Author: J. Michael DeAngelis

J. Michael DeAngelis is the Information Specialist in Career Services and Editor-at-Large of this blog. He is also a professional playwright and actor.

Pathways

The 2011-2012 edition of Pathways: The Career Services Manual is now available online!

Pathways is prepared each school year to provide students, parents, alumni and employers with an overview of the Career Services office.  Inside, you’ll find sample resumes and cover letters, guidelines for On Campus Recruiting, information about career fairs, interview advice and even examples of business etiquette and attire.

Physical copies of the book are available year-round in our office, as well as other major campus hubs and resources centers.  Incoming freshmen and new graduate students may be given a copy as part of their new student orientation and parents can pick up copies during move-in or over Parent’s Weekend in the fall.

This year, we are also please to provide two electronic editions.  A PDF version for your PC, Mac or Amazon Kindle and an ePub version for your iOS device, Nook or other completable e-reader.  Click on the link of your choice now and begin utilizing the many resources that Pathways has to offer, as the summer winds down and we gear up for yet another exciting year here at Penn.

By the Book: GOLD Performing Arts Database

by J. Michael DeAngelis, Information Specialist

Toy Theater

In this month’s “By the Book” installment, I’d actually like to draw your attention not to the impressive collection of printed materials we have on hand at the Career Services library, but to our newly expanded online database offerings.

The online databases are members-only websites that usually require paid memberships.  Students and alumni of the University of Pennsylvania have free access to these sites thanks to special arrangements made by Career Services.  A complete list of our database subscriptions, along with entry links can be found on our Electronic Subscriptions page.  Please note: A PennKey is required to access this page.  Alumni of the University who are in need of, or have forgotten, their PennKey should visit this site first.

One of the newest additions to our database collection is the Greyhouse Performing Arts Directory.  Something like this has been in much demand from our student body and we are pleased to be able to offer it at last.  The database collects contact information and vital statistics for performing arts venues across the country – from theater companies to opera houses and from dance venues to concert halls.  There are also listings for related fields such as Artist Management and Festival Organizers.

The database is searchable by location and organization type.  Search results (where applicable) will yield contact information, as well as the names of important people in the organization, a mission statement, a description of the venue and the audiences it reaches.  Unlike print directories that offer similar information, the online database is updated on a regular basis, so the information you retrieve is current.

This is a great resource for students and alumni interested in working in the arts in any capacity.  It’s a wonderful way to find contacts at arts organizations in your area – large or small!

Navigating the database can be tricky for a first time user.  Be sure to consult this User’s Guide for assistance.

Independence Day

In observance of Independence Day, Career Services will be closing at 2pm on Friday, July 1st until 9am Tuesday, July 5th.

We wish you all a safe and happy fourth of July.  Remember, that if you need assistance over the holiday weekend, this blog and the Career Services website can provide you with answers to many of your questions, along with a vast range of career related resources.

Happy 4th!

– Your Penn Career Services staff

Notice: Memorial Day Weekend

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, Career Services will be closing at 2:00pm on Friday, May 27th and will remain closed until 9:00am on Tuesday, May 31st.

We hope that you have a wonderful holiday weekend.  Remember, Career Services is open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday over the summer and you can always access this blog or our website for more information.