RMU Ready
All students have a dream for the future. RMU students have a plan.
Introducing RMU Ready, a comprehensive initiative that’s all about empowering you to achieve your unique goals — for your life.
Through RMU Ready, you’ll explore paths and possibilities as we develop a customized, step-by-step, year-by-year plan, for your success. We will be with you every step of the way, and when you launch your career, you’ll be prepared, you’ll be confident, and you will be Unstoppable.
The RMU Ready Advantage
From the moment you arrive on campus through your first year in the professional world, RMU Ready provides a personalized, step-by-step plan for your success. Grounded in the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies, this program ensures you develop the essential skills employers value most.
RMU Ready offers a structured, customized roadmap tailored to each student. With guidance from dedicated advisors and success coaches, you’ll develop mastery in critical skills and gain hands-on experience that will set you apart in the competitive job market.
Building Your Foundation: The Career Readiness Academies
Each student will complete eight foundational academies:
Critical Thinking Foundations Academy - Boost your decision-making and problem-solving skills to tackle any challenge with clarity and confidence.
Diversity & Inclusion Academy - Embrace diversity and foster a culture of respect. Gain insights to create inclusive, welcoming spaces for all.
Financial Wellness Academy - Master essential financial skills—from budgeting to investing—for a secure future.
Interview Academy - Enhance your interview skills with practical strategies and AI feedback to stand out to employers.
Leadership Development Academy - Develop your leadership potential with emotional intelligence, visionary thinking, and inspiring others.
Professionalism Essentials Academy - Build workplace etiquette and habits to thrive in any career and elevate your professional game.
Teamwork Fundamentals Academy - Strengthen your teamwork skills for clear communication, collaboration, and impactful group success.
Technology Enrichment Academy - Protect yourself in the digital world by learning essential cybersecurity skills to stay secure online.
Customized Skill-Building Activities
Beyond the foundational academies, RMU Ready offers personalized opportunities to deepen your expertise in each competency. Working closely with your advisors, you’ll identify additional activities tailored to your interests and career goals. These activities may include workshops, internships, volunteer experiences, or specialized projects. Each completed activity earns you points, bringing you closer to mastering the competencies.
Your Progress, Your Achievements
As you accumulate points and demonstrate proficiency, you’ll earn digital badges representing your mastery in each NACE competency. These badges can be showcased on your LinkedIn profile, providing tangible evidence of your skills to potential employers.
