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Our Mission

The Career Services office at the College of Fine Arts empowers students and alumni to own, shape and celebrate their personal and professional paths. A dedicated team works to ensure that Fine Arts students have the values, awareness and skills needed to engage with the artistic, cultural, economic and technological forces shaping the arts today. The office provides a comprehensive range of offerings, including tailored career coaching, coursework, specialized student programming and annual signature events. We can support your professional journey during your time on the 40 Acres and after. The Career Services office offers resources and professional support to undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni of the college.

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Staff

Avianne Ernest, Director
Jamil Hooper, Associate Director
Maria Meinert, Life Design Coordinator
Ting-Ting Chen, Senior Program Coordinator
Sydney Westin, Senior Career Services Coordinator
Dana Philips, Employer and Alumni Engagement Coordinator
Maya Halabi, Career Services Coordinator
Morgan Laner, Student Career Success Coordinator

ABOUT THE STAFF

Contact

COFACareers@austin.utexas.edu @cofacareers

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Events

  • COFA Career Services Drop-In Hours (Spring 2026)
    Tuesday January 13 - Tuesday April 21, 2026
  • Networking 101, Hosted by Disney College Program
    Tuesday February 17, 2026, 1:00 - 2:00pm
  • Career City Limits
    Thursday February 19, 2026, 3:00 - 6:00pm
  • Job and Internship Search Basics
    Thursday March 5, 2026, 4:30 - 5:30pm
  • Portfolio and Website Workshop, Version 1 (for Music, Theatre, and Dance)
    Wednesday March 11, 2026, 3:00 - 4:00pm
  • Portfolio and Website Workshop, Version 2 (for Studio Art, Art History, AET, and Design)
    Wednesday March 25, 2026, 3:30 - 4:30pm
  • Design Your Life at UT
    Thursday April 9, 2026, 4:30 - 5:30pm

For more events visit the College of Fine Arts Calendar

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Doty Fine Arts Building (DFA) 1.103
2301 Trinity Street,
Austin, TX 78712
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