The Career Champions Program connects the University of Oklahoma Career Center with faculty and staff across campus who are passionate about supporting students’ career and professional development. Career Champions serve as partners and advocates within their departments, helping ensure that career readiness and professional exploration are integrated into the student experience.
Through this program, the Career Center collaborates with campus partners to expand students’ access to career resources, strengthen connections between academic learning and career pathways, and promote opportunities that prepare students for life after graduation.
Career Champions are faculty or staff members who collaborate with the Career Center to support students’ career exploration and professional development within their academic units and departments.
By working together, Career Champions and the Career Center create a network of support that empowers students to explore possibilities, build professional skills, and confidently pursue their career goals.
Career development is most impactful when it is woven throughout a student’s academic journey. Faculty and staff are often the first people students turn to for advice about their futures, making them essential partners in preparing students for meaningful careers.
Career Champions receive tools, resources, and connections to help them support students effectively.
Faculty and staff who are interested in supporting students’ career exploration and professional development are encouraged to participate in the Career Champions Program.
To learn more about partnering with us and becoming a Career Champion, contact the OU Career Center or connect with your department’s Career Center liaison.
