Event 1: Business in Fashion Panel
Location: Howard University School of Business
Attending the Business in Fashion Panel helped me understand how the fashion industry blends creativity with business strategy and how your appearance means everything. Professionals explained how marketing, branding, and consumer trends shape the field, and how versatility matters in a fast-changing industry. I learned the importance of building connections early and how networking can open opportunities. The event showed me how my business interests could connect to creative fields and expanded my perspective on career options.
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Event 2: Barclays Takeover Day
Location: Howard University School of Business
Barclays Takeover Day showed me careers in financial services and what it takes to succeed in the industry. Speaking with Barclays professionals helped me understand their expectations regarding communication, leadership, and technical skills. I saw how valuable it is to form relationships with recruiters and industry experts. This event boosted my confidence about exploring finance careers and helped me understand the importance of networking in professional growth. It showed me how important a team of like minded you can achieve a lot of success.
Event 3: New York Life Information Session
Location: Wayne A.I. Frederick Undergraduate Library
This session helped me understand how New York Life operates as a financial services organization and the variety of career paths it offers. I learned how the company values service, integrity, and long-term client relationships. The presenters explained how interns and new graduates are supported through mentorship and development opportunities. This event broadened my understanding of the financial industry and helped me see how my skills could fit into a mission-driven organization and how long nights and early mornings can be very challenging but also be very rewarding in the long run.
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Event 4: Levi’s “Get in Where You F.I.T. In” Internship Session
Location: Online — School of Business
This session was held virtually. It introduced me to Levi Strauss & Co.’s internship program and what they value in young professionals. I learned how important curiosity, teamwork, and adaptability are in a real corporate environment. The presenters went into detail how interns contribute to meaningful projects, which showed me how seriously the company takes early talent development. The virtual event helped me understand what companies expect from students and motivated me to continue growing professionally.