With many liberal arts colleges facing pressure to demonstrate that they adequately prepare students for the job market, we have risen above competition to ensure superior career preparation & professional development for all students.
The Center for Career Development provides a variety of programs & services to assist students with developing & meeting their career goals. From one-on-one coaching to interactive workshops, staff are committed to student professional development.
Learn what makes a liberal arts education at Wesleyan unique & why partnering with the Center for Career Development is mutually beneficial for you, your organization, and for our students.
Of Wesleyan students will complete a professional development experience by 2020
Minimum number of Career Development interactions a Wesleyan student will have during her college experience.
Of Wesleyan students will complete an e-portfolio by 2020.
According to The Association of American Colleges and Universities, three in four employers would recommend a liberal arts education as the best way to prepare for success in today’s global economy. Employers consistently prioritize learning that involves critical thinking, oral and written communication, and complex problem solving.
Employers strongly endorse educational practices that involve students in active learning, including collaborative problem-solving, internships, research, senior projects, and community engagements. They strongly endorse practices that require applying their learning to a real-world setting.
More than four in five employers say an electronic portfolio in addition to a resume would be useful to them in ensuring that job applicants have the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their company or organization.
Wesleyan College is privileged to steward many arts and cultural events and share them with the community. Most are free and open to the public. Wesleyan art galleries are open M-F 1:30 – 5:00 PM and on Wesleyan Market Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
View More
Tour our beautiful 200-acre campus featuring Georgian architecture, lush green spaces, recreational facilities, residence halls, and worship center.
Tour Now
Wesleyan College is home to five NCAA Division III sports: soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and softball. In addition, we offer an award-winning Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Equestrian program.
Learn More
