Cars, robots, and dresses were displayed as staff and students introduced attendees to the many different areas of Long Beach City College’s Career Technical Education department.
Students were showcasing the work they had done throughout the semester and offered attendees insight on what their career path looks like, and the similarities between what they do at work and in class.
“It reminded me of catering events at my old job, but a lot easier cause there’s so many people behind the counter,” said culinary arts major Andrew Kadrlik-Petrarca.
Drinks and snacks were offered to attendees as they filtered into the event by the nutrition and dietetics program.
There were also cream puffs, California rolls, and other dishes showcased by the culinary department.
This event provided an opportunity for students to explore the variety of programs and clubs at LBCC, while advocating for students to pursue their career through higher education.
“We’re here to help students reach that next step but if we’re to help you, you need to talk to us,” said job development coordinator Sean Foley.
Faculty members were available to meet with students to remind students them of the resources available to help develop their professional, educational, and financial future.
A variety of clubs involved in computer science and robotics were on display, with students describing what their club does and how they got involved.
“I literally opened orgsync and said I need to join a club, then I looked one up and went to a meeting,” said computer science major Nicole Pavolovich.
School clubs help develop genuine interests that can motivate students like Pavlovich to pick a club like “Women In Technology” last semester, and become club president this semester.
As the spring semester comes to an end and students look to fill their class schedules, counseling and registration events will be available at PCC on June 3 and 5 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.