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The Center for Professional Engagement (CPE) is dedicated to preparing students for meaningful careers, through both professional development programs and opportunities to engage with employers. If you’re a student, be sure to check out our Mentor, GPS, and Internship programs, which provide excellent opportunities for you to enhance your professional skills. If you’re an employer, we invite you to take a look at our Engagement for Employers website, where you can explore all the ways that you can connect with our students. Please reach out to our CPE Director, Karen Thompson, with questions about how to get involved: karen.thompson@sonoma.edu
Dr. Karen Thompson, CPE Director and Professor of Management
Karen is the key person to connect with regarding our career and professional services programs. She is dedicated to ensuring students receive a valuable experience that will help jump-start their careers. Connect with Karen at 707-664-2626 or karen.thompson@sonoma.edu.
Joe Standridge, Accounting Forum Advisor, Business Lecturer
Throughout the years, Joe has inspired hundreds of students to pursue their careers in accounting, connected students to jobs at top accounting firms in the North San Francisco Bay Area, and built key relationships with employers in the region. Connect with Joe regarding Meet the Firms, Accounting Forum Banquet, and accounting job and internship opportunities. You can contact him at joe.standridge@sonoma.edu.