Student Resources
Professional Development
developing your degree plan
Before you meet with your academic advisor, it is best to prepare a draft copy of a working degree plan. Sometimes they will not be able to meet with you more than one time, so you want to use your time with your advisor wisely. Click on the videos to review the 5 steps to take to prepare.
Elevator Pitch
There is just a snippet of time to showcase yourself during career fairs and interviews. You want to give a quick insight into your achievements and professional desires. If you speak off the top of your head, you will inevitably leave something out or begin to ramble. So, it is essential to put time into creating your elevator pitch and keep it to 30 seconds or less. Click below to learn about the basics of putting together your elevator pitch.
Letters of Recommendation
It isn't always easy to ask for a letter of recommendation. In fact, sometimes it can be daunting. There are so many things to figure out, like who to ask, how to ask, what needs to be provided to your advocate etc. Click below to learn how to ask for letters of recommendation from the beginning to the end and what to share with your advocate when they agree to help you.
Letters of Recommendation Guidance
interviews
Going after the job you want is exciting and nerve wracking. What to wear, what to say, what to ask, the list can go on forever. Below are different resources to help navigate your way through:
From ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ's Career Center: Learn how to master the interview with the STAR Method:
Financial Literacy
A financial literacy presentation that covers budgeting, credit, debt and loans! Filled with important and useful information for students.
Support
Academic Support
The Center for Accommodations and Support Services (CASS) aspires to provide students with disabilities, accommodations and support services to help them pursue their academic, graduation, and career goals.
Students who need assistance with homework, reviewing, or understanding class material, the tutoring centers are built to aid students in these areas and help them succeed in their classes.
Mental Health Support
The University Counseling Center is dedicated to providing high quality mental health services that support students’ ability to benefit from their experience at the University of Texas at El Paso.
Opportunities Database
This database is filled with opportunities for students in the ways of: Fellowships, Internships, Part-Time Jobs, and Research Opportunities. Dates and Details below!
Extra-Curricular
Student Organizations
- Science
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- STEM
- Nursing/Medicine
- Health