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3 RD SEMESTER MANDATORY ADVISING: HOW TO BUILD YOUR C.V. Pre-Health/Pre-Law Advising Center
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Since Last Semester….
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Agenda Why are we here…again? What is a curriculum vitae (C.V.)? How is it different from a résumé? What criteria do you use when creating one?
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After you leave this Workshop: Distinguish between a C.V. and a résumé Learn which situations would call for a C.V. or a résumé Learn how to create your own C.V. and résumé Learn how to maintain your C.V. and résumé
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What is a C.V. and how does it differ from a résumé? What is a résumé?
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French meaning “summary” Concise summary of your recent, significant, pertinent qualifications tailor-made for a specific purpose Its purpose is to apply to something specific Ranges from 1-2 pages Think carefully about the style; must be appropriate to the position you’re applying for Latin meaning “course of life” A comprehensive database of your education, academic background, and extra- curricular activities Its purpose is to keep track of everything you have done As long as it needs to be Style is whatever works for you RésuméCurriculum Vitae Your résumé comes from pulling experiences from your C.V..
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Why is it important? Applications to professional school Personal statement Jobs Careers Fellowships Scholarships Grants Keep track of everything
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What I Would List in My Curriculum Vitae Academics/Research University of Hawai’i at M ā noa ServiceLeadership Career DevelopmentIntercultural Awareness Awards and RecognitionPersonal Wellness Roosevelt High School Fluent in French Basketball Piano Lessons
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What I Would List in My Curriculum Vitae Academics/Research University of Hawai’i at M ā noa ServiceLeadership Career DevelopmentIntercultural Awareness Awards and RecognitionPersonal Wellness Roosevelt High School Fluent in French Basketball Piano Lessons Major: Food Science & Human Nutrition Meals on Wheels French Culture Club Basketball Intramurals
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What I Would List in My Curriculum Vitae Academics/Research University of Hawai’i at M ā noa ServiceLeadership Career DevelopmentIntercultural Awareness Awards and RecognitionPersonal Wellness Roosevelt High School Fluent in French Basketball Piano Lessons Major: Food Science & Human Nutrition Meals on Wheels French Culture Club Basketball Intramurals GPA: 3.7 Dean’s List Treasurer (Pre-Dental Association) Pre-Dental Association 5K Run (Pre-Dental Associaton)
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Now you try
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7 Categories in our C.V. Academic/Research Schools attended, research completed, etc. Recognition & Awards Scholarships, awards, honors, grants, etc. Career Development Jobs held, experience gained in field, etc. Service Any volunteer work completed, community activities, etc.
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7 Categories in our C.V. cont’d. Leadership Club positions held, job positions, etc. Intercultural Awareness Study abroad experience, foreign languages, cultural clubs/activities, etc. Personal Wellness Hobbies, sports teams, leisure classes, etc.
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Keep in mind… Title Sections Location/Date/Year/Average Hours per Week Supervisor’s Name and Contact Information Descriptions Length It is a living document. Using one event for multiple sections… The presentation of a C.V. is geared to your own taste There are many variations in how to present information
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Sample C.V. vs Résumé Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) Everything You’ve Done Résumé Targeted
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Questions?
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Additional Resources PAC Website - http://manoa.hawaii.edu/undergrad/pac/health/curriculum-vitae/ http://manoa.hawaii.edu/undergrad/pac/health/curriculum-vitae/ M ā noa Career Center (MCC) Résumé and C.V. workshop, review services Student Support Services College Opportunities Program Your individual advisors Professionals in the field
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Please fill out evaluations! Thank You! Contact Us The Pre-Health/Pre-Law Advising Center (PAC) Sinclair Library, Room 108 Phone: (808) 956-8646 General & Health Email: uhpac@hawaii.eduuhpac@hawaii.edu Law Email: prelaw@hawaii.eduprelaw@hawaii.edu Website: www.manoa.hawaii.edu/undergrad/pacwww.manoa.hawaii.edu/undergrad/pac Twitter: uhpac Facebook: uhmpac
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