Resolution 22-05: PICTURE YOUR FUTURE

Number 22-05
Description This resolution asks that The University of Texas at Arlington and the Career Development Center invest in a free and accessible professional headshot booth.
Authored by Cindy Cruz-Rodriguez
Sponsored by Gunnika Kapoor
Date Submitted Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Date Considered Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Committee Special Affairs
Result Passed By Legislative Branch
Remarks
Whereas The University of Texas at Arlington has the Career Development Center available for students to have peer-reviewed resumes and cover letters; and
Whereas Access to Handshake is free for students to apply for jobs and LinkedIn learning to received certifications through modules; and
Whereas The University of Texas at Arlington hosts the Career Fair and the College of Engineering Career Fair for students to interview and seek internships, co-ops. And entry-level employment at a wide range of local companies; and
Whereas Students are given the resume format interview STAR methods techniques. And mock interviews. The opportunity to develop soft skills and create an individual brand is an opportunity to grow through headshots and portfolios; and
Be It Further Resolved That The University of Texas at Arlington and the Career Development Center invest in a professional headshot booth for students, faculty, and staff to brand themselves professionally. The service is to be free and accessible for students.