VOCARÉ: A Virtual Retreat for Students
Find your calling at VOCARÉ
The word “vocaré” is derived from Latin, meaning “to call.”
VOCARÉ is a unique opportunity for LMU students to reflect on where they have been, who they are, and where they are going. This three-part, career discernment focused program provides a reflective experience where participants can share, learn, and connect. All students welcome.
Retreat Details
- When: February - March 2021
- February 8, 2021 | 4:30 – 6:00 PM | Authenticity at Work: Becoming a Change Agent
- February 10, 2021 | 2:00 - 3:30 PM | Beyond the Bluff: Planning for Life After College
- March 10, 2021 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | Designing Your Life: Building the Future You Imagine
- Where: Zoom Web Conferencing
- Cost: Free – Funded by Career and Professional Development
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Authenticity at Work: Becoming a Change Agent
February 8, 2021 | 4:30 – 7:00 PM
Reflect on how to be an agent of change in your personal and professional lives with a focus on identity, social justice, and service to others.Beyond the Bluff: Planning for Life After College
February 10, 2021 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Discuss how to maximize your time at LMU and prepare for your next steps in “adulting” with a focus on development and taking action.Designing Your Life: Building the Future You Imagine
March 10, 2021 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Explore how graduate or professional school can help you expand your academic and career plans with a focus on design thinking and the popular book “Designing Your Life.”
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A chance for you to explore…
- your reflections on the first two years of college
- the values, relationships, issues, and interests that are important to you
- your sense of purpose or vocation and where you are going with your life
A chance for you to meaningfully connect with…
- fellow sophomores and transfer students
- juniors and seniors serving as group leaders
- faculty and staff members
- young alumni
A chance for you to learn about…
- how to become a more reflective student
- how to make decisions that align with your values and interests
- how to make the most of your last two years at LMU and beyond
A chance to take away…
- insights into your values, interests, and goals
- a stronger sense of purpose
- a foundation of knowledge and resources for future vocational and career exploration
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The VOCARÉ Retreat is not the only opportunity for students to explore these topics. CPD staff are eager to help all students reflect on their values, interests and skills; discern their vocations and explore career options. If you would like to meet with a staff member, please log in to Handshake, click on the "Appointments" tab then “Schedule a New Appointment.”
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Cynthia Orduna, '19 | Participant and Leader"As a transfer student, VOCARÉ was one of the first events that made me feel part of the LMU community. I found it to be an amazing learning experience both as a participant and as a leader."
~ Cynthia Orduna, '19
Major: Studio Arts with an emphasis in Multimedia“Initially I wanted to be a leader to ensure that VOCARÉ participants had an amazing experience like I did. I was not expecting to be so positively impacted by the retreat for a second time! Being a senior, I received beneficial and timely career advice and insights.”
~ Jermaine Johnson, '19
Major: Marketing with Journalism & African-American Studies minors
Jermaine Johnson, '19 | Participant and Leader
Questions?
Contact Marcy Newman at marcy.newman@lmu.edu.