Lawrence University Career Center Podcast(@lawrencecareercenter)

McKenzie Fetters '19 was an English and Creative Writing major at Lawrence and is using her degree as a writer/editor and audiobook narrator! Listen as McKenzie describes her work, discusses post-Lawrence credentials, shares advice for graduating seniors and talks about finding your place in the world!

Harsimran Kalsi is a member of the Lawrence class of 2020 with degrees in Biology and Biochemistry.  While a student, he completed multiple summer research projects and internships and was involved with several student organizations like including AMSA, Makerspace, GlobeMed, and Neurolawrence. Hari is currently enrolled at the Medical College of Wisconsin working towards his M.D.  If being a medic...

Allie McGuire-Korte is a member of the Lawrence class of 2009 with degrees in Theater Arts and Economics.  After leaving Lawrence, she earned her Master of Science degree in Economics from the University of East Anglia in England. She is currently a Corporate Strategy Principal at American Family Insurance in Madison, WI. In this episode, Allie explains how both the Theater Arts and Economics prog...

Jismy Raju is a member of the Lawrence class of 2011 with degrees in Spanish and Economics.  While a student, she was part of the first Posse on campus.  During her time at LU she was part of the fencing team and Marketing Director of the Lawrence International Club.  She is currently serving on the Lawrence University Alumni Association Board. While at LU, Jismy interned with Nestl...

Lily Atkinson '18 graduated from Lawrence with degrees in Geology and Chemistry, while also studying music.  After graduation, career opportunities took her around the world.  Today, she calls Chicago home where she works as a Veterinary Technician for the Royal Treatment Veterinary Center.   Listen as Lily provides a great overview of the world of veterinary medicine, explains find...

Jacob Dalton graduated from Lawrence in 2017, having majored in Theater and minored in Creative Writing.   In this episode, guest host Laura Hoekstra talks with Jacob about "Dangerous", an independent film he wrote that will pre-screen at Lawrence on Sunday, November 13th, 2022. Jacob along with moving making partner and "Dangerous" director Adam Moses,  discuss in detail, the process of...

Awa Badiane graduated from Lawrence in 2021 with a Bachelor's Degree in Government.  While at Lawrence, she was a student writer for the Communications Office, a Communications Assistant for the Women's Equality Party UK while studying abroad, she co-chaired CODA, was the President of BSU and hosted a show on WLFM.  Today, she's an Executive-In-Residence for Media Village / AdvancingDive...

Jeni Houser graduated from Lawrence in 2006 with Bachelor's Degrees in Music Education and English.  Today, she is a world-renowned opera singer, having performed all across the United States and Europe.   Speaking with guest host Marissa Lake ’22, Jeni explains how she got started performing, shares what it's like to freelance, describes the opera scene in Europe vs. the United States a...

Katherine Langenfeld '10 was a Biology major at Lawrence University. Today, she is a Los Angeles-based freelance Script Coordinator & Writers' Assistant who has worked for CBS, Showtime Networks and Paramount Pictures. Speaking with guest host Marissa Lake ’22, Katherine shares what it's like to work in the TV/Film industry and offers advice on how to get started!

Rachel Calvert ‘15 was an English major at Lawrence University. Today, she is the Operations Manager at the Bet Shalom Congregation in Minneapolis. Speaking with guest host Marissa Lake ’22, Rachel shares her advice for working in a non-profit organization and describes what it is like to work in a faith community. Rachel also talks about the important role Lawrence faculty and staff played in her...

Mikaela Bolker ’19 was a Theater and Film major at Lawrence University. Today, she is a successful freelance writer, an actor/musician and a U.S. Army Veteran. In our 10th podcast, Mikaela shares why being a freelance writer is the right path for her and might be for you, how to get started as a freelancer, how Lawrence (both inside the classroom and out) prepared her for success and what she lear...

The 17th President of Lawrence University discusses the importance of a strong career education, the many ways in which Lawrence prepares students for success, the significance of Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and shares her advice for students just beginning their Lawrence experience, and those about to begin their life after Lawrence.

U.S. Ambassador Shaun Donnelly '68 was an Economics major at Lawrence, and spent most of his career serving his country around the world in the U.S. State Department. Ambassador Donnelly discusses his career path, describes the life of a U.S. diplomat and shares his advice for Lawrence students who want to serve their country or work internationally.

Jill Manuel '84 was a Philosophy major at Lawrence, and has enjoyed a very successful career in the news media. She is currently the Director of Content at ABC10 in Sacramento, CA. Jill discusses the importance of being able to create content for aspiring journalists, provides a look inside the modern newsroom, shares the value of working in and serving a diverse community and tells us why attendi...

Nathan Heffel '02 was a Government major at Lawrence and but chose to take an entirely different professional path and is enjoying a successful career as a radio broadcaster in both commercial and public radio. In this podcast, we discuss why Nathan's career took a different turn, how his Lawrence experience prepared him to succeed in his field, what a career in radio is like and Nathan shares his...

Sarah Woody ’19 was a Biology major at Lawrence and is currently working towards her Master’s degree in Biology at the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. In this podcast, we discuss why Lawrence students should get involved beyond the classroom, the importance of a good mentor, what graduate school is really like and Sarah offers her advice to current students! Connect with Sarah at www.linkedin.c...

Retired U.S. Army General William Troy was a recent speaker in the Povolny Lecture Series at Lawrence University. After 38 years in the United States Army, he transitioned to a successful career in civilian life. Listen as General Troy describes his U.S. Army experience (he was working in the Pentagon on 9/11/01), explains why a career in the armed forces is a terrific way for one to begin their p...