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RSU Launches Campaign Empowering Professional Development for Those Who Seek New Opportunities

The effort is supported by data from a national survey commissioned by the University that suggests professional development opportunities are among the top benefits sought by job seekers.

With the start of a new year, most people look for opportunities to improve not only their health, but also their finances, education and career outcomes. RSU recently conducted a survey that showed nearly half (49 percent) of U.S. working adults sometimes look for another job, and that two out of three (67 percent) say that the professional development opportunities available to them through a new employer may impact their decision to switch companies.

The December 2018 study, sheds light on additional motivators for those seeking to move into a new venture, with one in five survey respondents reporting that attaining additional education on their fields (22%) and improving their communications skills (17%) are important to them.

RSU’s campaign portrays Bravo’s story of hard work and perseverance, and how in 2013 she provided CPR to a man who suffered from a cardiac arrest while running at a marathon, where she was also participating.

“The knowledge and experiences I have gained has helped me to take proactive steps in my town to ensure that people participating at races have proper emergency medical care available.

“RSU understands working professionals can benefit from career-relevant education that will help them develop professionally and enhance their opportunities,” said RSU chief academic officer and provost, Dr. John Woods. “Whether it is advanced education, a single course or a certificate program, we have a variety of choices to fit diverse needs.”