27
Jan

Internship Orientation

January 27, 2026 January 28, 2026
4:00 pm 4:45 pm
Smiddy Hall 104
This event is for spring interns, whether registered for internship credit or not. The same info is presented on both dates. Learn how to make the most of your upcoming experience.
28
Jan

Vision Boards

January 28, 2026
10:00 am 2:00 pm
1st floor, Slemp Student Center
Get inspired this semester at Vision Board Making with OSE and Student Rec! Create a personalized vision board to map out your goals for 2026, enjoy a break from classes, and connect with others!
28
Jan
Cultural Credit

Prepare for Study Abroad: Passport & Scholarships

January 28, 2026
1:00 pm
Rhododendron Room, Slemp Student Center
This workshop, hosted by the International Programs and National Awards and Fellowships offices, will cover: - How to apply for a U.S. passport - An overview of study abroad scholarships, including the Gilman International Scholarship - Tips and insights from fellow students who have gone through the process Whether you’re just starting to explore study abroad or getting ready to apply, this session will help you plan your next steps with confidence.
29
Jan

Lego & Puzzle Night

January 29, 2026
6:00 pm 9:00 pm
Third Floor, Slemp Student Center
Celebrate National Puzzle Day with a LEGO & Puzzle Night! Work solo or team up with friends to build and create while enjoying a relaxed night of hands-on fun and brain-teasing challenges.
29
Jan
Cultural Credit

"Little Shop of Horrors"

January 29, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
30
Jan
Cultural Credit

"Little Shop of Horrors"

January 30, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
31
Jan
Cultural Credit

"Little Shop of Horrors"

January 31, 2026
2:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
31
Jan
Cultural Credit

"Little Shop of Horrors"

January 31, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
01
Feb
Pro-Art | Traditional Fusion: Appalachian/Classical Fusion Works for Piano Trio

Dave Eggar, Peter Ryan, & Sean Claire

February 1, 2026
2:00 pm
Cantrell Banquet Hall
Cellist and five-time Grammy nominated composer Dave Eggar joins UVA Wise’s own pianist Peter Ryan and Symphony of the Mountains Concertmaster Sean Claire for Traditional Fusion: Appalachian/Classical Fusion Works for Piano Trio. The program will premiere new works from Appalachian-area composers Martha Redbone, Donald Sorah, and Benjamin Dawson that fuse traditional elements of Appalachian music with those of classical compositions. Broadway star Maya Days (Aida, Rent, Jesus Christ Superstar) joins the program with works from Sondheim, Bernstein, and Billie Holliday to warm up your winter blues.
01
Feb
Cultural Credit

"Little Shop of Horrors"

February 1, 2026
2:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
02
Feb

Pop-up Career Discovery

February 2, 2026
10:00 am 2:00 pm
Books and Brew
Drop by to visit with CDP staff. Ask questions, make connections, and learn about career resources.
02
Feb

Accessing Your Career Tech: How to use Handshake and Parker Dewey

February 2, 2026
4:00 pm 4:30 pm
Library 212
Learn more about our platforms – Handshake and Parker Dewey. Handshake is great for job and internship searches. Parker Dewey is for paid micro-internships (project work). Both are free to ALL UVA Wise students. The same info is presented on all dates.
03
Feb

Info Session: UVA Neuroscience Research Internship

February 3, 2026
4:00 pm 4:30 pm
Virtual
Interested in neuroscience? Join us to learn more from Katie Pelland about the Neuroscience Research Internship Program at UVA in Charlottesville. This experience offers hands-on research experience, professional development, financial support, housing, and travel. Email careerdiscovery@uvawise.edu for the link to this virtual session.
04
Feb

Resume Workshop

February 4, 2026
1:00 pm 2:00 pm
Pippin-Wyllie 222
Attend this session to learn how to build an effective resume.
05
Feb
Cultural Credit

Music Honors Recital

February 5, 2026
6:00 pm
Cantrell Banquet Hall
09
Feb

Pop-up Career Discovery

February 9, 2026
10:00 am 2:00 pm
Books and Brew
Drop by to visit with CDP staff. Ask questions, make connections, and learn about career resources.
09
Feb

