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Eric Melniczek
Director of Career & Internship Services
Slane Student Center 325
(336) 841-4558
emelnicz@highpoint.edu

Eric Melniczek works with High Point University students in teaching them proven techniques and strategies with regard to the development and execution of a career development action plan with the intent of accelerating the pace of their respective career searches. Prior to arriving at HPU in August 2009, Eric served for six years at the Radford University Experiential Learning & Career Development office and four years with two executive search firms, SR Clarke and Excel Partners. He earned his M.A.Ed. from Virginia Tech in Higher Education & Student Affairs Administration and his B.S. from Ramapo College of New Jersey in Business Administration. Eric enjoys hiking, road trips, watching professional & college sporting events, theater, and physical fitness. Recently Eric had accepted for publication an article entitled "Appalachian Natives and Their Love of Professional Wrestling." He is in the midst of writing a book entitled "Transitioning to the Real World: A Guide to Navigating Your First Year Out of College."

Susan Williams
Assistant Director of Career & Internship Services
Slane Student Center 318
(336) 841-9429
swilliam@highpoint.edu

Susan Williams is using her 12 years of experience providing career counseling and coaching to help High Point University students gain clarity and focus regarding their career goals. Certified in Myers Briggs Type Indicator and proficient in the administration and feedback of personality and career assessments combined with a M.S. in Counseling- Human Resources, she enthusiastically assists students in understanding their personality type, strengths, and interests. Prior to coming to HPU, she worked as the HR and Diversity Director for a multi-unit franchise in North Carolina and as a career consultant and coach with Joyce Richman and Associates as well as Virginia Polytechnic Institute.

For more information about the Civic Engagement/Service Learning program, contact Dr. Joe Blosser.

For more information about Undergraduate Research and Creative Works, contact Dr. Joanne Altman.

For more information about the Volunteer Center, contact volunteercenter@highpoint.edu or the Office of Student Life.