How to Successfully Interview in the Academy (Part 2): Practicing with Purpose

Holmes Scholars and coordinators only

Please make sure you have also registered for part 1 of this webinar series, Mastering the Interview Process.

Join us for part 2 of a two-part webinar series designed specifically for Holmes Scholars. This series aims to equip you with the skills and confidence to excel in academic job interviews. Led by Diandra Prescod, Ph.D., this series will provide invaluable insights and practical tips to navigate every stage of the interview process effectively.

Part 2: Practicing with Purpose

• Engage in triads, where two scholars can practice interview scenarios while one person observes, providing constructive feedback.
• Role-play various interview situations, allowing you to refine your communication skills and responses.
• Receive personalized guidance and tips from experienced mentors and peers.
• Develop confidence in your ability to navigate interviews and leave a lasting impression.

Whether you’re preparing for your first academic job interview or looking to enhance your interviewing skills, this webinar series offers a supportive and interactive environment to help you succeed in your career aspirations. Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your interview techniques and stand out as a candidate in the competitive academic landscape. We recommend that you attend both webinars, (parts 1 & 2), as they build off one another.  Upon conclusion of the event, registrants will receive recordings and supplemental materials.

Speaker:

Diandra Prescod, Ph.D.

Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Counselor Education

University of Connecticut

Diandra J. Prescod is an associate professor and program coordinator of counselor education at the University of Connecticut. She is a licensed professional counselor, national certified counselor, and certified career services provider.

Prescod’s research focuses on effective career development interventions for STEM undergraduate students and underrepresented students in higher education. Currently, she is co-pi on a $2.5M National Science Foundation grant that aims to recruit and retain STEM undergraduate students using career development interventions. Prescod is active in the field of counselor education, consistently publishing and presenting her work both nationally and internationally in countries including Germany, Greece, Austria, Hungary, and Italy. From 2020-2023, Prescod served as the trustee for Higher Education Career Counselors and Specialists for NCDA and the secretary for the European Branch of the American Counseling Association (EBACA).