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  • 24 Mar 2020 12:35 PM | Anonymous

    REGISTER TODAY: Coffee Chat

    Due to the success of our previous virtual "Coffee Chat," OCDA will be hosting another virtual Coffee Chat on Thursday, April 2nd from 3:30pm-5pm! The topic for this chat will be "Creative Strategies to Engage College Students Remotely." The virtual discussion will be held via Zoom! All meeting information will be send out and posted on the website on Wednesday, April 1st.

    This is an informal virtual discussion, where you can share your own experiences and hear from others! Please register by following this link: https://ocda21.wildapricot.org/event-3797806.

    Be sure to bring a friend and pass this invitation along to other career services professionals! Membership in OCDA is NOT required to participate in the virtual Coffee Chat!

  • 29 Feb 2020 8:07 PM | Anonymous

    OCDA Annual Spring Conference!

    Registration is Now Open


    This year's event will be held on Friday, May 29th, 2020 at Columbus State Community College in Columbus, Ohio. This year, YOU get to play an active role in shaping your experience at the conference. 

    Check out OCDA2020.com to learn more and to register.

    We can't wait to see you there!

    REGISTER TODAY!

    Marketing & Branding Strategies for Career Professionals


    MARCH 12TH FROM 3:00PM-5:00PM  

    Ashland Registration

    Cleveland Registration

     Columbus Registration

     Springboro Registration

    We are holding our second free "Coffee Chat" as a way for members and interested career professionals to get to know one another and gain valuable insights. On March 12th from 3:00PM - 5:00PM, we are meeting simultaneously in Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, & Ashland. 

    Come join other professionals in your region to discuss marketing & branding best practices. 

    Snacks provided!

    *Bring a friend! Pass this invite along to other career services professionals, membership in OCDA is NOT required.

     A few topics that we will discuss...

    -What is a time when you effectively marketed to a population? What were the strengths & weaknesses of your approach?

    -How can you empower students/clients to use word of mouth to promote your services?

    -What is the major brand and "message" of your office?

    -What's your image currently, and where do you want it to be in the future?

    Join the OCDA Board for 2020-2021!

    We are looking to fill our board for the next year (starting in June/July)! If you or a colleague are interested in being a part of our growing organization and want to contribute, gain leadership experience, and help promote career development for professionals, individuals, and students in Ohio, please consider joining our board. We are a team made up of volunteers throughout Ohio in different fields and settings. These positions are open to anyone, whether you’re involved in Higher Ed, K-12, Libraries, Job Centers, Gov’t Agencies, Private Practice, etc.

    Below are open positions to consider nominating yourself, friend, or colleague for:

    President-Elect

    This position is a 3-year term in which you will serve as President-elect, President, and then Past-President. The President-elect position focuses on planning, organizing, and executing the annual OCDA Conference.

    Membership & Newsletter Chair

    Manages all OCDA memberships within the online system and sends out monthly newsletter emails to keep our members informed of upcoming events, workshops, and more.

    Membership Engagement Chair

    As a newer role for OCDA, this role aims to increase membership, promote and organize events (such as our Coffee Chats).

    Professional Development Chair

    Helps in the process of CEU paperwork for all events that may need it, administers CEU certificates, and promotes OCDA member involvement.

    Awards & National Career Development Month Chair

    This position combines fall and spring roles. Fall: Plan, organize, and execute events or activities surrounding the National Career Development Month of November and NCDA’s Art and Poetry annual contest. Spring: Promote and process all nominations for the 3 OCDA Awards that are given during the annual conference.

    Website Co-Chair

    Work with our continuing Website Co-Chair, Kaleigh Mahon, in managing the website for OCDA including updating and creating website content. Help manage registrations for events.

    Social Media Chair

    Creates and/or sends out social media content, engages with members and answers questions, serve on website and membership engagement committees.

    By-Laws Chair

    Drafts proposals for amendments to By-Laws to be voted on by the Board, keeps Board members up to date on changes with OCA and NCDA By-Laws.

    If you are interested in joining the board, please email Past-President, Dalila Byrd at dalila.bennett@wright.edu.

    Total Internship Management Workshop

    OCDA will be co-sponsoring the Total Internship Management Workshop in Dublin, Ohio on March 20, 2020. This full-day workshop will provide you with a framework to create a meaningful and impactful internship program. For more information, please visit: https://internbridge.com/dublin/.

    Career Convergence Web Magazine

    One of the benefits of being an OCDA member is access to the Career Convergence magazine. Access the magazine online for free at: https://ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/CC_home_page. You can access recent articles on topics relevant to a wide variety of career practitioners including K-12, independent practice, counselor educators and researchers, post-secondary, and more. You also have access to the Career Convergence archives.

