Earn PRO points for completing a project to digitally transform a small business or non-profit. The projects are sponsored by the Institute for Business and Information Technology (IBIT). To request PRO points for completing a small business / … [Read more...] about IBIT Small Business / Non-Profit project
PRO Points
Volunteer / Community Service (Spring, Summer, Fall 2020 only)
We are introducing a new volunteering activity that will award points for significantly helping family, friends, or a local business use technology to engage, work, or conduct business during the current crisis. To request PRO points for a … [Read more...] about Volunteer / Community Service (Spring, Summer, Fall 2020 only)
Certificates
PRO certificates recognize the professional achievements of top performing students. The certificate is designed to be shared with others so it includes a brief explanation of the PRO program and why you are a top student. Printed PRO certificates … [Read more...] about Certificates
Other Career Fair
To request PRO points for participating in another career fair you will need to include the below information. This includes all career fairs except the IT Career Fair. Title of the career fair Term in which it was completed Sponsoring … [Read more...] about Other Career Fair
Overview
Professional achievement includes relevant industry experiences, career knowledge, leadership, communication skills, ability to work in a team, and readiness for the workplace. Professional achievement is different from academic achievement, both are … [Read more...] about Overview
Professional Achievement Dashboard
How to access Log-in to Community, on the top left hover on My Sites, select your e-portfolio, and click on Dashboard. On the left, hover on Professional Achievement, click Dashboard. Current total PRO points Current Reward … [Read more...] about Professional Achievement Dashboard
Study abroad
Earn PRO points for study abroad related to your major. Pre-approval is not needed, points are awarded after you complete study abroad professional development activities related to your major. Eligible activities include: Blog about and show … [Read more...] about Study abroad
Register as an alum
Congratulations on graduating! Register as an alum to earn PRO points. Registration allows you to continue your professional development by gaining access to exclusive alumni events, activities, and discounts. Registration also preserves your … [Read more...] about Register as an alum
Full-time job offer
Congratulations on receiving a job offer! We are proud of your accomplishment. Earn PRO points for reporting the full-time job offer. To request PRO points for receiving your full-time job offer you will need: Official job title (e.g., … [Read more...] about Full-time job offer
Work experience
Earn PRO points for internships that provide valuable work experience. PRO points are only awarded for paid internships that directly relate to your major and course work. Type Description Full-time major-specific internship Highly … [Read more...] about Work experience
Research project
Earn PRO points for working on a research project with a faculty member. Contact individual faculty to find out about their research and available projects. The faculty member specifies the requirements, decides on the PRO point value, and approves … [Read more...] about Research project
Class project
Certain class projects are eligible for PRO points. These projects involve a professional development aspect and are associated with specific instructors. For more information on the specific requirements, please consult the instructor. To request … [Read more...] about Class project
External challenges, competitions, and events
All external challenges, competitions, and professional development activities must be pre-approved. Pre-approval is needed to ensure that the activity is a legitimate professional development opportunity. Note that activities listed in the PRO … [Read more...] about External challenges, competitions, and events
Badges
Badges recognize your professional achievement. The badges are automatically displayed on your e-portfolio. No action is required. The highest performers are recognized on the main department website, become eligible for awards, are awarded PRO … [Read more...] about Badges
Request Points
Review the Earn Points table Confirm that you have completed the requirements of the selected point earning activity. The department or student organization is responsible for recording the points for certain activities (e.g., committee … [Read more...] about Request Points
Get Started
To quickly get started with the Professional Achievement program: Read the Overview. Get inspired and create a plan by reading about Josie Smith, new freshman, or Mary Jones, a new transfer student. Create a profile and e-portfolio on the … [Read more...] about Get Started