UMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect, learn, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions, essential upskilling opportunities, and leveraging available community support.
Join us for our upcoming webinars, or watch previous recordings.
Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Building Your Digital Brand
In today’s competitive job market, building a strong digital brand is essential for standing out to employers and expanding your professional network. Join Dr. Rowena Winkler from the UMBC Career Center to learn the importance of creating a compelling LinkedIn profile that effectively showcases your skills, experiences, and professional interests, and how to leverage that profile to expand your network.
Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: AI Demystified
Join Dr. Mohammad Samarah, Graduate Program Director for UMBC's Software Engineering Graduate Program for AI Demystified: The 7 As of AI and How You Can Use It to Your Advantage, a practical webinar that breaks down key concepts in artificial intelligence and explores how you can leverage them in your personal and professional life. Whether you're curious or cautious about AI, this session will help you engage with it more confidently and strategically.
Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Teach Yourself Data Science
Join Dr. Ergun Simsek from UMBC's Data Science Graduate Program for Why & How to Teach Yourself Data Science, a webinar that explores practical strategies, tools, and mindsets to build your skills independently and confidently in this high-demand field.
Paws & Pivot Webinar Series: Trends in the Labor Market
Join Faith Dinh from UMBC's Division of Professional Studies for Trends in the Labor Market, a data-driven webinar that highlights emerging industries, in-demand skills, and what today’s shifting workforce means for your career planning.