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Victoria Dabrowski Schmidt '42 Workplace & Professional Development Symposium

Date & Time

Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Location

Trayes Hall, Douglass Student Center

100 George St New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

Victoria Dabrowski Schmidt '42 Workplace & Professional Development Symposium

11th Annual Victoria Dabrowski Schmidt '42 Workplace & Professional Development Symposium

THRIVE: Career Growth and Self Development at Every Stage – Learning, unlearning and relearning in changing times 

Whether you are a new graduate, beginning your career, exploring a new profession, advancing your career, considering retirement, or already retired, this year’s symposium will highlight the importance of learning, unlearning, and relearning in an ever-changing world. We will explore new ways to adapt, grow, and thrive while navigating changing industries and new opportunities. Participants will gain insights with actionable strategies and tools for both professional and personal development. 

We will cover a range of crucial topics, such as AI, personal branding, optimizing your resume and LinkedIn profile, retirement planning, learning new skills, non-linear career paths, networking and more. Please scroll down for our Symposium Schedule at a Glance, Symposium Keynote, Panels and Workshops Descriptions, and to learn about our Keynote, Panelists and Presenters.