Ithaca College

The Roy H Park School of Communications to host a conversation in its forum series on September 29.

Elena Haskins IC’18  ~  Designer at PEI / Founder Converge

Tuesday, September 29, 2020 ~ 12:10-1:05 p.m.

Note: This conversation was originally scheduled to transpire on 9/22/20.

Registration Required and Available at: https://ithaca.campuslabs.com/engage/event/5675233

The Park Conversation series will provide an opportunity for students to interact with an industry professional in an informal setting that provides for brief remarks focusing on the “career pathway” of the speaker in reflection and advice pushing forward for the next generation of employees. The conversation will offer an opportunity for students to introduce themselves to the speaker and to ask questions. Each session will also allow for one to one breakout sessions at the conclusion of the general forum. Space is limited (5 breakout rooms only), waitlist available.

Elena Haskins is a full-time graphic designer at PEI Media, and a freelance UX designer in New York City. As the sole designer for the US offices at PEI, she has learned the ins and outs of events marketing design for 35+ conferences, became a co-founder of the company's professional women's network; and developed new guidelines for the company global digital ad visual strategy. 

Elena is the founder of CONVERGE, a guide to help recent college grads navigate post-grad life, answering questions like: "How do I optimize my resume?" "What questions do I ask in an interview?" "How do I make friends in a new city?"  

While at IC, Elena was a Photo major (CMD minor) and was active with the Office of Career Services, the HEARD Program, and Office of Student Engagement. 

Park Forum Series FALL 2020

Roy H Park School of Communications

Park Professional Development offers a series of virtual forums to make new connections, spark insights and build momentum in our shared interest in communications. We'll gather online in an open, accessible format that engages our community and allies in driving the discussion around our mutual industries and professions. 

Other forums in development! Stay tuned for dates, times and speakers to be added to the forum schedule!

• The Park Roundtable series will convene leading experts, practitioners and Park faculty in a formal panel presentation to explore key issues in the industries and professions. [Partnership with Philanthropy & Engagement]
• The Park Podcast series extends the topical conversations on the industries and professions from the roundtable and conversation series and features a variety of hosts (Park co-curricular, students and/or faculty). 
• The Park Portfolio Review is a professional dialogue that will provide feedback, career advice and/or new perspectives on student work. [Partnership with Park Departments/Programs & Career Services]

For more information contact Ann-Marie Adams, Interim Park Professional Development Coordinator/First Year Advocate via email aadams4@ithaca.edu or by cell phone 607.229.8071.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Ann Marie Adams at aadams4@ithaca.edu or (607) 229-8071. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.