CTD Testimonials

The Career and Talent Development (CTD) team is proud to have supported countless students, faculty, advisors, and employers. This testimonial page highlights the inspiring stories and experiences of those we’ve had the pleasure of working with. Explore the impact of our partnerships and see how CTD continues to empower the Panther community every step of the way.

Student Testimonials

Christian Arauz

“I’ve attended multiple career fairs, employer workshops, resume-building events, and more through CTD…”

Cybersecurity ’25

Fabiola Gavarrete

“If it weren’t for Ms. Jaqueline Feliz, I wouldn’t have even considered Law School…”

Criminal Justice ’26

Tania Powers

“Thank you so much, Clotilde, for helping me prepare for my upcoming interviews. I feel so much more confident now…”

Architecture ’25

Ashley Bu Martinez

“I recently participated in the LinkedIn headshot photo session this past Monday, and I am so satisfied…”

Biochemistry ’27

Daniel Mazzari

“I am incredibly grateful to Nelly C. Leon for the invaluable support she provided in helping me prepare my resume…”

Electrical Engineering ’25

Linlin Zhang

“I’ve taken part in several workshops hosted by FIU CTD including Job Search Toolkit, Resume Vs CV Debate…”

Early Childhood Education PhD ’26

Mariana Rivas

“I did the Summer Linkedln Headshots on July 23, 2025 and it was truly a wonderful experience…”

Music Business & Production ’29

Emily Chaffins

“Attending the Fall 2025 Professional Dining Etiquette Dinner was one of the best experiences I’ve had…”

Creative Writing ’26

Employer Testimonials

DeShan Mingo

“Each interaction with staff has been nothing short of exceptionally pleasant…”

Senior Human Resource Practitioner, U.S. Office of Personal Management

Kevin Jones

“Career and Talent Development has been an invaluable partner throughout my 10+ years with FDOT…”

FDOT Talent Engagement and Support

Faculty and Advisor Testimonials

Kenzie Perry

“Clotilde Picart’s presentations are engaging and the information that she shares is critical to the students…”

Interior Architecture Adjunct Professor

Karen Veloz

“Ms. Picart always attracts positive energy and always welcomes with a smile…”

Director, Wertheim School of Music & Performing

Maida Purdy

“Clotilde Picart Laguer and I developed and delivered presentations …”

Lead Academic Advisor Lecturer, Department of Art + Art History

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Career and Talent Development Campus Locations

Modesto A. Maidique Campus SASC 305

Tel: 305-348-2423

​Engineering Center EC 2852 

Tel: 305-348-1281

Biscayne Bay Campus WUC 253

Tel: 305-919-5770

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Drop-in hours are held in person at our CTD offices and virtually on zoom. Please click here for scheduled times and locations.