The University of Florida Career Connections Center is pleased to present our 2025 Webinar Series! These webinars are a part of our Employer University initiative designed to empower employers with cutting-edge insights in college recruiting. Our webinar courses will elevate your proficiency in crucial hiring practices and emerging industry trends. Our mission is simple: to empower you to maximize your recruitment strategies, cultivate a compelling brand presence, and secure the brightest candidates from the University of Florida's distinguished talent pool.
We invite you to partake in these transformative learning opportunities by registering for our webinar courses. Each webinar will be offered twice, ensuring maximum accessibility to our viewers. Best of all, Employer University Webinars are entirely complimentary, and you have the added benefit of earning SHRM credit. Your success is our commitment, and we look forward to welcoming you to Employer University.
Employer University Webinars Will Help Employers
- Maximize your recruitment efforts
- Develop an influential employment brand at UF
- Save time, energy, and hiring costs
- Increase your recruitment ROI
- Successfully hire Florida’s finest
- 98% of past webinar attendees stated that they plan to incorporate the strategies learned in the webinar
- 98.5% of webinar attendees stated that they learned at least one technique related to college recruiting
- 97% of webinar attendees stated that Employer University courses helped them learn general information about the characteristics associated with today’s college students
How Can I Join the UF Employer University Spring Series?
Register today by using the provided ZOOM link below for an Employer University webinar course. You will receive SHRM credit once you complete the webinar.
Measuring ROI: How Employers Track Campus ROI
Dates and Times:
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 – 2:00 pm
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 – 11:00 am
Description:
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion exploring how leading employers measure and evaluate the return on investment (ROI) of their campus recruitment strategies. From career fairs and information sessions to student organization engagement and internships, recruiters are constantly seeking data-driven ways to assess what works, and what doesn’t, when attracting top college talent.
In this session, hear directly from employers who recruit heavily on college campuses as they share the methods, tools, and metrics they use to connect recruiting outcomes to business results. Whether you’re refining your strategy or building a new approach, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help you recruit smarter and more strategically.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn what key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarks employers use to evaluate campus recruiting success
- Explore how companies track student engagement and post-event outcomes
- Gain insights into how employer branding, hiring rates, and long-term retention tie into ROI
- Discover tools and platforms that support effective measurement and reporting
- Hear real-world strategies from a panel of experienced campus recruiters
Innovated Strategies to Enhance Gen Z Recruitment
Dates and Times:
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 – 2:00 pm
Friday, June 20, 2025 – 11:00 am
Description:
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring innovative strategies to effectively recruit Gen Z talent. As the first true digital natives, Gen Z brings a fresh perspective to the workforce. Learn how to adapt your recruitment strategies to meet their expectations. This session will dive into the best practices for engaging Gen Z, from leveraging technology to promoting diversity and work-life balance. Whether you’re looking to attract top talent or retain them, this webinar will provide actionable insights to help you connect with this dynamic generation in a way that resonates with their values and communication preferences.
Key Takeaways:
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Learn how to use technology and social media platforms effectively to connect with Gen Z candidates.
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Discover how to craft an employer brand that resonates with Gen Z’s values and career aspirations.
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Gain insights into the work-life balance, career development, and corporate social responsibility factors that Gen Z values most.
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Understand the best methods to engage with Gen Z throughout the recruitment process, from outreach to retention.
Understanding the Value of Experiential Learning to the Recruitment Strategy (EL)
Dates and Times:
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 – 2:00 pm
Friday, July 18, 2025 – 11:00 am
Description:
Are you ready to transform your recruitment strategy and tap into a pool of top talent at UF? Join us for our latest webinar, "Understanding the Value of Experiential Learning to the Recruitment Strategy," designed for employers looking to explore new ways to engage students and develop their skills. Whether you're a small to medium-sized business, a non-profit, or an industry with specialized skill sets, this session will show you how to tap into the full potential of experiential learning to build a strong talent pipeline.
In this insightful webinar, we will delve into key aspects aimed at enhancing your recruitment approach:
• Embracing Experiential Learning
• Empowering Employability Through Real-World Exposure
• Diverse Avenues of Engagement
Whether refining your current recruitment strategy or expanding your organization's reach, this webinar equips you with the tools and insights to achieve recruitment success through experiential learning.
Questions Regarding Employer University?
For details on Employer University please contact Jesus Batista, Manager for Industry Engagement, directly at jesusbatista@ufl.edu or (352)273-2322.
Employer University Webinars
Employers can also register for all the webinars on the C3 website at https://career.ufl.edu/employers/employer-university/