The Power of Relationships: Leadership Insights from a Military Affairs Expert

This week on The FourBlock Podcast, we welcome USAA’s* Military Affairs Relationship Director Charles “Chuck” Bunch, a 20+ year retired U.S. Air Force veteran who works alongside fellow retired officers and senior noncommissioned officers on USAA’s Military Affairs team to …

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Beyond The Finish Line

Caterina D’Onofrio grew up in a swimming pool. The daughter of a water polo coach, she spent her free time playing in the water while slowly evolving into a competitive athlete.

“My parents were determined, and thanks to their resilience, …

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The Importance of an Intersectional Lens on Disabilities

Meet Meta’s Krista Rae Szaflaraski (Manager, Global People with Disabilities Recruiting Programs, based in Austin, Texas) and Maria Achieng Onyango (Director, Global DEI Recruiting Enablement & Programs, based in London, UK). Krista Rae and Maria are passionate about disability …

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What Accessible Design and Engineering Look Like at Quip (With 6 Tips for Your Company)

Christina Xu has long been interested in accessible design. As the product manager for the Accessibility (A11y) team at real-time collaboration software company Quip, it’s more than just a passing fascination—it’s a key part of her job.

Because Quip makes …

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Unveiling Success: 5 Game-Changing Insights from Trailblazing Latina Entrepreneurs

In the exhilarating world of entrepreneurship, the path to success is often paved with untold stories of resilience, innovation, and transformation. At Amigahood Elevate, we believe in the power of shared experiences, which is why we’ve created the “Behind The …

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Fall 2024 McCafferty Internship Stipend Recipients

Every Fall & Spring semester, the McCafferty Career Center is able to award $1000 to a select number of students who are participating in un-paid, off-campus internships.

All students are encouraged to apply! To find out more about the McCafferty …

By Gina Minnucci
Gina Minnucci Career Content Coordinator
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Resilience and Representation: Breaking Barriers in STEM with Jeyra Arocho

In this Career Spotlight episode, I talk with Jeyra Arocho, an Afro Latina fire protection engineer and trailblazer. Jeyra, who was displaced from her home of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, shares the challenges she has overcome in her career, …

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Networking in a New Country: Tips for Recently Immigrated Hispanic and Latinx Professionals

Networking with professionals in your industry is intimidating as is, let alone when you’re navigating it with potential language barriers and cultural differences. For Hispanic and Latinx professionals who have recently immigrated to the United States, networking can offer new …

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Empowering Black Professionals in the Age of AI

Ready or Not: artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a sci-fi concept. It’s here, reshaping industries and job markets at breakneck speed. For Black job seekers, the stakes are high. While AI offers exciting possibilities, it also presents unique …

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Increasing Your Confidence During Salary Negotiations

This episode is all about increasing your confidence during salary negotiations by advocating for yourself right now, regardless of how long you’ve been at your job. I share examples of how I have advocated for myself at different points in …

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