Faculty Partnership Center

Career Learning Objectives

To support these efforts, the College of Fine Arts and Communications has established five Career Learning Objectives (CLOs) that serve as a shared framework for student career readiness. These objectives complement existing academic and artistic goals while helping students connect their education to future pathways.

By graduation, every CFAC student should have opportunities to:

1. 1

   Understand Relevant Career Opportunities

   Identify and evaluate a range of career paths connected to their major, interests, and skills.

2. 2

   Design a Future Career Plan

   Develop and adapt a flexible career plan that includes multiple potential pathways aligned with personal values and goals.

3. 3

   Articulate Degree-Relevant Skills

   Clearly communicate transferable and discipline-specific skills to employers, graduate programs, and professional networks.

4. 4

   Participate in Experiential Learning

   Engage in meaningful experiential learning opportunities that build skills and inform career direction.

5. 5

   Launch a Career or Graduate Pathway

   Successfully transition to employment, graduate school, or other post-graduate pursuits with a clear strategy and professional readiness.

The resources on this page are designed to support faculty in advancing these objectives through existing courses, assignments, and student experiences. Whether you are looking for a classroom presentation, ready-to-use activities, curriculum resources, or a partner in developing career-focused learning experiences, CFAC Career Services is here to help.