THE University of Guyana (UG) is officially set to host its annual Career Day on April 17, given the university’s return to normalcy. 

Paulette Paul, the University’s Public Relations Officer (PRO) in an interview with the Guyana Chronicle yesterday, disclosed that thus far there are approximately 40 external participants along with a few Non-Profit Organisations (NGOs) that will be partnering with the university this year.
These organizations, noted Paul, will aim to educate students on the various career opportunities and requirements for employment within the different fields.
“It is an excellent opportunity for them to get first-hand information about the programmes and services offered by the university,” added Paul.
Given that schools country-wide will re-open on the 13th of April just after Easter, Paul stated that students will have a chance to register on Career Day for the coming academic year in September, since the university is now officially accepting applications.
“April 17 is the perfect date for this event since students, especially those residing in the 5th and 6th forms can register for their desired courses given that the application process has recently initiated and will conclude in May,” said Paul.
Moreover, Career Day will feature a cultural presentation-Talent Splash initiated by the Public Relations Division, which will focus on various talents/skills that students have and would like to showcase. Additionally, there will also be a competition within the faculties on the basis of which has the best display.
In relation to the recent strike at the university, Paul noted that if matters with the administration are not resolved this coming Thursday, she was hoping that Career Day would not come to another standstill.
Last year, Career Day attracted many private and public sector entities, as well as schools participating in the “whole- day event,” which left unforgettable memories. Companies such as Brusters Ice-cream and Giftland Office Max along with the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) enticed students by giving them the opportunity to engage with their services offered.
Career Day is an opportunity to get first-hand information about procedures pertaining to admission requirements, under-graduate programmes, graduate study, tuition cost, accommodation and social activities, particularly the sports clubs etc, of both the Turkeyen and Tain Campuses. Additionally,exploring one’s career path and learning about an area of interest is an advantage that Career Day holds for all its participants.