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OUR VISION & MISSION

The vision of Career Development & Exploration is to be the premier career support center by providing relevant and forward-thinking programs and services to best serve all students at Cleveland State University.

We serve all students, alumni, employers, and faculty/staff connected to CSU. Our mission is making sure students leverage the university to achieve their highest goals now and in the future.

We identify strategies, resources, individual coaching, and events and programming to prepare students and alumni for the world

of work. 

OUR PROMISE

We believe that students of all backgrounds and abilities have the right to develop knowledge

and skills to help them be successful in the future. 

We celebrate and advocate for the unique diversity of our CSU students.

We seek to serve, understand, teach, and learn from our community.

We value the privilege in our role to pave the way, break down barriers to access, and help students achieve success.

We provide support to overcome obstacles and empower others to progress towards a successful and meaningful work life. 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

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DID YOU KNOW?

We use Handshake to share job opportunities and schedule 1-on-1 career coaching appointments with CSU students.

You can log into Handshake with your CampusNet credentials to set up a time to connect with your very own Career Specialist.

YOU CAN SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH US ONLINE!

Don't just take it from us! Hear why students, alumni, faculty, and employers recommend meeting with our team.

WHY WORK WITH CDE?

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Don't know where to get started? Explore some of our most common areas of focus!

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