Tate Risse Major: Animal Science (Industry), Minors: Ranch Management, Ag Business, Ag Marketing
My name is Tate Risse, and I am currently a Professional Services Technician (PST) for Trans Ova Genetics based in Sioux Center, Iowa. I started working at …
By Becky Pistulka
Becky PistulkaAssistant Director of Employer Engagement
The School of Communications and Journalism is officially the first whole department to become Career Champions.
On Thursday, August 20, 2026, I had the opportunity to facilitate a Career Champions Workshop with faculty and staff from the School of Communications …
What does it mean to “own” your career development?
Many students think career preparation starts in their final year of college when it’s time to apply for full-time jobs. However, career development begins the moment you start exploring who you …
When students think about career development, they often focus on resumes, internships, networking, and job searches. While these are important, one of the most valuable career development skills is often overlooked: self-reflection.
Self-reflection is the process of thinking intentionally about …
On Wednesday May 13 we hosted our 2nd Annual Employer Forum. This was an opportunity for us to review the career fairs for AY 2025-2026, preview the upcoming fall career fairs. We also had David Huffman, our International Student Advisor, …
For many college students, summer is synonymous with internships. But the reality is that not everyone lands one. A summer without an internship doesn’t have to mean a summer without progress. In fact, it can be a powerful opportunity to invest intentionally in your professional development. One of the most effective ways to do that is by completing online courses through the Career Academy from Coursera.
Internships are great, but freshmen often struggle to get them. Instead of defaulting to the same job you had in high school, you can choose something fun, adventurous, and surprisingly good for your personal growth. Ask any “old person” and …