Careers in Aging: Virtual Career Fair

This event will consist of two parts: a panel discussion and and a "meet and greet" part during which attendees can interact with different professionals in the field. Your registration is good for both parts, no matter whether you are planning to attend only one part or both.

While this career fair is focused on providing helpful information for current and prospective students interested in aging, everyone - student or not - is welcome to join, ask questions, learn about the work of others, and/or share their own career stories!

Part 1

10 AM - 11 AM: Experts in Aging Panel & Career Story Sharing

During the first hour, a panel of OGA members will briefly introduce themselves and their past and/or current work, outline their career paths, and share any experiences, insights, and lessons learned along the way. After these introductions, all attendees are invited to ask questions and share their own career stories and experiences.

Panelists:

• Kathleen M. Sullivan, PhD - Regional Director for EngAGE NW; OGA Board President
• Jenny Sasser, PhD - Faculty at Portland Community College (PCC; gerontology program); former Founding Director of Marylhurst University's gerontology program
• Vicki Schmall, PhD - President and Gerontology & Training Specialist with Aging Concerns; Professor Emerita of Oregon State University (OSU)
• Margaret B. Neal, PhD - Professor Emerita of Portland State University (PSU); former Director of PSU's Institute on Aging

More information about the panelists

Part 2

11 AM - 12 PM: "Meet & Greet" with Aging Professionals

During the second hour, attendees will have the opportunity to virtually meet several professionals working in different aging-related fields. They will give a brief overview of their work, career path, and most important lessons learned, and then be available to answer questions. 

Each aging professional will host their own Zoom meeting so attendees can switch among meetings as they wish. The 60 minutes will be divided into three 20-minute segments, each starting with the same introduction so attendees have a chance to learn about at least three professionals without missing any background information.

Participating professionals:

Shannon Baggerman, LCSW
Program Coordinator, Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services
Zoom Host: Sara Kofman

Polly Bangs
Owner and Operator, Urban Excursions
Zoom Host: Claire Ghazal

Barbara Cronin
Director, Monmouth Senior Community Center
Zoom Host: Melissa Cannon

Alan DeLaTorre, PhD
Age-Friendly City Program Manager, City of Portland, Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Zoom Host: Margaret Neal

Mike Faber, MA
Gerontology Instructor, Portland Community College
Zoom Host: Jenny Sasser

Rebecca Miller, MPA
Disability, Aging and Veteran Services Supervisor, Washington County Health & Human Services
Zoom Host: Cory Bolkan

Polina Munblit-Gregg, MBA
Assistant Administrator, Rose Schnitzer Manor (Cedar Sinai Park)
Zoom Host: Patty Glines

Zachary Shawver, BS
Disability and Aging Services Coordinator, Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services
Zoom Host: Kathleen Sullivan

More information about the participating professionals

The individual Zoom links will be shared with all registrants shortly before the event; please make sure to register ASAP!

This event is free for everyone!

PLEASE REGISTER FOR FREE to receive the Zoom links. Should you encounter any difficulties registering online, please don't hesitate to reach out!