Exciting changes are underway for CMU students and alumni as Career Services and the Alumni Association have merged to form the new Alumni Engagement and Career Services Office. The office serves as a hub to support both students and alumni throughout the different stages of their careers.
The newly combined office aims to enhance the support network available to students and alumni. By combining resources, the office will offer comprehensive services like job placement assistance, networking events and various alumni-focused engagement activities.
Overseeing this change is Sean Rubalcaba, who was recently hired as the executive director of alumni engagement and career services. Rubalcaba brings a unique blend of personal and professional experience to this role, which makes him an ideal leader for the new office.
“We want to provide career tools and opportunities for students looking for their first job, or alumni that want to search the job market after being in a career for a number of years,” said Rubalcaba.
During his time as a student at CMU, Rubalcaba played football for the Mavericks, where the team won two Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Championships. His experience as a student-athlete instilled in him a deep understanding of the importance of teamwork, discipline and perseverance.
After earning his Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in management in 2016, he utilized his degree by working with local businesses in the Grand Valley. This work led to Rubalcaba’s selection by the Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce to join the Mesa County Leadership Program, solidifying his strengths in leadership and community engagement.
Rubalcaba’s education, his experience as a student-athlete as well as past work and volunteer roles have seamlessly prepared him for this new position, and he looks forward to the future. His vision for the Alumni Engagement and Career Services Office is to create a seamless transition from student life to professional life — ensuring that CMU graduates have the tools and network they need to succeed in their careers.
“My time at CMU was unforgettable, and if I can help others have a similar experience, I want to help in any way I can,” said Rubalcaba. “I am excited to rejoin Colorado Mesa University. This will be a new adventure. I look forward to it.”