Human Sciences Day is a professional development opportunity, occurring annually in the spring, for students and alumni of the College of Arts and Human Sciences. This event is a collaboration between Career Services and the College of Arts and Human Sciences to help students explore career opportunities in nonprofit, government, public and private companies, along with graduate school. Students and alumni can engage in purposeful career conversations and network with employers to gain perspectives of what they can do for an internship or professional position after earning their degree.
Agenda from event held on April 8, 2026:
Career Services Presents: What Can I Do with This Degree?
Hear from our Career Services team as they share tips on career exploration and resources to utilize as you consider where your degree might take you.
Polytechnic Putt Putt
Take a swing at career readiness! Putt your way through a mini‑golf course where each hole highlights key skills employers look for. You’ll chat with faculty and employers along the way to see how these skills connect to real‑world opportunities, all while navigating creative obstacles inspired by UW–Stout programs.
Employer Panel: Careers in Government & Nonprofit
Hear from professionals in local government and nonprofit organizations as they share their career journeys and offer insights on building a career in these impactful fields.
Panelists:
- Eric Huse, Government Administrator at Eau Claire County (B.S. Human Development & Family Studies, 2016)
- Terri Bollinger, LPC, CRC, Executive Director of Community Services at Aurora Community Services (M.S. Vocational Rehabilitation, 1997)
- John Englund, Executive Director of Menomonie East & South YMCA's (B.S. Service Management, 2006)
- Hope Turvaville, Director of Workforce at the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
Interview Gone Wrong: Mock Interview Demonstrations
Watch interviews come to life through skits that highlight common mistakes and best‑practice strategies. Learn what to do (and what not to do!) when it’s your turn in the hot seat.
Employer Panel: Articulating Your Skills
Discover how to connect classroom experiences to real-world job opportunities and learn strategies to confidently showcase your skills in interviews, at networking events, and beyond.
Panelists:
- Nikki Deziel, LPC, Owner and Licensed Professional Counselor at Expansive Energy Counseling (M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2008)
- Lynnea White, MS, Director of Program Services at Ventures Unlimited (M.S. Applied Psychology, 2011)
- Srimukhi Margaret Vemavarapu, Research & Development Scientist at Vets Plus Inc. (M.S. Food Science & Technology, 2025)
- Brittany Nessel, MS, LPC, CSAC, ICS, Clinical Director at Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2010 & B.S. Human Development & Family Studies, 2007)
UW-Stout StudentI highly recommend anyone doing this. It really helped me see places I was interested in.