VandyPASS Wins Two Awards

Philadelphia, PA—The Career Center's innovative badging program, VandyPASS, received national recognition at the Suitable.co Pathways Conference.

Allison Otto , the Assistant Director of Badging and Skills at Vanderbilt Career Center, accepted two awards at the conference. VandyPASS won the Best Marketing Strategy award, recognizing the innovative digital and in-person marketing that has promoted the program across campus. Otto also accepted the Changemaker award for her creative approach to badging and collaboration. These recognitions showcase the hard work and dedication of Otto and the entire team at the Vanderbilt Career Center.??

"It’s a testament to our team's dedication and the innovative spirit at Vanderbilt," Otto said. "We’ve worked tirelessly to ensure our students have the tools they need to succeed in their careers."?

In addition to receiving these awards, Otto was featured on a panel discussing the implementation of badging programs at different institutions, sharing valuable insights and experience. Otto highlighted the significance of VandyPASS in showcasing skills and accomplishments to potential employers.?

"Your Vanderbilt University degree is vital. Part of that degree includes the world-class education students receive outside the classroom," Otto explained. "From student organizations to professional development to community involvement, VandyPASS empowers students to represent the skills they gain through these experiences."?

VandyPASS, short for Pathways for Achieving Skills and Success, is the Career Center’s innovative approach to showcasing the skills students obtain. Engineered by Suitable, VandyPASS provides students with a virtual roadmap by tracking their experiential learning and connecting it to different career pathways. This powerful tool enables students to tell their unique stories to employers, other institutions, and peers.?

For more information about VandyPASS and the Vanderbilt Career Center, visit their website vanderbilt.edu/career or reach out to Allison Otto directly.?

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