About

The Career Exploration Center (CEC) supports undergraduate students who are exploring their major, career, and academic goals. We assist students in gathering information, personal insight, and experiences that: 

  • are based on their interests, values, and skills
  • help them explore their options
  • connect them to relevant resources and tools
  • provide direction in planning the next steps in their career journey

CEC advisors are available for remote and in-person appointments in our main office in Ingraham Hall, as well as in select residence halls. Visit our Career Advising page for more details.

On this page: Mission & Values | CEC Staff

Monday–Friday

8:30am–4:30pm

114 Ingraham Hall

1155 Observatory Drive

Madison, WI, 53706

cec@wisc.edu

608-265-4497

@uwcareerexploration

Mission & Values

OUR MISSION

The UW-Madison Career Exploration Center’s mission is to empower all undergraduate students to strategically explore their career and academic options.

OUR VISION

Strategic exploration is a central component of UW-Madison undergraduates’ career development.

OUR VALUES

The Career Exploration Center’s work and interactions with students and colleagues is guided by the following values: inclusion, collaboration, agency, innovation, and a person-centered approach. 

  • Inclusion: We respect all individuals and welcome them to bring their unique experiences, perspectives, and identities to our work. 
  • Collaboration: We work with campus partners to provide holistic, well-informed advising and resources.
  • Agency: We support students in developing the skills necessary to strategically explore academic and career options, as well as set and achieve relevant goals.
  • Innovation: We innovate and evolve in keeping with industry trends and advising best practices. 
  • Person-centered approach: We encourage students to bring their whole selves to the exploration process, guided by their unique needs and goals.

CEC Staff

Claire Peters

Position title: Career Advisor

Email: claire.peters@wisc.edu

Audrey Cowling

Position title: Career Advisor

Email: audrey.cowling@wisc.edu

Ryan Bouchard, Ed.D.

Position title: Career Advisor & Lead Program Coordinator

Email: rtbouchard@wisc.edu

Rachel Goodman

Position title: Communications Coordinator

Email: rlgoodman2@wisc.edu