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K to the Pacific Northwest, a virtual series of K-Treks this term, will begin with K to Nike from 3 to 4:30 p.m. this Thursday. All students are welcome to register through Handshake to network with alumni and get to know what it takes to succeed at a global company.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

More students than usual will have a chance to participate in three K-Treks<\/a> this term that will help them network with Kalamazoo College alumni and get to know what it takes to work at global companies such as Nike, Amazon and Starbucks.<\/p>\n

K-Treks, offered through the Center for Career and Professional Development<\/a> (CCPD), are traditionally career-immersion experiences in which students travel to explore jobs of interest. With virtual experiences this term, cost is not a factor in determining how many students can attend. A more expansive group can be included with all benefiting from enriching opportunities to make meaningful professional connections and get a feel for professional life at a specific business.<\/p>\n

The events, collectively called K to the Pacific Northwest<\/a> this term, begin with K to Nike from 3 to 4:30 p.m. this Thursday. K to Amazon, scheduled for 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, February 11; and K to Starbucks, slated for Thursday, March 4, also are available.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe tell students that the best path to landing a job or an internship is through one’s network.” CCPD Assistant Director for External Relations Valerie Miller said. “Recruiters might sift through hundreds of resumes for a single job posting, but someone in your network can open doors to unknown companies and opportunities. Even virtually, you can\u2019t beat an opportunity to meet K alumni and expand your network.\u201d<\/p>\n

Students may sign up for any or all three of the experiences through Handshake<\/a> at any time before that event begins. The Kalamazoo College Sport Business Club<\/a> inspired K to Nike, although any student, regardless of their major, would benefit from attending. K to Nike, for example, will feature five alumni, none of whom majored in business. They are:<\/p>\n