Albright College Earns National Endorsement for Exceptional Career Development
Reading, PA (07/29/2021) — Recognizing the work of Albright College's Experiential Learning and Career Development Center (ELCDC), Albright College has been named a best college for career development by Colleges of Distinction.
With guidance from the ELCDC, Albright College students participate in experiences such as internships, study abroad and undergraduate research. The ELCDC team offers a variety of services for students, alumni and employers, assisting students in exploring majors, careers and experiential learning opportunities.
Collaborating with employers and community organizations to provide internships, service learning and employment opportunities, the ELCDC offers an array of programs, seminars and workshops to help students develop career opportunities, learn about resume construction, and build skills for networking and interviewing. It also supports student success with initiatives like the Career Closet, which helps to provide students with affordable professional attire.
The Colleges of Distinction honor recognizes schools with comprehensive four-year plans, advising and opportunities, such as those offered by Albright's ELCDC.
"The Career Development recognition goes beyond a job board and resume writing," said Tyson Schritter, chief operating officer at Colleges of Distinction. "Albright College has shown inventiveness in connecting with students throughout their academic careers and beyond. Students and graduates are fully supported by Albright College's outstanding career center."
Now in its 21st year, Colleges of Distinction is committed to honoring schools throughout the U.S. for true excellence in higher education. Member schools within the Colleges of Distinction consortium distinguish themselves through their dedicated focus on the undergraduate experience. For more information, visit CollegesofDistinction.com.
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Founded in 1856, Albright College is a diverse community of learners cultivating integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. The college's flexible curriculum encourages students to combine and cross majors to create individualized academic programs. Close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options create opportunities for Albright graduates to exceed their own expectations. Located in Reading, Pa., Albright enrolls more than 1,800 full-time undergraduates and 700 adult learners and graduate students.
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Albright College has been named a 2021-22 best college for career development by Colleges of Distinction.