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Career support at WashU doesn’t end at graduation—it evolves. The CCE stands as a lifelong partner to alumni, continuing to offer coaching, job boards, and access to resources through platforms like Handshake and WashU CNX. “Once you’re part of WashU, you’re part of our community for life,” said Guerra Gaier. “Alumni can schedule appointments with […]

The CCE doesn’t just prepare students for jobs—it helps them discover who they are and who they want to become. From the moment students set foot on campus (and often before), the CCE encourages early engagement grounded in exploration and self-discovery. “We do not expect our students to know exactly what they want to do […]

Through partnerships on campus and beyond, WashU’s Center for Career Engagement connects learning to life. Faculty collaborations bring career exploration into the classroom, while industry partnerships open doors for students to connect with meaningful employment.

At WashU, career readiness isn’t an afterthought. It’s part of the student experience from the start, and the Center for Career Engagement (CCE) plays a vital role in building partnerships and frameworks that nurture a career culture grounded in self-discovery and exploration. “The Center for Career Engagement was established to ensure that all students have […]

Natalia Ramos and Rishika Jeyaprakash are on different academic paths at WashU, Ramos focusing on policy and education and Jeyaprakash on medicine and space science. Yet their student experiences intersect through a shared goal—redefining what it means to lead. “Being a leader is not just about being the loudest voice, it’s also about being the […]

For Naima Pyarali, community has been the defining thread of her WashU experience. Originally from Albuquerque, N. M., she came to the university drawn to its tight-knit culture—something she has since helped strengthen for others through her work as a resident advisor (RA). “I knew since my first year that I wanted to be an […]

Whether in a dark room cycling class or a high-energy Tread & Shred session, instructors like Ari Lerner, Keysha Gem Patel, Sadra Marjai and Blair Franciscus are discovering that leading workouts is about more than fitness. It’s about fostering relationships, inspiring others, and cultivating a shared sense of belonging. In the process, they’re learning to […]

Ari Lerner, Class of 2027, found confidence and connection through teaching Dark Room Cycle, discovering how leadership can grow from shared energy and encouragement.

Keysha Gem Patel, Class of 2026, approaches each class as a space for gratitude and teamwork, using movement to strengthen community and inspire collective motivation.

Sadra Marjai, Class of 2028, has deepened his sense of belonging through the Sumers Rec community, developing adaptability, communication, and confidence as a leader and peer mentor.