Final Week to Register: Your Encouragement Makes the Difference
Registration for Cardinal Career Prep closes in just one week on September 30, and student sign-ups are currently lower than expected.
Our post-event evaluations consistently reveal one key factor: faculty and staff encouragement is the #1 reason students register. Many students doubt their readiness or assume they are “too early” in their college career to participate. A quick nudge from you can change their entire career trajectory. As one past student shared:
“I wouldn’t have attended if my professor hadn’t told me—and I’m so glad I did.”
On Tuesday, October 6, 2026 (9 AM – 2 PM, Hall of Fame Room – David R. Thies Arena), Cardinal Career Prep gives students low-stakes, high-impact practice through 1-on-1 resume reviews and mock interviews with real hiring managers and alumni.
Event Highlights
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Mock Interviews: Direct practice with employers and Saint Mary’s alumni
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Resume Reviews: Personalized, actionable feedback from HR experts
Featured Employers & Sponsors
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Fastenal (Premier Sponsor)
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Northwestern Mutual (Gold Sponsor)
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Mayo Clinic
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Benchmark
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Emplify Health
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Saint Mary’s alumni across multiple industries
3 Quick Ways You Can Help This Week
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Make a quick announcement: Take 60 seconds at the start of class or send a brief Canvas message with this registration link: https://smumn.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1994308
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Remind student workers: Encourage your departmental student staff to attend and allow them time away to participate.
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Emphasize early prep: Remind freshmen and sophomores that this isn’t just for seniors—it’s designed to build confidence at every level.
Your advocacy is the single most effective tool we have to ensure students build the skills and confidence to succeed. Thank you for your partnership in championing our students’ futures.
Share this link directly with your students to sign up on Handshake before September 30: https://smumn.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1994308
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: Fastenal (Premier Sponsor) and Northwestern Mutual (Gold Sponsor).
