Career development seminar prepares graduating students for job hunt
Graduating students from different departments of Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation joined the final installment of the Career Development Program to prepare for their future career journeys.
The program opened with a prayer, the singing of the national anthem and the MSEUF hymn, led by host Mathew Gonzalbo.
April Marquez of the Guidance and Counseling Office under the Office of Student Affairs and Services delivered the opening remarks. She congratulated the graduating students and encouraged them to remain hopeful, prepared and focused as they begin their respective career paths.
The seminar featured Tristan Mari Josua Francisco, a psychologist, who discussed wellness and the realities of job hunting. Francisco emphasized the importance of resilience and reminded students that rejection may be part of the employment process, but they should continue pursuing their goals with determination and a clear sense of purpose.
The session encouraged students to prepare not only their credentials and skills but also their mindset as they transition from academic life to the professional world. It also highlighted the importance of emotional readiness, self-awareness and perseverance in building a meaningful career.
The activity served as a fitting conclusion to the Career Development Program by helping graduating students gain practical and personal insights for life after graduation.
The seminar aligned with Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation’s commitment to student-centered and outcomes-oriented education by preparing students for employment, personal growth and lifelong success. It also reflected the core values of Mindfulness, Excellence and Fortitude by encouraging students to care for their well-being, strengthen their career readiness and remain resilient in the face of challenges.
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being – The seminar promoted wellness, emotional readiness and resilience among graduating students preparing for employment.
- SDG 4: Quality Education – The activity supported career learning and helped students prepare for their transition from school to work.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – The program strengthened students’ employability by discussing job hunting realities, career preparation and workplace readiness.
