All Things PDP
Exploring Avenues for Personal Development and Professional Achievement
Using opportunities provided by the University context, complete activities that require you to face a personal challenge or to help advance your personal or academic achievement in new ways.
You are not limited to these activities. You are also encouraged to find activities of your own to make it personal.
Keep in mind, activities are not limited to certain categories, it all depends on the category rationale you provide to your TA.
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Some activities can be done at any time of the year and do not have a specific date or time associated with them, these activities can be found at the bottom of the page.
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DO NOT sign up for any activity without prior approval of the activity and category from your TA.
Fuel Your Passion
August 27 & 28, 9:00 - 11:30 am in Grawn Hall 166
Join IBIE in the Idea Den (Grawn 166) for donuts, coffee, and inspiration! Discover the tools and support for student entrepreneurs from all areas of study. All majors/minors invited!
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Beta Alpha Psi Information Night
Thursday, September 4th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm in Grawn Hall 166
Join Beta Alpha Psi, the honor society for accounting and information disciples, will host its information meeting on Thursday, September 4th, from 7:00 - 8:00 PM in Grawn 206. All interested students are invited to attend. Food will be served afterward. Come meet their helpful and friendly officers and board members and start your journey from student to professional. We will discuss membership requirements, meeting schedules, tutoring, and other opportunities in BAP.
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Ignite Your Passion: IBIE Info Session
September 5th AND 12th, 12:00 - 12:30 pm in Grawn Hall 166
Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Looking to start your own business one day? Learn how the Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship can help you develop your ideas, find amazing mentors, and accomplish your future goals during our short fall 2025 info sessions. Join us for a short talk and tour of the IDEA Den, meet the friendly IBIE staff and learn about the resources and connections available at IBIE.
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Helping Professions Expo - Pathways to Purpose
September 10th, 11:00 - 2:00 pm in the Bovee University Center Terrace Rooms
The Helping Professions Expo is your chance to connect with local organizations offering volunteer, internship and job opportunities in fields like social work, psychology, public health, criminal justice and more.
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Learn about career pathways.
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Network with professionals.
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Get insider advice from agency reps.
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Open to all declared or undeclared majors.
Stop by the Social Work table for a chance to win CMU gear!
Come curious. Leave connected and inspired.
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First Gen Mixer and Resource Fair
September 10th, 4:00 - 6:00 pm in the SAC NIRSA Room
This event is a great opportunity for First Gen students to find support, make connections, and build your CMU community!
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Wired for Connections: The Science of Happiness, Friendship, and Loneliness
September 10th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm in the CMED Building, room 1404
This talk is designed to help you reflect on your own experiences with connection. We’ll dive into the science of loneliness and social support, explore how your current relationships might be affecting your well-being, and look at how leisure-based social structures—like clubs, teams, and shared hobbies—can foster meaningful, reciprocal friendships. Whether you're thriving socially or feeling a little lost, this conversation is for you. Because everyone deserves to feel connected—and sometimes, understanding the “why” behind our feelings is the first step toward building the kind of friendships that truly matter.
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Meet The Recruiters
September 11th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm in Finch Fieldhouse
The Beta Alpha Psi/Career Development Center Meet the Recruiters event will be held in Finch Fieldhouse on Thursday, Sep. 11, 2025, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
The event is an opportunity for students to apply for internships and full-time positions directly with company recruiters. Meet the Recruiters generally focuses on students with majors or minors in Accounting, BIS and Finance though all students are welcome to attend. Generally, about 40 firms recruit at the event with a wide variety of internship and full-time opportunities. The doors will open at 6:00 pm sharp, and light refreshments will be available. Business professional dress is recommended, and students should bring a resume, if possible.
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Beginner's Guide to Adobe Express
Friday, September 19th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm in Park Library
Intimidated by Adobe? This workshop is perfect for beginners! Learn the ins and outs of the user-friendly, all-in-one design tool: Adobe Express! The workshop will cover how to design flyers, social media posts, logos, resumes, and more in Adobe Express. MUST register to attend.
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Fire Up Fest
Friday, September 19th, 5:00 - 9:00 pm Downtown Mt. Pleasant
Office of Student Activities & Involvement is hosting a kickoff to the 2025 school year with food, live music, games, volunteering and giveaways.
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Beginner's Guide to Photoshop
Friday, October 3rd, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Park Library Room 209
​Join this workshop to get a beginner's introduction to the powerful design tool: Adobe Photoshop! The workshop will cover the basics of working in Photoshop, beginner photo editing and photo manipulation. You must register to attend.
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All Major Career Fair
Friday, October 10th, 9:00 - 2:00 pm Finch Fieldhouse
The All Major Career Fair, hosted by the Career Development Center and the College of Business Administration, is a forum for students to connect with employers who are offering challenging internships and professional entry-level job opportunities. It is open to ALL CMU undergraduate majors, graduate students, and recent alumni.
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