Life After Eckerd

Join the Career Center for the Life After Eckerd series. This series of “how to” events will prepare those for what it is like once you leave Eckerd. Hear from panels of staff, faculty, and alumni on their advice on specific topics. 

All events will take place in ES100 from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Each event will have CPS credit available.


Monday, March 31st | How to: Find a Place to Live

Learn how to find a place to live after graduation. Hear from professionals on finding/sourcing a place to live, what leasing and contracts entail, and even if you should get a roommate or not.


Monday, April 7th | How to: Get Abroad

Learn how to get abroad successfully after graduation. Hear from professionals in different industries that took them abroad, understand proper documentation, and how to make money while abroad.


Monday, April 14th | How to: Make Enough Money

Learn how to make enough money to be successful after graduation. We will discuss understanding what a liveable wage may be, what goes into a compensation package, and values to consider when finding an employer. 


Monday, April 21st | How to: Leave “the Bubble”

Learn how to prepare to leave Eckerd, stay in touch with Eckerd and friends, how to make friends in a new location, how to overcome imposter syndrome in this new step of life, and getting excited for your next step!

Housing Search

Budgeting, Paychecks, Credit, & Taxes

Professional Tools

Professional Tools

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