Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: LSA Opportunity Hub

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Are you passionate about UX research and design? Curious about building a career in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of AI? Join us for an inspiring session with LSA alum Jamie Monville as she shares her journey—from an undergraduate degree in English Language and Literature and a Master of Science in Information, to her role as Senior Product Manager at a nonprofit creating AI-powered literacy tools. Whether you're considering a career in technology, exploring MS programs, or still weighing your options, this is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and advice from an accomplished leader in the field.


About Jamie Monville

Jamie Monville is currently a Senior Product Manager at Quill.org, a nonprofit building free online learning tools that use AI to provide students with immediate feedback and coaching on their writing. Prior to joining Quill.org, Jamie spent more than a decade in Ann Arbor earning her B.A. in English Language and Literature, a Master of Science in Information from the School of Information, and in her work supporting LSA students as a staff member at LSA Tech Services and the LSA Opportunity Hub.


You should attend this session if you are:

An undergraduate U-M LSA student
Interested in career paths available in Tech, User Experience, or AI
Thinking about applying to MS programs after you graduate from LSA
Wanting to learn more about what a product manager does and how to become one



What you’ll gain by attending:

Make a valuable connection with a successful LSA alum ready to help you navigate the MS application process
Get ideas for how to build and grow a career in the field of technology
Gain tips and tricks for building communities and networks past your LSA degree


RSVP now to be a part of the conversation. The link to join this Alum Connection will be emailed to you after you RSVP.

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