Arts and Cultural Leadership Master's - U of M

It's election day! Wondering how to get involved in civic engagement beyond today? Our Director of Graduate Studies Tom Borrup will speak next week at the webinar linked below, exploring ways to encourage civic engagement beyond voting.

How to Bounce Back After Being Ghosted by a Museum Job Waiting for that "next step" email that never arrives? Job application ghosting can feel discouraging, but don’t let it shake your confidence! Become a job-ghosting buster 👻 Here are five ways to regain your momentum and keep moving forward: 1. You’re Not Alone Ghosting by organizations has, unfortunately, become a common (though frustrating) practice during the job application process. While it doesn’t make it right, recognizing that it’s beyond your control can be freeing. Remember, ghosting is usually more of a reflection of what’s happening within the organization than your value and potential as a candidate. 2. Keep Moving Forward Don’t let the setback stop you: use it as fuel to keep going! Never pause your job search, even after a great interview—keep applying and exploring opportunities. Learn to manage your expectations, and avoid putting all hopes on any one job. 3. Take a Moment to Regroup Your worth isn’t defined by any single position. Reflect on what, if anything, you might take away from this experience. Then, create your own closure and turn your focus back to new possibilities. 4. Keep Bridges Intact The museum field is small, so resist the urge to burn bridges, even when ghosted. Send a polite thank-you email even if you haven’t heard back, but don’t dwell on it. Treat each interview as another step in your journey—after you’ve followed up, let it go. 5. Find a Job-Hunting Buddy A job search is a lot to handle alone! Team up with someone for support, insights, or just a listening ear. They could be in the museum field or outside it, but having a buddy can make the process a lot more bearable. Museum job seekers, don’t let ghosting dim your light—keep moving, keep applying, and stay confident! 🔦🌟 P.S. I love boosting confidence! Come work with me during one of my upcoming programs (Rapid Resume Review, Jumpstart Your Job Search or private coaching): www.yourmusue

Interested in looking at Minneapolis' culture from an outside perspective? Check out this BBC article, which spotlights how native art, culture, and activism shape the city.

According to the National Council of Nonprofits, more than 12.3 million individuals are currently employed by nonprofit organizations. What are some of the main reasons people gravitate towards nonprofit work, and why do they stay? #NonprofitOrganizations #CulturalLeadership #CivicEngagement #community #GradSchool #ProTips #CareerGoals https://lnkd.in/g-5kABKS

The university's Office of Student Affairs invites students to submit their artwork for exhibition at galleries across campus. Solo and group exhibition opportunities are available! https://lnkd.in/giGU8JWj

Sound advice from our CCAPS professional development team!

U of M Career Services has a new website! It's full of helpful tips and resources--from support for undocumented/DACA students to labor market insights. The site serves the entire University community, even employers looking to recruit U talent. Check it out! #CareerServices #ProfessionalDevelopment #JobSkills  https://career.umn.edu/

Are you a current U of M grad student? Have you seen the Grad School Current Student Toolkit? Find useful info on workshops, career planning, funding opportunities, and more!  #GradSchool #CareerHelp #AcademicResources #PayingForCollege https://lnkd.in/gWWkV9qf

Check out this article about ACL alum Anat Shinar, the Artistic Director of Young Dance, talking about her new Babywearing Dance class. “A babywearing class is another opportunity for someone to connect with their child, for their child to connect with them and to find community,” Shinar said. The drop-in class runs every Friday through May.

ACL students can apply for CCAPS needs-based scholarships every fall and spring semester. The Spring 2025 CCAPS scholarships application is open until October 21. To be eligible, students need to complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA and apply for the CCAPS scholarships through the CCAPS Financial Aid website: https://lnkd.in/gpGHmTJh #scholarships #ccaps University of Minnesota College of Continuing & Professional Studies