Early Career Alumni

The first decade of your career may include a new career, finishing graduate school, learning new skills, starting a family, and more. We offer several resources to support you in your unique journey.

Resources for Early Career Alumni

Edinboro University offers several tools and resources to alumni in the first decade of their lives after college. Many are low-cost or even free! Check out the resources below:

Continuing EducationDid you know that Edinboro University offers fully online continuing education and skills training? Whether you are interested in polishing your design skills, learning new leadership skills, or becoming certified in your industry, the Continuing Education Department offers a full suite of options. View a full list of all available courses and career training offerings.
GRE Prep SeriesAre you considering graduate school? Check out the Graduate Entrance Exam (GRE) Prep Series!
Personalized Pennsylvania License PlatesContact your Alumni Office to request a special organization registration plate application or print this registration plate application. The fee required with the application is $25.00. Payment is to be made by check or money order payable to “Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.”
 
Lifelong Learning InstituteThe Lifelong Learning Institute at LECOM, a partnership between Edinboro University, Gannon University, Mercyhurst University and Penn State Behrend, provides the opportunity for intellectual as well as all other dimensions of wellness through lifelong learning. Classes and activities challenge the individual to exercise the mind and to participate in the adventure of discovery.
Career DevelopmentWhether you are still trying to find your passion. want to change careers, or just want to update your resume, we offer a range of online courses in career development to help you thrive. Edinboro University alumni also have lifelong access to our online career assessment tool and our online job board. Alumni who graduated within the last three years are eligible for at least one career coaching session with a professional staff member of the Center for Career Development and Experiential Learning. Email careerdevelopment@edinboro.edu to learn more.
Edinboro University Alumni AssociationAll Edinboro University alumni are automatically members of the EUAA,  Incorporated in 1972, the Alumni Association has transitioned from the fundraising arm of the university (formerly managing the Phonathon annual giving program) to an organization built to support alumni events and foster a network of Edinboro alumni across the world.

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