IL101: Information Literacy Buzzin' Bees Podcast series

The teams in IL 101 (taught by Stella Herzig) choose a topic of interest to them and that they felt would be of interest to a university community. They discuss the latest research and their own perspectives; they recommend a book from our SAU library, and recommend an action for the listeners to consider. 
These 5-11 minute each episodes were recorded at and originally aired on KALA-FM under the auspices of Dave Baker at the SAU radio station studio.

The opinions/conclusions of the student-hosts are their own and not that of St. Ambrose University or KALA-FM.

What workplace skills are they learning?

"Innovative qualities matter in the job market. That’s because employers want more from college graduates than good grades. What employers really want – according to a recent survey – are graduates who can effectively work in diverse teams, are creative thinkers and have persuasive communication skills. In short, employers want innovators.*"

*Mayhew, N.J., & Selznick, B.S. (2018, April 9). Why double-majors might beat you out of a job. The Conversation. https://theconversation.com/why-double-majors-might-beat-you-out-of-a-job-92798

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"Communicating your skill set clearly to prospective employers is crucial. Remember that hard and soft skills matter, with soft skills becoming increasingly sought-after in today’s workplace. If you’re a great communicator, an empathetic leader or a creative problem-solver, don’t forget to highlight those skills alongside your technical and software expertise. This will make it easier for employers to understand the value you can bring to their organization."

Donaghue, E. (2024). Studies reveal the skills employers (really) want. Business News Daily. https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/7333-job-skills-get-hired.html

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