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VOYAGE: beginning the process of discovering vocation

Sophomore year is the right time to begin your discovery process and identify elements of the vocation into which you are invited. Through interactive events, panel discussions, and opportunities to learn from juniors, seniors, and alumni, we invite you to set out on your vocational VOYAGE. Our goal is that your sophomore year will provide you with the clarity you need to step deeper into the story God is inviting you into. 

Whether it is discovering a great internship opportunity through our Internship Exploration event or celebrating your story alongside faculty, staff, and alumni at our Finale event, there are numerous opportunities for your Sophomore year to be a catalytic moment in the trajectory of your vocational exploration. 

Try not to miss a single event! 

Voyage Opening Night Logo
Sept 10, 2024. 3:30pm. Coray Alumni Gymnasium.

Opening Night

Our opening event to kick off our Sophomore Series: Voyage! The first step in your vocational voyage is to recognize and understand the unique story that God is inviting you into. Take time to explore pieces of your story through our four interactive stations, identify and articulate your unique strengths, and connect with other Sophomores on the same exploration journey.

This event has an open entry between 3:30pm and 5pm. The experience should take around one hour to complete. Last entry will be at 5:00 pm. Free Ben and Jerry's ice cream for all attendees who participate!

Registration is now closed for this event. 

Voyage Logo - Flame
Oct 1, 2024. 5:30pm. Meyer 145.

Hot Ones

Spicy sauce, hot takes!

Voyage 1 led us through discovering pieces of our own stories. Now it's time for Voyage 2: Hot Ones where you'll hear from faculty, staff, and a student leader about their calling and career journeys. This "Hot Ones" style panel event will feature Dr. Theon Hill, Athletics Director Mike Schauer, and Sophomore Class Co-President Karla Rocha responding to questions about their exploration of calling and career. The hot sauces get spicier as the questions get harder!

Join us for an evening of conversation and hot wings. Bring your curiosity and then stay to chat about your journey while snacking on hot wings.

Panel: 5:30-6:30pm
Wings and Social time - after the panel

Registration is now closed for this event.

Voyage Internship Exploration Logo
Oct 10, 2024. 4:30pm. CVC Studio Space.

Internship Exploration

Voyage 1 started your journey by exploring parts of your story. Voyage 2 continued the exploration as you heard from our panel about their stories and their own vocational voyages. Don't miss Voyage 3: Internship Exploration!

Join us for Voyage 3 to explore how internships can be a transformational part of student stories. Come hear a variety of student presenters who have completed internships during their time at Wheaton. Discover what internships looked like for students from majors spanning Political Science, Business, Economics, Communication, Engineering, Anthropology, Urban Studies, Art, and Pre-Med.

Learn why an internship can be a critical next step in your vocational voyage and get the inside scoop about where and how to apply.

Registration is now closed for this event.

Voyage Tools for the Journey Logo
Nov 21, 2024. 5:00pm. Meyer Lobby.

Tools for your Journey

With just two events left in our Voyage series, you won't want to miss Voyage 4: Tools for Your Journey.

Our fourth Voyage event is packed with practical takeaways for Sophomores as you continue discerning how God is shaping your story. Come join us on the first floor of Meyer Science Center to get a delicious dinner, a brand-new headshot, a winning LinkedIn strategy, and a dazzling elevator pitch. Pick two of three options for our dynamic breakout sessions, led by Wheaton alumni who have been in your shoes.

At the end of the night, show off your new skills in our elevator pitch competition and you could walk home with an Eno hammock, a Bluetooth speaker, or a mini HD video projector!

Speakers will include: 

• Developing Your Elevator Pitch - Brielle Te-Min Lisa '18
• Interview Basics - Abel Davila M.A. '26
• Maximizing LinkedIn – Adam Temple '09

Register on Handshake HERE.

Voyage Finale Event Logo
Jan 23, 2025. 5:30pm. Coray Alumni Gymnasium.

Voyage Finale: Celebration of Stories

Voyage 1 - you started to identify pieces of your story.

Voyage 2 - you learned how others articulated their stories.

Voyage 3 - you explored how internships can help shape and inform your vocational story.

Voyage 4 - you were equipped with practical tools as you prepare to share your story.

The Voyage 5: Celebration of Stories finale event brings together the Wheaton community to recognize that we live our stories with others. This event sets the table for you to hear stories from faculty, staff, and alumni to hear their stories - and begin to share your story in a warm, celebratory environment. 

After enjoying a delicious dinner together, we will hear a word of welcome from Dr. Ryken and an inspiring talk by Alumni Association President Jerard Woods'12 who will share his own vocational and spiritual journey.

Sophomores, you won't want to miss this grand finale event!

Register on Handshake HERE.