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"Graduates will adhere to the code of ethics in their chosen profession and act with honesty and fairness. They will prioritize their tasks, manage their time, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability and reliability."
Students develop professionalism skills as they participate in communities of their courses, their campuses, their residence halls, their families, and their communities. Employers expect graduates to demonstrate control of professional abilities, knowing how to tailor behaviors, attitudes, and approaches to unique situations and contexts. Development and refinement of ach of the skills in the Graduate Profile contributes to a professional disposition and readiness. Graduates will be able to demonstrate character and those traits that are not just expected, but also desirable, in a professional, the kinds of abilities found in leaders in a variety of industries.
Teaching Professional Skills
“Why Soft Skills Matter in Higher Education and Career Development” | The Evolllution
Article interpreting how higher education helps students develop soft skills including communication, adaptability, and camaraderie.
How to Help the Student Become the Professional | National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
Article on best practices in career development, including ways for students to identify and bridge gaps in their professional readiness. Emphasizes a learning, or growth, mindset so students can see themselves as intentionally developing desirable professional abilities.
Student to Student: Professionalism is a Vital Skill to Display in the Workplace | Illinois State University
Student-facing article that provides examples of professionalism and tips for developing professionalism from a student’s perspective.
Student Guide to Personal Professionalism | University of Surrey
Practical guide for students to explore multiple dimensions of what it means to live, act, and work professionally. Many accessible ideas for students to consider and apply to their college experience and beyond.
From Campus to Career: Equipping College Students with Workforce Development Skills | LinkedIn/Megan Rose
LinkedIn article discussing work-ready skills students must develop, what employers look for in graduates, and how internships and similar experiences can be used to intentionally prepare students for careers. [may require LinkedIn account to access]
Beyond the Classroom: Developing Students’ Professional Social Skills | Association for Psychological Science
Faculty-focused article that addresses extracurricular student development opportunities, as well as ways to incorporate professional skills into academic curriculum. Primarily directed at psychology instructors but broadly applicable.
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