Accessing Your Career Tech: How to use Handshake and Parker Dewey

February 9, 2026
4:00 pm 4:30 pm
Library 212
Learn more about our platforms – Handshake and Parker Dewey. Handshake is great for job and internship searches. Parker Dewey is for paid micro-internships (project work). Both are free to ALL UVA Wise students. The same info is presented on all dates.
16
Feb

Pop-up Career Discovery

February 16, 2026
10:00 am 2:00 pm
Books and Brew
Drop by to visit with CDP staff. Ask questions, make connections, and learn about career resources.
16
Feb

Accessing Your Career Tech: How to use Handshake and Parker Dewey

February 16, 2026
4:00 pm 4:30 pm
Library 212
Learn more about our platforms – Handshake and Parker Dewey. Handshake is great for job and internship searches. Parker Dewey is for paid micro-internships (project work). Both are free to ALL UVA Wise students. The same info is presented on all dates.
17
Feb

Identifying Career Values

February 17, 2026
1:00 pm 2:00 pm
Chapel of All Faiths
Come explore career values with CDP. Career values are important when considering your options, and they drive your decision-making as your career develops.
18
Feb

Info Session: UVA Neuroscience Research Internship

February 18, 2026
4:00 pm 4:30 pm
Virtual
Interested in neuroscience? Join us to learn more from Katie Pelland about the Neuroscience Research Internship Program at UVA in Charlottesville. This experience offers hands-on research experience, professional development, financial support, housing, and travel. Email careerdiscovery@uvawise.edu for the link to this virtual session.
23
Feb

Pop-up Career Discovery

February 23, 2026
10:00 am 2:00 pm
Books and Brew
Drop by to visit with CDP staff. Ask questions, make connections, and learn about career resources.
23
Feb

National Study Abroad Day Celebration

February 23, 2026
11:00 am
1st floor, Slemp Student Center
23
Feb

Accessing Your Career Tech: How to use Handshake and Parker Dewey

February 23, 2026
4:00 pm 4:30 pm
Library 212
Learn more about our platforms – Handshake and Parker Dewey. Handshake is great for job and internship searches. Parker Dewey is for paid micro-internships (project work). Both are free to ALL UVA Wise students. The same info is presented on all dates.
25
Feb

Trip: ETSU Grad Fair

February 25, 2026
11:30 am 1:30 pm
ETSU in Johnson City, TN
ETSU is hosting a Graduate Program Fair in February that is free to all students, no matter grade level, and will showcase their 200 graduate programs. CDP will provide transportation. To save your seat, please register for transportation to inform us of your need no later than February 18.
05
Mar

Trip: UPIKE

March 5, 2026
10:00 am 3:00 pm
Pikeville, KY
Site visit for students who want to explore UPIKE’s graduate programs. CDP will provide transportation. To join the trip, please register for transportation to inform us of your need no later than February 26.
11
Mar

Southwest Virginia Teacher Employment Fair

March 11, 2026
9:00 am 12:00 pm
Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
Aspiring educators, career switchers, and individuals exploring their professional options are invited to jumpstart their job searches at the Southwest Virginia Teacher Employment Fair. Pre-registration is required to attend.
18
Mar

Senior Salute

March 18, 2026
10:00 am 5:00 pm
Crockett Hall
Seniors, drop by this annual event that not only takes care of senior business, but also celebrates your upcoming graduation.
18
Mar

Networking and LinkedIn

March 18, 2026
5:00 pm 6:30 pm
Dogwood Room, Slemp Student Center
CDP will provide guidance on how to build and/or improve your LinkedIn account as well as strategies and ideas for effective networking.
19
Mar

Career Discovery's Mini-mester

March 19, 2026
4:00 pm 4:50 pm
Smiddy 104
This five-part series is especially designed for undergrads of all levels and requires registration. There is no fee. First come, first served. Limit: 15 seats. Weekly topics: Week 1: What job am I actually searching for? Week 2: Resumes that get interviews Week 3: Cover letters, LinkedIn, personal branding Week 4: Job search strategies that actually work Week 5: Interview with confidence and closing the loop Deadline to register: 3/12/2026.
24
Mar

