Bryant & Stratton College Announces Career Exploration Days to Highlight In-Demand Career Fields for Local Residents

Series of events April 14-17 include one-on-one and group career sessions, a career fair, and daily prize drawings

HAMPTON, VA (April 7, 2014) – The Hampton & Virginia Beach campuses of Bryant & Stratton College announced today that they will host Career Exploration Days April 14 through April 17. The events are open to all Hampton Roads residents, whether they are considering starting or switching careers, or seeking jobs in the Business, Healthcare, Legal or Financial Services fields. A different career program will be highlighted each day with in-depth workshops and seminars led by top industry experts and insiders. The week-long event ends with a career fair with a number of the area’s leading companies and organizations expected to participate. The College is also offering free, one-on-one meetings for attendants with Career Services experts who can advise attendees on industry hiring tips. All attendees will be entered into daily drawings to win a pair of Busch Gardens Fun Passes.

In addition to connecting attendees with local career experts, Bryant & Stratton College is providing opportunities for area residents to tour the facilities, and explore careers in a variety of today’s most in demand fields. Expert led sessions will provide practical guidance and valuable insight on how to enter, advance and survive in these ever-changing industries.

“For 170 years, Bryant & Stratton College has been a leader in career education,” said Chris Sawyer, Hampton Campus Director. “The career exploration week gives the citizens of Hampton Roads an opportunity to not only discover what Bryant & Stratton College has to offer but to learn more about careers that are in demand.”

EVENT DETAILS

What:

Career Exploration Days and Career Fair

When:

April 14-17, 2014 // Career Fair April 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at both campuses

Time:

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily (please call to schedule your visit)
Hampton Campus: 757-896-6001
Virginia Beach Campus: 757-499-7900

Where:

Bryant & Stratton College – Hampton & Virginia Beach Campuses
Hampton Campus: 4410 E. Claiborne Square, Ste 233, Hampton, VA 23666
Virginia Beach Campus: 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Cost:

Complimentary (On-site childcare is available for children ages 2-12)

The Bryant & Stratton College Career Exploration Days events are open to all area residents. Those interested in attending are encouraged to RSVP by calling either of the campuses above.

For more information about Bryant & Stratton College and its degree programs and campuses, visit www.bryantstratton.edu.

About Bryant & Stratton College: Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College has built its reputation and success on a commitment to excellence and high standards. Bryant & Stratton College is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) www.msche.org. Bryant & Stratton College has campus locations in New York, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin, as well as an Online Education division, and a Professional Skills Center. For over 170 years, Bryant & Stratton College has offered students access to career-relevant education leading to bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees and professional certificates in the fields of business, criminal justice, design, financial services, healthcare, hospitality, human resources, paralegal studies and information technology. General information can be found on the college’s website at https://www.bryantstratton.edu.