At UT Southern, we want to help you seize opportunities and prepare for life after graduation. Our Center for Academic Advising & Career Development is here to listen to you, work to connect your interests with opportunities, and help you explore. But, don’t take our word for it! View some of our students’ testimonials below.
Having someone to talk through ideas with and get personalized feedback on my résumé and interview prep has been incredibly helpful. The Center for Academic Advising & Career Development doesn’t just give advice and leave you on your own—they’re truly engaged, ask questions, and make you feel supported throughout the process. It’s been a real confidence boost knowing there’s someone who cares, is genuinely invested in your journey, and is always available to help you move forward.
I worked with the Center for Academic Advising & Career Development to create a résumé and cover letter, and to prepare for an interview. They gave prompts for job descriptions, cover letters, and questions to ask my interviewer, allowing me to think critically and equipping me with the tools needed to succeed after graduation. The resources he provided me with boosted my confidence going into the interview and helped me land a career opportunity!
The support I received had a huge impact on my chosen path. I always feel that the Center for Academic Advising & Career Development is sincerely interested in my success and knowing that I have someone who is always there for me makes all the difference. Whether it’s career counseling, preparation, help, or just sharing my thoughts and worries, I can always count on dedicated support. This commitment gives me the confidence to take the next steps into my future.
Our Academic Advising & Career Development team guides students throughout their UT Southern journeys to prepare for all aspects of life after graduation.
Stephen M. McBride, Ph.D.
Dr. McBride serves as the Director of Advising & Career Development at the University of Tennessee Southern, leading the dynamic team that guides students in both their academic growth and career advancement.