Showing posts with label Karl Kandt. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Karl Kandt. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

The Purpose of a Parent Teacher Organization

Throughout his career, Karl Eric Kandt has worked with various higher educational institutions as an admissions counselor, recruitment coordinator, and career advisor, among other roles. His participation in school activities extends to Herington Grade School, where his son attends. Karl Kandt is a member of the school’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

A PTO is a group that plans activities in an effort to support a school, its teachers, and students. A primary function of a PTO is fundraising. Money raised through organized events, such as golf tournaments and auctions, are used to purchase school necessities, finance enrichment programs, and plan appreciation events.

PTOs also offer administrative support. Members of the group volunteer for a range of activities, including chaperoning field trips and assisting with library donations. The group’s primary goal is to help maintain the school to the best of its ability, so the school can continue daily business routines.

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Kansas State University Career Services - Helping Grads Find Jobs

Karl Eric Kandt, a rancher and former U.S. Army Reserve officer, has spent much of his career in leadership positions at universities. Karl Kandt’s most recent academic management role, as assistant direct of career and employment services (ces) at Kansas State University, put him in charge of coordinating career fairs and workshops that helped many students find jobs after graduation.

CES at Kansas State University provide students entering the workforce with a variety of tailored options. CES provides students with résumé help, interview prep services, and even dining etiquette workshops. The Career Closet program offers professional attire for both men and women, helping students look sharp for their next interview.

KSU’s career and employment services office also hosts career fairs for a variety of professions. In addition to the all-university career fair held in September, industry-specific fairs for design, education, business, engineering, and agriculture give students the opportunity to meet employers in their chosen field.