Bridgewater College Center for Engaged Learning

01/06/2023

Don't forget that there's only one more week for the Library Research Award! First prize is $250 and second prize is $150. The deadline to submit your application for the award is next Friday, the 13th at 11:59 p.m.

All you need to submit is a research assignment completed during the Spring 2022 or Fall 2022 semesters, a 300-500 word reflection on the research process, and a signed recommendation form from the faculty member who assigned your research assignment.

Don't forget about the Library Research Award! First prize is $250 and second prize is $150. The deadline to submit your application for the award is next Friday, the 13th at 11:59 p.m.

All you need to submit is a research assignment completed during the Spring 2022 or Fall 2022 semesters, a 300-500 word reflection on the research process, and a signed recommendation form from the faculty member who assigned your research assignment.

For more information, click here: https://libguides.bridgewater.edu/research-award

10/19/2022

Career Exploration Day is nearly here! Join Bridgewater College Center for Career Development this Thursday, October 20 from 1 to 4pm in the Funkhouser Center to meet with BC alumni and recruiters from over 35 companies covering a wide range of fields and majors.

Attendees will also have a chance to win a $100 BC Spirit Store shopping spree! https://buff.ly/3rQfmdO

Career Exploration Day is nearly here! Join us Thursday, October 20 from 1 to 4pm in the Funkhouser Center to meet with BC alumni and recruiters from over 35 companies covering a wide range of fields and majors. Attendees will also have a chance to win a $100 BC Spirit Store shopping spree! https://buff.ly/3rQfmdO

10/05/2022

Join us Thursday, October 6 at 5:00 in front of the FLC to celebrate the Palestinian Olive Harvest Festival.

BC students hailing from Palestine will share their traditions around this important part of Palestinian culture. Celebrate with us and learn about the importance of these customs persisting in the face of struggles and obstacles faced by Palestinians across the globe and enjoy hummus, pita, and olives.

Sponsored by the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and the Office of International Student Services.

Rain location: KCC Lobby

Join us Thursday, October 6 at 5:00 in front of the FLC to celebrate the Palestinian Olive Harvest Festival.

BC students hailing from Palestine will share their traditions around this important part of Palestinian culture. Celebrate with us and learn about the importance of these customs persisting in the face of struggles and obstacles faced by Palestinians across the globe.

Sponsored by the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and the Office of International Student Services.

Rain location: KCC Lobby

10/04/2022

The Virginia Psychological Science and Human Services Graduate School Fair is next week! Explore graduate programs with representatives from all over Virginia.

Thursday, October 6, 2022, 3-6p.m. in Kline Campus Center. Find more info here: bridgewater.edu/vapsfair .

The Virginia Psychological Science and Human Services Graduate School Fair is next week! Explore graduate programs with representatives from all over Virginia. Thursday, October 6, 2022, 3-6p.m. in Kline Campus Center. Find more info here: https://buff.ly/3y3Og6m.

09/12/2022

Join the Center for Career Development at Harrisonburg JC Penney on Sunday, September 18th between 6 and 8 PM for the JC Penney Suit-Up Event! Get career ready with 30-50% off on select careerwear, shoes and accessories. More info can be found at http://bridgewater.edu/careerevents

The first 15 students will receive a FREE BC branded leather padfolio!

Your BC Career Center staff will be on site at JC Penney to offer assistance and answer any questions!

06/13/2022

We're excited to welcome two new faculty directors to the Center for Engaged Learning!

Benjamin Erickson is the inaugural Director of Community Engagement and Dr. Elizabeth MacDougall has been selected as the Director of Student Research.

BC’s CEL combines academics with extracurricular programming to enhance students’ college experiences while helping them become responsible to and active in communities.

03/28/2022

The virtual event is available to the public and can be accessed via Zoom at bridgewater.edu/addario.

03/10/2022

How To Excel In Your Career (And Life)
Friday, March 11 in Cole Hall
3:30-4:30p.m.

Learn how to:

-Become the “CEO” of your career
-Stand out in your job search
-Stay motivated
-Build your network
-And better tell your story through "brand building"

Presented by: Antonio Neves, best-selling author of Stop Living on Autopilot and 50 Ways To Excel In Your First Job, host of The Antonio Neves Show and award-winning journalist. He is a graduate of Western Michigan University and holds a Masters degree from Columbia University.

Read more about Antonio here: https://buff.ly/3IWB1YG

COUNTS FOR FILA 450 PORTFOLIO CREDIT!

02/18/2022

Bridgewater College's Career and Internship Fair is Tuesday, March 8, 10am - 1pm in the Forrer Learning Commons!

All students are encouraged to attend! This is a great opportunity to meet employers who are searching for students just like you to fill full-time jobs, part-time jobs, seasonal positions, and internships.

Be sure your resume is ready BEFORE SPRING BREAK! Make an appointment on Handshake to get your resume reviewed, attend a Resume 101 workshop, or check out the Career Fair Prep Guide (found through the link below) for resume guides.

More info on http://bridgewater.edu/careerfair/students

12/09/2021

Students, did you know some CEL offices are on the Penji app?

Penji is a one-stop app for all your scheduling needs on campus you can access the Center for Career Development and the Office for Study Abroad on the app, as well as:

• Academic Coaching
• Academic Support & the Transition Program
• Academic Tutoring
• Digital Scholarship Gurus
• Disability Services
• Learning and Research Services
• Math Center
• Writing Center

The Penji app is available to download through the iOS App Store and Google Play. Or you can access Penji via web browser and get the same experience by going to https://web.penjiapp.com/login and click “Or sign In with SSO” and enter your BC credentials.

Message us if you need assistance accessing Penji!

06/29/2021

This summer the CEL says goodbye to Dr. Jill Lassiter, who has ably led the Wade Institute for Teaching and Learning since 2019. Dr. Lassiter has taught in the Health & Human Sciences department since 2009, served as the Faculty Athletic Liaison for baseball, spearheaded alcohol abuse prevention and bystander intervention programs at BC, and mentored countless students. She is an active scholar and a beloved colleague.

We will miss you, Jill!

04/28/2021

Win one of ten hammocks by having an activated Handshake account! Connect with employers who are specifically looking for college students just like you! Activate your Handshake account using your BC email address at bridgewater.joinhandshake.com. Contest entry deadline is April 30.

Also, SENIORS – complete your First Destination Surveys on Handshake for a chance to win a $250 Amazon gift card from Handshake!