    Reminder to Members

    Don't forget to update your contact information in your membership profile to continue to receive information from OCDA.

    If you need assistance, please contact teri.stebbins@wright.edu.

    Don’t forget to keep updated and follow us at:

    Facebook: Ohio Career Development Association
    LinkedIn: Ohio Career Development Association
    Twitter: @The_OCDA
    Instagram: @The_OCDA

  • 23 Feb 2020 10:50 AM | Anonymous

    If you are a member of OCDA, be sure to check out the newly updated Career Planning Academy tab on our website! CEUonestop.com has transitioned to a new learning management platform, and members-only discounts are being offered for those looking to obtain CEUs.

    **You will only be able to view this tab if you are logged in to your OCDA member account.**


  • 1 Feb 2020 2:02 AM | Anonymous

    Our mid-year meeting is coming up on February 25th at Ashland University! Join fellow OCDA members for a networking event followed by a presentation by Evan Faidley! This event is open to all OCDA members, and we hope to see you there!!

    REGISTER TODAY by clicking on the "Networking and Presentation" event on our homepage!


  • 31 Jan 2020 8:19 PM | Anonymous

    OCDA Annual Spring Conference!

    Registration will be open tomorrow, February 1st, 2020!


    This year's event will be held on Friday, May 29th, 2020 at Columbus State Community College in Columbus, Ohio. This year, YOU get to play an active role in shaping your experience at the conference. 

    Check out OCDA2020.com to learn more and to register starting February 1st! 

    We can't wait to see you there!

    NCDA Award Nominations Due Today!!!

    National Career Development Association’s Award Nominations are due for submission today, January 31. If you have someone in your state that you feel meets any of the Award criteria, please review the link below:

     https://www.ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/membership_awards

    OCDA Registration.pdf

    REGISTER TODAY!

    OCDA Coffee Chat:

    Marketing & Branding Strategies for Career Professionals

    MARCH 12TH FROM 3:00PM-5:00PM

    We are holding our second free "Coffee Chat" as a way for members and interested career professionals to get to know one another and gain valuable insights. On March 12th from 3:00PM - 5:00PM, we are meeting simultaneously in Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, & Ashland. 

    Come join other professionals in your region to discuss marketing & branding best practices. 

    Snacks provided! 
     
    *Bring a friend! Pass this invite along to other career services professionals, membership in OCDA is NOT required.

     A few topics that we will discuss...

    -What is a time when you effectively marketed to a population? What were the strengths & weaknesses of your approach?

    -How can you empower students/clients to use word of mouth to promote your services?

    -What is the major brand and "message" of your office?

    -What's your image currently, and where do you want it to be in the future?


    Total Internship Management Workshop

    OCDA will be co-sponsoring the Total Internship Management Workshop in Dublin, Ohio on March 20, 2020. This full-day workshop will provide you with a framework to create a meaningful and impactful internship program. For more information, please visit: https://internbridge.com/dublin/.

    Career Convergence Web Magazine

    One of the benefits of being an OCDA member is access to the Career Convergence magazine. Access the magazine online for free at: https://ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/CC_home_page. You can access recent articles on topics relevant to a wide variety of career practitioners including K-12, independent practice, counselor educators and researchers, post-secondary, and more. You also have access to the Career Convergence archives.

    Reminder to Members

    Don't forget to update your contact information in your membership profile to continue to receive information from OCDA.

    If you need assistance, please contact teri.stebbins@wright.edu.

    Don’t forget to keep updated and follow us at:

    Facebook: Ohio Career Development Association
    LinkedIn: Ohio Career Development Association
    Twitter: @The_OCDA
    Instagram: @The_OCDA

  • 22 Dec 2019 12:00 PM | Anonymous

    Save the date! We are holding our second "Coffee Chat" within OCDA as a way for members and interested career professionals to get to know one another and gain valuable insights. On March 12th from 3:00PM - 5:00PM, we are meeting simultaneously in Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton & Ashland. 
    The topic for our coffee chat is: "Marketing & Branding Strategies for Career Professionals." Come join other professionals in your region to discuss marketing & branding best practices. 
    Snacks provided! 
    We look forward to seeing everyone! 
     
    *Bring a friend! Pass this invite along to other career services professionals, membership in OCDA is NOT required. 

  • 20 Dec 2019 8:33 PM | Anonymous


    Happy Holidays from OCDA!

    We hope you have a wonderful December and a Happy New Year

    OCDA Annual Spring Conference!

    Registration will be open in February 2020

    SAVE THE DATE!