Trip: Suit Up

March 24, 2026
4:00 pm 7:00 pm
JC Penney
Join us for our semesterly professional clothing trip for internships and employment. Transportation is provided; seats are limited. Reserve your seat by 3/17/2026. This is a new partnership with JCPenney in which they provide deep discounts for apparel and accessories.
25
Mar

Trip: Appalachian School of Law

March 25, 2026
9:00 am 1:00 pm
Sandridge Science Center, Room 108
Interested in law school? Appalachian School of Law welcomes you to explore their program. Transportation to and from the site is provided. Deadline to sign up: 3/18/2026.
26
Mar

Career Discovery's Mini-mester

March 26, 2026
4:00 pm 4:50 pm
Smiddy 104
This five-part series is especially designed for undergrads of all levels and requires registration. There is no fee. First come, first served. Limit: 15 seats. Weekly topics: Week 1: What job am I actually searching for? Week 2: Resumes that get interviews Week 3: Cover letters, LinkedIn, personal branding Week 4: Job search strategies that actually work Week 5: Interview with confidence and closing the loop Deadline to register: 3/12/2026.
01
Apr

Resume Workshop

April 1, 2026
1:00 pm 2:00 pm
Library 212
Attend this session to learn how to build an effective resume.
02
Apr

Career Discovery's Mini-mester

April 2, 2026
4:00 pm 4:50 pm
Smiddy 104
This five-part series is especially designed for undergrads of all levels and requires registration. There is no fee. First come, first served. Limit: 15 seats. Weekly topics: Week 1: What job am I actually searching for? Week 2: Resumes that get interviews Week 3: Cover letters, LinkedIn, personal branding Week 4: Job search strategies that actually work Week 5: Interview with confidence and closing the loop Deadline to register: 3/12/2026.
09
Apr

Career Discovery's Mini-mester

April 9, 2026
4:00 pm 4:50 pm
Smiddy 104
This five-part series is especially designed for undergrads of all levels and requires registration. There is no fee. First come, first served. Limit: 15 seats. Weekly topics: Week 1: What job am I actually searching for? Week 2: Resumes that get interviews Week 3: Cover letters, LinkedIn, personal branding Week 4: Job search strategies that actually work Week 5: Interview with confidence and closing the loop Deadline to register: 3/12/2026.
15
Apr
Cultural Credit

Brass & Grass Concert

April 15, 2026
1:00 pm
Gilliam Center for the Arts Lobby
16
Apr

Career Discovery's Mini-mester

April 16, 2026
4:00 pm 4:50 pm
Smiddy 104
This five-part series is especially designed for undergrads of all levels and requires registration. There is no fee. First come, first served. Limit: 15 seats. Weekly topics: Week 1: What job am I actually searching for? Week 2: Resumes that get interviews Week 3: Cover letters, LinkedIn, personal branding Week 4: Job search strategies that actually work Week 5: Interview with confidence and closing the loop Deadline to register: 3/12/2026.
16
Apr
Cultural Credit

Junior Art Show Artists' Talk & Reception

April 16, 2026
6:00 pm
Gallery 121, Gilliam Center for the Arts
The Junior Art Majors will present their semester's projects.
19
Apr
Cultural Credit

Choirs Concert

April 19, 2026
4:00 pm
Cantrell Banquet Hall
20
Apr
Cultural Credit

Band Concert

April 20, 2026
7:00 pm
David J. Prior Convocation Center
22
Apr

Micro Interviews

April 22, 2026
4:00 pm 5:30 pm
Cantrell Banquet Hall
All students are welcome to attend our micro interview event that sharpens skills and increases confidence with brief, one-on-one conversations.
30
Apr
Cultural Credit

Senior Art Show Artists' Talk & Reception

April 30, 2026
6:00 pm
Gallery 121, Gilliam Center for the Arts
The Senior Art Majors will present their semester's projects.
30
Apr
Cultural Credit

Chamber Music Concert

April 30, 2026
7:00 pm
Cantrell Banquet Hall
30
Apr
Cultural Credit

"The Changeling"

April 30, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
01
May
Cultural Credit

"The Changeling"

May 1, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
02
May
Cultural Credit

"The Changeling"

May 2, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts
04
May
Cultural Credit

Jazz Band Concert

May 4, 2026
7:00 pm
Black Box Theater, Gilliam Center for the Arts