Do skills matter more than degrees and GPA?

Posted By: eljohnson@smumn.edu On: 2026-09-09
Posted On: 2026-09-09

With 70% of employers participating in the Job Outlook 2026 survey reported using skills-based hiring rather than focusing on degrees or GPA, it’s important to know how to appeal to employers with your skill set.

Join us for our Skills-Based Hiring workshop to learn how employers are shifting from degree-focused to skills-focused hiring and how you can prepare for the change.

You’ll learn how to:
🔍 Identify your core strengths
🧠 Articulate your experience
✨ Showcase your value on resumes, applications, and interviews

📅 Wednesday, September 16
🕑 12:15–1:00 p.m.
💻 Virtual (Zoom)

Ready to step up your career? Register on Handshake to receive the Zoom link!