the owner of Elixir Health and Wellness in Bethlehem, PA. She made a bucket list when she was 20 years old and attending Hofstra University, when she decided to start traveling. She found work, friends, fun, and a safe place to live...

Check out this week’s episode of Career Chat as Allison McCausland ’19 talks about how to navigate being a young professional and effectively taking opportunities during college. During her time at DeSales, she obtained her BA in History and her MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing. Now, Allison is the Assistant Director of Tutoring Services and Applications at the Academic Success Center. She h...

On this episode of Career Chat, Kristy Valladares, a graduate of Muhlenberg College, talks about how it is okay to not have a "straight-lined" career path. After graduating, Kristy worked in a variety of industries, leading and developing both teams and individuals. Now, Kristy is the Assistant Director of Career Education and Engagement at the Career Development Center.

Check out this week's episode of Career Chat with a junior human resource management major, Jordan Kutza ‘25. Listen in as Jordan talks about the journey through her recent internship and how that has changed her. Find DeSales University Career Chat on your favorite podcast platform!

Listen in as this week’s guest, Stephanie Kobal, explains why career readiness skills are a critical part of your career path. Being a Lehigh Valley native, Stephanie graduated from Penn State with a Bachelor’s in women’s studies & Marketing in ‘04 and graduated from Widener Law in ‘07. She is now a Shareholder at Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba

Listen in to Sheyla Montanez Gonzalez, Communication '23, as she discusses creating her own path to success as a first generation student.

This week's Career Chat episode features Vinny Chrepta '13, a Senior Community Specialist at Wambi. At the start of the pandemic, Vinny dove headfirst into the world of DEI when his team was isolated more than ever. Now, his focus is to build and maintain a feeling of community and belonging both internally for Wambi employees and externally for Wambi’s clients! 

This week's Career Chat episode features Jesus Delgado, a current DeSales junior double-majoring in Law and Society and Homeland Security and minoring in Psychology. He is a second-year Career Ambassador and is involved in many groups throughout campus, such as in being the Senator for Diversity and Inclusion for the Student Government Association, the Staff Editor for the "News & Feature" col...

This week’s Career Chat episode features 2020 alum Kayla Vaught, DeSales University Graduate from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. She got her undergraduate degree in Media Studies, and minored in both Business and Communications. Her current role is a Sports and Entertainment Marketing Manager with the PPL Center and Lehigh Valley Phantoms in Allentown, PA. Check out her perspective and advice on the pos...

Check out this week's episode of Career Chat featuring Dani Hance! Dani is a sophomore Business Administration and Supply Chain Management major. When she is not working as a first year Career Associate at the Career Development Center, she is serving as the president of the Bulldog Business Association, leading our first year students as a CharacterU Mentor, or cheering for our Bulldogs as a chee...

This week’s Career Chat episode features first year career ambassador Jeniya Austin, a sophomore Criminal Justice (Pre-Law) major with a minor in Political Science. Check out her unique take on transferable skills by Finding Your Inner Superhero! Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Nina is a Class of 2025 Sports and Exercise Physiology major and first year Career Associate. Listen to this vulnerable conversation about managing anxiety in the workplace.

Check out this week's episode of Career Chat featuring Julie Wyckoff! Julie Wyckoff is a is a Certified Career Transition Coach, YouMap® Coach, and Executive Resume Writer with 20 years of experience enabling clients to gain the career clarity and job search strategies to advance their goals. Since launching Custom Career Solutions, Julie has helped thousands of people from students to executives...

This week's episode of Career Chat features Josh Knepp, a Career Ambassador and member of the Class of 2022. Tune in to listen to him discuss career discovery and the importance of following your passions. You can find us wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Josh:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-knepp-05479a1bb/

Thinking about studying abroad? Listen in as this international student tells us about his journey and why everyone should consider this experience to round out their academic program. This episode features Domnhall Lynam, a student who studied abroad with us this past school year from Ireland. Tune in to hear him discuss studying abroad during college! Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Conne...

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Career Chat! This episode features TV/Film Alum Jacob Metzger, who is a current photography and videography freelancer and teacher! Tune in to hear him discuss freelancing during college! Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Grace at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracewyckoff/ Connect with Jacob at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmetzmed...

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Career Chat! This episode features Career Ambassador Nolan Beck. Nolan is a Senior Accounting major on the Data Analytics track with a Music minor at DeSales University and a third-year Career Ambassador. Tune in to hear him discuss finding transferable skills in unexpected places! Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Grace at  https://www...

This episode features Career Ambassador Lauren Linder. Lauren is a Junior Dance and Media Studies dual major at DeSales University and a second-year Career Ambassador. Tune in to hear her discuss careers in the arts! Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Grace at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracewyckoff/ Connect with Lauren at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-linder/ #p...