by Kaylee Guetter, Student Public Relations Writer
The largest spring career fair in Greene County took place Wednesday, Feb. 21, in the Doden Field House at Cedarville University. The event, which was free of charge and open to the public, included a record-setting 202 businesses and organizations seeking opportunities to hire their future employees.
With 852 individuals seeking to get a jump start on their career aspirations, featured a heavy presence of high schools, including Dayton Christian Schools. This is the largest spring career fair in university history based on the number of employers and individuals who attend the event.
“For those who attended the Cedarville career fair, they put themselves in a good position to gain more connections that can increase their ability to secure a job or internship,” said Cam Arminio, assistant director of career services. “Networking is an essential component in the job search process, so attending events like this career fair can give people a competitive advantage in the job search.”
Located in southwest Ohio, Cedarville University is a Baptist university with undergraduate programs in arts, sciences, and professional programs, and graduate programs. With an enrollment of 5,456 students in 175 areas of study, Cedarville is one of the largest private universities in Ohio and is recognized nationally for its authentic Christian community, rigorous academic programs, and high graduation and retention rates. For more information about the university, visit cedarville.edu.