Center for Career & Professional Development

About Us

“Explore. Experience. Engage. - Early and Often.”

The primary mission of the Southwestern University Center for Career & Professional Development is to empower Southwestern Pirates to shape their professional identities, develop 21st century career-readiness skills, and construct well-managed professional lives.

OUR TEAM

Our award-winning, experienced, and caring staff serve Southwestern students and alumni throughout the year. In addition to our professional staff, talented student staff are here to help.

LOCATION

The Center for Career & Professional Development is located in Ste. 140 of the Prothro Center for Lifelong Learning on University Avenue/Highway 29. Exit 261 from I-35 in Georgetown and travel east on University/Hwy. 29. The university is located between Maple Street and Southwestern Boulevard on your left. 

HOURS/APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING

The Center for Career & Professional Development is open throughout the long session (except university holidays) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. During the summer, the office closes from 12-1 p.m. Please stop by our office or call 512.863.1346 to schedule an appointment to meet with a career advisor. Drop-in advising is available periodically during the long session for resume/cover letter/statement review or short career advising questions. 

LOOKING TO SHARE A RESOURCE WITH OUR TEAM?

Please let us know about your product by filling out this form and someone from our team will reach out as we evaluate our needs each budget year.