Etiquette for the savvy job seeker

Hors d'ouevre?

Learn how to juggle your food and beverage while networking at a reception.

Statistics show that 85% of your workplace success is due to your personal skills. So get ready to impress employers with your social graces—start by learning to navigate interview, business, and networking opportunities with confidence and professionalism...

Attend the next Networking Etiquette Event!

  • Learn practical networking etiquette tips while enjoying fabulous food and conversation.
  • Practice now, before you head out into the "real world." 
  • Get answers to your networking and etiquette dilemmas.

Certified business etiquette consultant, coach, speaker and business etiquette columnist for the Puget Sound Business Journal, Arden Clise of Clise Etiquette, will be presenting the Networking Etiquette Dinner this spring!

Networking Etiquette Dinner
Thursday, March 28, 2013

5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Plan to dress nicely, as though for an interview.

Attendance is free to the first 40 students who can commit to being present for the full 2-hour program.

Space is limited. Advance registration is required. Sign up in CES (Howarth 101) beginning Wednesday, January 23rd.

Etiquette Events are not just for juniors and seniors. First and second year students are encouraged to attend. Get a head start learning and practicing these important "soft" skills that employers value!

Thank you to the Alumni Council Career and Employment Services Committee for co-hosting this event with CES!

What students say about Etiquette Events:

“I had a great time—worked on my formal conversation and networking, and ate really well. I feel more capable and prepared for the work world.”

“The relaxed, friendly atmosphere helps make this event fun. Making a mistake is OK, which helps.”

“It was entertaining with useful advice and humorous stories about how to avoid etiquette mishaps. It was a good opportunity to walk through and actually practice proper etiquette.”


The Alumni Council Career and Employment Services Committee hosts the Etiquette event each spring, and ASK Night each fall. Please join us in thanking them for their efforts on behalf of Puget Sound students!