Jesus Del Rosario
Online student
After a COVID-19 hospitalization forced a pause in his studies, Jesus returned and excelled, continuing his coursework online even while traveling to the Philippines to care for his mother.
Alumni & Friends
Real students. Real perseverance. Real success.
Laurus College graduates come from every walk of life. These are a few of the people whose determination inspires us every day.
Commencement Day
Every Walk Across the Stage
Alumni & Friends, Together
Welcome
Welcome, Laurus College alumni and friends!
Graduation doesn't end your place in the Laurus College community, it starts a new chapter of it. Whether you're job hunting, going back for another degree, or just want to see how far fellow graduates have come, this is your home base.
“Laurus College is committed to providing a guided pathway within its local and distance education communities by offering high quality, flexible, future-ready programs aligned with employability skills for the job market.”
Alumni resources
Job search, resume, and career readiness tools for our graduates and current students. Open a topic to see what’s inside.
Job & internship search 6 sites
- Indeed — Entry-level roles, internships, and part-time openings across industries.
- USAJOBS — Federal jobs, including hiring paths for veterans, students and graduates, and individuals with a disability.
- Remote.co — Focused exclusively on remote work opportunities.
- Handshake — Built for college students: internships, jobs, and employer events tied to academic programs.
- LinkedIn Jobs — Job and internship search alongside your professional profile and connections.
- CareerOneStop — U.S. Department of Labor resource for job search, training programs, and local workforce services.
Openings specific to Laurus programs are posted here as they become available.
Resumes, cover letters & portfolios Guides & templates
Start with the basics
Gather your information before you start writing:
- Contact details
- Education history
- Work and volunteer experience
- Skills and certifications
- Software knowledge
- Portfolio or project links, if needed
If you are submitting a resume and cover letter together, use a matching header, keep formatting consistent across both documents, and make sure the cover letter covers your greeting, strengths, examples, and closing.
Free template sites
- Canva — Customizable resume templates with drag-and-drop editing and matching cover letters. Free tier plus paid options.
- Google Docs template gallery — Free resume templates you can edit from any device. Sign in, then choose Template Gallery → Resumes.
Resumes
- 10 resume writing tips (Indeed Career Guide)
- How to write a great resume (California Dept. of General Services)
Cover letters
- How to write a cover letter (Indeed Career Guide)
- How to write a cover letter that sounds like you (Harvard Business Review)
Portfolios
Career podcasts 4 picks
- The Modern Career — Best for networking, career pivots, and personal brand building. Conversations about building careers intentionally and creating meaningful professional connections.
- Career Talk — Actionable tips on job searching, interviewing, networking, personal branding, workplace communication, and career growth.
- The LinkedIn Podcast — Best for LinkedIn presence and professional identity. Career growth, networking, and professional development tied to LinkedIn use.
- The Career Ready Podcast — Résumés, interviewing, LinkedIn, networking, internships, job searching, career exploration, and skills employers value, with interviews across different career fields.
Career Readiness workshops 4 upcoming
The Teaching & Learning Center runs a Career Readiness workshop series open to Laurus students and alumni.
- Aug 13 — Interview Preparation & Confidence
- Aug 27 — Professional Communication
- Sep 17 — Career Advancement & Lifelong Learning
- Oct 1 — Career Portfolio Showcase & Action Plan
Email tutoring@lauruscollege.edu to join a session or ask about future dates.
Portfolio support for alumni Alumni only
Portfolio support is available exclusively to Laurus College alumni.
If you are a Laurus College graduate and would like assistance, email tutoring@lauruscollege.edu. Please include your specific questions and a brief description of the help you need, so we can point you to the right person.
Building your professional presence LinkedIn checklist
Professional networking and personal branding help you make meaningful connections and create opportunities throughout your career. A complete LinkedIn profile is the fastest place to start:
- Photo and headline. Use a clear, professional photo, and write a headline that reflects your career interest or skills rather than just “Student.”
- About section. A short paragraph on who you are, what you’re studying, and your career goals, highlighting two or three relevant skills.
- Experience and education. Add your program and expected graduation date, plus any work experience, internships, projects, or volunteer roles.
- Skills and keywords. Add 5–10 relevant skills, using the terms employers in your field actually search for.
- Connections. Connect with classmates, instructors, and people in your field, and follow organizations you’re interested in.
Your profile is your digital first impression. Keep it current as you build skills and finish courses.
The websites and tools listed above are external resources and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Laurus College. They are provided for educational and career development purposes only. Laurus College does not control their content, pricing, or terms of use, and listing a resource here is not a recommendation of any paid product or service.
It’s never too late to follow your dreams.
Meet Our Alumni
Stories that stay with us
Lillibeth Naniola
Graduate
Lillibeth returned to school to honor her late parents’ dream of seeing her earn a college degree, and finished what she started.
Michael Alexander
Graduate
Through frequent moves, family hardship, and a period of homelessness, Michael kept going, and reached graduation through sheer determination.
James Holyfield
Business Administration
James earned his bachelor’s degree at 69, overcoming serious health challenges along the way, living proof that it’s never too late to finish.
De Andre Armstrong
Information Technology
An IT graduate who credits the Laurus team for their support, De Andre encourages fellow graduates to embrace every challenge ahead.
More graduate spotlights are featured in our news.
Commencement moments
Celebrating every walk across the stage
Recognition
2026 DEAC Outstanding Graduate
Courtney Zessin
Each year, DEAC invites its accredited institutions to nominate graduates for Outstanding Graduate recognition. Laurus College nominated Courtney Zessin for 2026.
