Testimonials
Liz Allegretti
HawkCard Office & UC Finance, 2013-2017
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
Working in the UC taught me many of the initial Excel skills that have helped me succeed in every position I've had since graduating. I've also been told by my hiring managers that my experience as a student manager stood out to them when answering situational interview questions. Lastly, CynDee (my boss in the UC) always prioritized writing thorough SOPs and this is something that I do for every process I am responsible for, and I'm still complimented on by my managers to this day.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
Mentorship from the faculty/staff, becoming friends with my co-workers, and creating some of my favorite college memories
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
A UC position is more than just a part-time job. You get the opportunity to make best friends, network, travel, and learn real applicable skills - all while getting paid! It's truly the best way to get involved on campus and make the most of your college career.
Monica Brown
Front Desk & Down Under, 1996-1997
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
Working on campus, and in roles of service with my peers and faculty/staff helped enhance my service mindset. As a leader who has responsibility for 10,000 front line hourly workers, I remember the importance of appreciating and recognizing people who work on the frontline. It’s not an easy job but it’s an essential job to make the overall organization work. How I make decisions, interact, and appreciate people determines their experience working for our organization.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
The people I met. I still stay in contact to a few of them including Jan Bilgen and others.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
The leadership team in the UC and University overall can provide you with support and mentorship. They also can serve as references. Your education is most important, and the goal is to graduate to find employment. Working in servant roles and consistent employment is essential to have on your resume. UC roles can provide that along with the flexibility needed semester to semester.
Kayla Glaser
UC Graphics & Marketing, 2016-2017
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
Working in the UC gave me real-world graphic design experience, which taught me more about the field than many of my classes did. It allowed me to practice my skills daily and helped me find my artistic style. Every day, I find myself using design techniques, as well as organizational skills that I learned in UC Graphics & Marketing.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
I found the UC to be an extremely fun place to work because there were always interesting things to do! From working with clients, to photographing events, to decorating for the holidays and hiding Easter eggs, I never got bored. I could work hard and be silly and creative at the same time.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
When my advisor recommended that I apply to work in the UC, I was a little hesitant too, but it ended up being one of the BEST decisions I’ve ever made. I had control over my work schedule and could stop by between classes, which would have been difficult with other employers. In my opinion, this is by far the best place for a busy student to work.
Andy Greene
HawkCard Office, 2011-2015
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
My job at the HawkCard Office introduced me to an office setting, where I learned how to effectively use Microsoft Office programs (Excel and Outlook) and how to communicate in a professional manner over email and on the phone.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
My coworkers - I made lasting relationships and still am good friends with a couple fellow former UC student employees.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
There are so many positives to working at the UC! Between meeting new people (coworkers and customers), getting experience in an office setting (looks good on the resume), and getting paid, it’s a no-brainer to apply to work at the UC!
Rachel Holk
Warhawk Alley, 2016-2019
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
I learned great organization and professional skills; having to create student worker schedules, prepare for meetings, create events for the alley, and collaborate with other departments in the UC. Every day as a teacher I am preparing for student lessons and meetings with administrators and parents.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
All the friends I made. It really was like a family. Not just at Warhawk Alley but in the whole UC.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
DO IT. It’s the most fun I had while being at UW-W. I have friends 5 years after college that I still see and hang out with regularly. I made lifelong friendships with my coworkers!
Taylor Miller
UC Graphics & Marketing, 2016-2019
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
If I didn’t have my position in the UC while in college, I would never be where I am today running my own marketing agency. The way I run my company is very similar to how the UC was setup.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
The environment, and the fact that it was only a walk away from class.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
Working at the UC can help you network with people that might impact your future. I currently have 2 people specifically that I worked with at the UC helping me with my business. They are part of the success that I’ve had and continue to help me grow. You never know who you’ll meet along the way!
Selena Mixon-Perez
Roberta’s Art Gallery, 2018
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for your career?
Working for Roberta’s Art Gallery, I was able to be a part of an effective team, and I had the opportunity to collaborate with many departments within the UC. I was also able to network and build professional relationships. My job took me out of my comfort zone and encouraged me to push my limits. I can now apply skills I have learned in the classroom, my personal life, and from my job. I believe that working in the UC helped me to become the business woman I am destined to be.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
Everyone I had contact with is professional, understanding, and innovative, which created a healthy work environment. I will definitely refer someone to work in the UC because there are many jobs that are great for any college student.
Travis Pluim
IT Desktop Assistant, 2016-2017
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
The position that I held in the UC helped tremendously with what I do in the position I hold today in both the aspects of the technical part of the job as well as in the communication part. I gained so much knowledge in working in the UC and with Dave Halbach as well. Dave shed a lot of guidance in showing me how the UC works behind the scenes and how IT plays a lot in with keeping the business thriving and working effectively. In working this job while in college it also helped my communication efforts as well and made me become a more effective and efficient communicator with peers and users that need your assistance.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
The UC was an awesome experience to have as a job, and if I could, I would go back and do it all over again. There are so many cool things that they do, and it was such a friendly and happy environment.
Jenn Nohr
SEAL & Pride Center, 2007-2008
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
The UC gave me experience working with diverse populations, I learned problem-solving skills, learned different computer programs & networking.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
Seeing all the different people gather/participate all the various activities in the UC.
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
Step out of your comfort zone. It helps you grow and meet amazing people.
Jessica Rossignol
UC Graphics & Marketing, 2018-2020
How do you feel your position in the UC prepared you for the job you currently have?
It was the best hands-on experience I could have gotten to prepare me for my current job. I am doing exactly what I did in the UC, just at a more advanced pace and level.
What was your favorite thing about working at the UC?
I loved the atmosphere and feeling of family. It didn't matter what department you worked in, everyone was friends. I always had a smiling face and someone to say hi to and ask about how things were going. It really made you feel like you belonged somewhere and fostered a great employee environment, especially as a student!
Advice for someone who is reluctant to apply for a UC position?
No matter what department you apply for, you will get experience that can be translated to your future career. The leadership/professional development opportunities, culture, and the various opportunities for hands-on experience is unmatched. Working at the UC is something you will never regret!