Study Abroad Prepares Students for Diverse Careers
When asked about the skills that are critical in the job market today, Director of the Center for Career Development Jennifer Nelson says that companies are looking for employees who have both job-specific technical skills and the “soft” skills that allow them to be successful in the workplace. “Employers are interested in recent grads who […]
Local Marketers to Showcase Professional Work in Art Exhibition
AT A GLANCE “Marketing in Motion” by Elise Trissel ‘11 and Brandon Christian ‘19 When: On display Monday, Nov. 4 – Friday, Dec. 13. Opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4, with an artist’s talk at 5:30 p.m. Where: Beverly Perdue Art Gallery, first floor of the John Kenny Forrer Learning Commons Hours: The gallery is […]
Public Radio Host Celeste Headlee to Discuss Having Better Conversations
Headlee to Speak at Bridgewater College on November 13 AT A GLANCEEndowed Lecture: Celeste HeadleeWhen: Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.Where: Cole Hall, Bridgewater CollegeNotes: This event is free and open to the public. Award-winning journalist and public radio host Celeste Headlee will present an endowed lecture at Bridgewater College […]
New Major to Prepare Students for Careers in Government, International Security
The Department of History and Political Science has refashioned the previous global studies major into a new major in international security and diplomacy. It is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in national and international security, diplomacy and humanitarian work, in both governmental and nongovernmental sectors. The major requires coursework in comparative politics, global […]
Working at the Intersection of Government and Business: Jared Chalk ’05
Jared Chalk ’05 majored in business administration at Bridgewater College and expected to work in the real estate industry after graduation. However, when the Norfolk, Va., native was presented with the opportunity to return to his hometown and work for the city’s government, Chalk accepted. Over his 19-year career, Chalk has risen through the ranks […]
Bridgewater College’s Symphonic Band to Perform on Nov. 3
AT A GLANCE Bridgewater College’s Symphonic Band When: Sunday, Nov. 3, 3 p.m. Where: Cole Hall Cost: Free and open to the public The Bridgewater College Symphonic Band will present a concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3, in Cole Hall on the College’s campus. The Symphonic Band is under the direction of Dr. Christine Carrillo, associate professor […]
‘High impact’ experience teaches college students about state government
[…]
Connections, Communications and a Community of Support: Stephen Howard ’12
Stephen Howard ’12 grew up in a family that prioritized education from the time he was a child. When Howard was growing up in rural Nelson County, Va. in the 1990s, his mother, Betty Howard, traded her cleaning services for a place for her children at a private elementary school. Tuckahoe School in Nellysford, Va., […]
Bowman Hall Rededication Kicks Off Homecoming Weekend
It was a beautiful autumn evening on Friday, Oct. 11 as faculty, staff, students and alumni gathered outside Bowman Hall for the rededication of the newly renovated classroom building. The BC Screamin’ Eagles Marching Band opened the ceremony with a selection of upbeat songs, and speaker Dr. Larry Czarda ’74, president of Greensboro College, joked […]
Bridgewater College unveils Bowman Hall renovations
[…]