    OCDA Coffee Chat:

    Marketing & Branding Strategies for Career Professionals

    MARCH 12TH FROM 3:00PM-5:00PM

    We are holding our second "Coffee Chat" as a way for members and interested career professionals to get to know one another and gain valuable insights. On March 12th from 3:00PM - 5:00PM, we are meeting simultaneously in Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, & Ashland. 

    The topic for our coffee chat is: "Marketing & Branding Strategies for Career Professionals." Come join other professionals in your region to discuss marketing & branding best practices. 
    Snacks provided! 
    We look forward to seeing everyone! 
     
    *Bring a friend! Pass this invite along to other career services professionals, membership in OCDA is NOT required.

    Total Internship Management Workshop

    OCDA will be co-sponsoring the Total Internship Management Workshop in Dublin, Ohio on March 20, 2020. This full-day workshop will provide you with a framework to create a meaningful and impactful internship program. For more information, please visit: https://internbridge.com/dublin/.

    Career Convergence Web Magazine

    One of the benefits of being an OCDA member is access to the Career Convergence magazine. Access the magazine online for free at: https://ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/CC_home_page. You can access recent articles on topics relevant to a wide variety of career practitioners including K-12, independent practice, counselor educators and researchers, post-secondary, and more. You also have access to the Career Convergence archives. 

    Reminder to Members

    Don't forget to update your contact information in your membership profile to continue to receive information from OCDA.

    If you need assistance, please contact teri.stebbins@wright.edu.

    Don’t forget to keep updated and follow us at:

    Facebook: Ohio Career Development Association
    LinkedIn: Ohio Career Development Association
    Twitter: @The_OCDA
    Instagram: @The_OCDA

  • 11 Dec 2019 8:53 AM | Anonymous
    Did you know that NCDA offers a number of awards? Consider nominating yourself or someone else for an award of career excellence! Check out the different awards and the criteria for nominating yourself or others at https://www.ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/membership_awards. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 31st 2020!
  • 27 Nov 2019 8:41 PM | Anonymous

    CONFERENCE PROPOSALS WANTED!

    • Equity – Content that focuses on promoting equal access to services and opportunities among diverse populations. 
    • Innovation – Emerging trends, concepts, theories, and technologies in career development.
    • Practical Strategies – Sessions that leave participants with tangible tools, strategies, and resources to utilize in their day to day work.
    • Engagement – New and creative ways of engaging students, clients, employers, community, and other stakeholders.

    The Ohio Career Development Association is seeking proposals for our 2020 conference, happening on Friday, May 29th, 2020 in Columbus Ohio!

    We are looking for presenters focused on innovative ideas, research, theories, programs, and strategies to help our attendees prepare clients for the workforce. Please feel free to share this message with your network.

    You are welcome to submit a proposal for any career-related topic, but we are especially interested in subjects related to: 

    Interested in Presenting?

    Proposals will be accepted through December 2nd, 2019. 

    Questions? Contact Chelsea Francis, OCDA President-Elect, at cfranci1@cscc.edu

    National Career Development Month

    Thank You for Celebrating with OCDA!!

    Our November workshops were both wonderful! Thank you to everyone who participated and joined us for these two events. We are still accepting Art & Poetry Contest submissions for anyone interested in submitting through OCDA. The deadline to submit it to us is by Friday, December 13, 2019 to allow us to get them turned in on time. View requirements for the contest here:

    https://bit.ly/2pP8OzE
    Entry Forms must be completed and sent with each entry.

    Career Convergence Web Magazine

    One of the benefits of being an OCDA member is access to the Career Convergence magazine. Access the magazine online for free at: https://ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sp/CC_home_page. You can access recent articles on topics relevant to a wide variety of career practitioners including K-12, independent practice, counselor educators and researchers, post-secondary, and more. You also have access to the Career Convergence archives.

    Reminder to Members

    Don't forget to update your contact information in your membership profile to continue to receive information from OCDA.

    If you need assistance, please contact teri.stebbins@wright.edu.

    Don’t forget to keep updated and follow us at:

    Facebook: Ohio Career Development Association
    LinkedIn: Ohio Career Development Association
    Twitter: @The_OCDA
    Instagram: @The_OCDA

  • 17 Nov 2019 6:30 PM | Anonymous

    NCDA Poster and Poetry Contest

    OCDA will be accepting submissions for the NCDA Poster and Poetry Contest for anyone who would like to submit through our organization. The deadline to submit through OCDA is Friday, December 13th 2019 in order for us to be able to turn them in on time.

    Please see the requirements for both poetry and posters here.

    *ENTRY FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED WITH EACH ENTRY.*

    Entries can either be scanned and emailed to Felicia Johnson at fjohnson@kent.edu or mailed to her at the following address:

    Felicia Johnson

    P.O. Box 5190

    Kent, OH 44242-0001



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