🐾 If PAWS were applying for a job, he'd need more than school spirit to stand out.
A strong resume starts with a clear header and an optional professional summary that
tells employers who you are and what you bring to the table. Stay tuned as we help
PAWS build a resume one section at a time! #WCU #CatamountCareers #CareerReadyCats
#CareerDevelopment #ResumeTips #WesternCarolinaUniversity #CCPD Alt Text: Slide 1:
Introduction to a resume tips series featuring PAWS, Western Carolina University's
Catamount mascot. Text reads: "If Paws were applying for a job..... Resume Post #1."
PAWS appears wearing WCU clothing beside an "Apply Now!" note and a prompt to swipe
through the carousel. Slide 2: Example of what not to include in a resume header.
The sample lists "Paws Catamount," "Somewhere in the Mountains," "@OfficialCampusCelebrity,"
"Occupation: Hype Machine," and "Favorite Activity: Interrupting Photos." Text notes
that this information is "Not exactly recruiter friendly." Slide 3: Example of an
effective resume header. A sample includes a name, email address, phone number, and
city and state. Tips explain that WCU students may use their Catamount email address
and do not need to include a full street address. The slide emphasizes keeping contact
information professional and easy to find. Slide 4: Example of a professional summary
for PAWS, highlighting campus ambassador experience, audience engagement, teamwork,
and community outreach. The slide explains that a professional summary is optional
but should communicate who you are and the value you offer employers. Slide 5: Closing
call to action asking whether a resume is giving "professional candidate" or "campus
mascot chaos." Students are encouraged to schedule a resume review through the Center
for Career and Professional Development at careers.wcu.edu.
🐾 If PAWS were applying for a job, he'd need more than school spirit to stand out.
A strong resume starts with a clear header and an optional professional summary that
tells employers who you are and what you bring to the table. Stay tuned as we help
PAWS build a resume one section at a time! #WCU #CatamountCareers #CareerReadyCats
#CareerDevelopment #ResumeTips #WesternCarolinaUniversity #CCPD Alt Text: Slide 1:
Introduction to a resume tips series featuring PAWS, Western Carolina University's
Catamount mascot. Text reads: "If Paws were applying for a job..... Resume Post #1."
PAWS appears wearing WCU clothing beside an "Apply Now!" note and a prompt to swipe
through the carousel. Slide 2: Example of what not to include in a resume header.
The sample lists "Paws Catamount," "Somewhere in the Mountains," "@OfficialCampusCelebrity,"
"Occupation: Hype Machine," and "Favorite Activity: Interrupting Photos." Text notes
that this information is "Not exactly recruiter friendly." Slide 3: Example of an
effective resume header. A sample includes a name, email address, phone number, and
city and state. Tips explain that WCU students may use their Catamount email address
and do not need to include a full street address. The slide emphasizes keeping contact
information professional and easy to find. Slide 4: Example of a professional summary
for PAWS, highlighting campus ambassador experience, audience engagement, teamwork,
and community outreach. The slide explains that a professional summary is optional
but should communicate who you are and the value you offer employers. Slide 5: Closing
call to action asking whether a resume is giving "professional candidate" or "campus
mascot chaos." Students are encouraged to schedule a resume review through the Center
for Career and Professional Development at careers.wcu.edu.
