Manually sifting through vast amounts of data to uncover insights is a challenge. By applying generative artificial intelligence to classify and categorize data, you can streamline this process and free up more time for strategic decision making. Acquire essential skills, such as: AI prompting techniques Analytical thinking Data classification and summarization Generative AI IBM Granite and Large Language Models Problem solving Text classification Earn an industry-recognized Digital Credential and an IBM Certificate Learners who successfully complete the GLE receive two IBM SkillsBuild Digital Stickers, a Data Classification and Summarization Using IBM Granite Digital Credential issued and verified by Credly, and an IBM SkillsBuild Certificate. Enrollment window: Sept 8th – Sept 26th, 2025 at:  https://skills.yourlearning.ibm.com/activity/PLAN-56758A4E041D?ngo-id=0302&utm_campaign=aca-handshake Course starts: Sept 29th, 2025 Hours: 13.5 (7h self-paced content + 6.5hours of optional live sessions)

Generative AI is making coding and app development more accessible for everyone. Learn how to use generative AI for code generation, troubleshooting, and optimization. Acquire essential skills, such as: AI prompting techniques Analytical thinking Code generation and optimization Generative AI IBM Granite Large Language Models Problem solving Earn an industry-recognized Digital Credential and an IBM Certificate Learners who successfully complete the GLE receive two IBM SkillsBuild Digital Stickers, a  Code Generation and Optimization Using IBM Granite Digital Credential issued and verified by Credly, and an IBM SkillsBuild Certificate. Enrollment window: Sept 8th – Sept 26th, 2025 at: https://ibm.biz/Bdnb6S Course starts: Sept 29th, 2025 Hours: 12.5 (6h self-paced content + 6.5hours of optional live sessions)

Step into the next level of Excel proficiency with this hands-on workshop designed to boost your data analysis skills and elevate your reporting efficiency. Whether you're preparing for internships or focusing on upskilling, this program equips you with the tools to stand out in any industry. This series emphasizes practical Excel techniques commonly used by experienced professionals. By the end of the workshop, you'll be confident in tackling data-related tasks that senior analysts and associates handle daily. Please read the description below. All workshops are virtual. When you register for this program, you'll be asked to complete a brief survey.  A confirmation and additional information (including a Zoom invitation) will be provided prior to each workshop. Space is limited! If we've reached capacity, you will be placed on a wait list. What You’ll Learn: Efficient Reporting Techniques: Master key functions like SUMIFs, COUNTIFs, VLOOKUP, and Cell Referencing/Locking to blend, aggregate, and summarize data seamlessly. Pivot Tables & Charts: Conduct insightful analysis and create compelling visualizations with Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts. Data Management Best Practices: Organize data effectively and build well-structured, error-proof workbooks by learning how to QA (quality assure) results. Hands-On Problem Solving: Work through a variety of real-world scenarios to gain confidence using advanced Excel formulas and functions. Why Attend This Workshop? Real-World Relevance: Practice techniques directly applicable to professional challenges. Collaborative Learning: Thrive in a supportive environment with peers building similar skills. Career Impact: Develop expertise that prepares you to take on higher-level data tasks with confidence. Now in its 11th consecutive year, students continue to finish AESOP programs as strong pre-professionals confident in their abilities to tackle the organizational challenges of the modern day. This Academy is led by Haverford '09 alum Panos Panidis. Panos has a great deal of industry expertise in consulting, finance, startups, and entrepreneurship and has become a dedicated mentor to supporting liberal arts students as they explore competitive career paths. Questions? Reach out to Susan Smith at the Center for Career Education at susmith@vassar.edu.

Stop by the CCE Table at ALANA Fest to celebrate with us! ALANA FEst is one of the ALANA Center's core events, designed to make visible and celebrate Vassar’s community of color, while fostering connection and solidarity on campus and beyond. This large annual event includes catering by local restaurants, performances by guest artists, student performers, tabling/interactive activities led by ALANA orgs, campus partners, and community orgs.