Beyond The Diploma Conference 2026

Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Student Center Ballroom A, Eastern Michigan University

Hosted by: EMU SHRM Chapter, COB Professional Development and Ethics Committee, and Cooper Leadership

Event Overview:Step into a day designed to ignite your career! Learn insights from the employer side of the desk and how to succeed at networking dinners. Get personalized resume tailoring and make connections that could land you your next job. Join us for a day of opportunities to nurture your professional skills.

What to Expect:

• Professional Headshots: Get a professional headshot taken between 8:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. to enhance your LinkedIn profile and resume.
• Leadership Session: Participate in an engaging session with Career Transition Coach William "Bill" Kieffer, titled "Leadership at Every Rank: Transition and Entrepreneurship Post-Graduation."
• Resume Review Roundtable: Receive personalized feedback on your resume from the Professional Development Ethics Committee. Please bring 3 printed copies of your resume.
• Business Etiquette Presentation: Learn essential business etiquette skills from Keith Soster during a lunch-and-learn session.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow students, professionals, and speakers throughout the event.

Agenda:

• 8:45 AM - 9:00 AM: Arrival, light refreshments, and getting settled
• 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Welcome Remarks, Introductions, and Icebreaker
• 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Leadership Session with William "Bill" Kieffer
• 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM: Break
• 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM: Resume Review Roundtable
• 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM: Break
• 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM: Lunch & Learn Business Etiquette Presentation with Keith Soster
• 1:45 PM - 2:00 PM: Closing remarks and networking

Additional Information:

• Catering: Lunch will be provided by EMU Dining
• Invited Guests: Veterans, Management and COB students, WCC students
• LBC: Receive 4 LBC Credits for attending

For any information or questions, please contact: [email protected]

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your professional skills and expand your network. We look forward to seeing you there!

Info: Start your day with light refreshments and get settled in for an exciting day of learning and networking.

Info: Let's kick off the conference with a warm welcome, introductions, and a fun icebreaker to get to know your fellow attendees.

Info: Join William "Bill" Kieffer for an inspiring session on "Leadership at Every Rank: Transition and Entrepreneurship Post-Graduation." He will discuss “insights from the employer side of the desk” as you navigate the career world post-graduation and what entrepreneurship could look like.

Info: Take a short break to recharge and prepare for the next session.

Info: Participate in a roundtable discussion with the Professional Development Ethics Committee to get personalized feedback and guidance on your resume. Please bring 3 printed copies of your resume

Info: Another brief break to stretch and get ready for the lunch session.

Info: Enjoy lunch and a presentation on business dining etiquette, providing tips and best practices during professional interactions.

Info: Take the opportunity to network with other attendees as we wrap up the conference.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Student Center Ballroom A - Eastern Michigan University, 900 Oakwood Street, Ypsilanti, United States

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