Launching Your Career
Faculty/Staff: Jamie Noakes, Cliff Robinson, Noah Arney, Shawn Read, Robbi Davey, Tara Bond, Sarah Gibson, Brad Harasymchuk, Larry Iles, Kyra Garson, Amie McLean, Leanne Mihalicz…
Platform: Pressbooks
Site link (if applicable): https://launchingyourcareer.pressbooks.tru.ca – COMING SOON!
Description: The authors are excited to introduce the second edition of From University to Career: Creating a Successful Transition, expanding on the success of our original textbook. With over 7,000 visits across 96 countries, this resource has supported students, faculty, and career professionals in preparing for the evolving world of work. This edition builds on feedback, integrates emerging trends, and expands key topics to better equip learners for meaningful careers. New additions include chapters on career planning theory, cultural diversity, Indigenous inclusion, and the impact of AI on work-integrated learning. The design for this new version has been refreshed for improved accessibility and readability.
Impact Summary
- [To be] Used in course(s): CO-OP 1000: Career Management
- When: Used every semester by CEL team
- Estimated number of students using textbook(s): 120 (3 cohorts of 40 students each)
- Average price of textbook replaced:
- The average price of a career-related textbook in Canada typically ranges from $50 to $250 depending on format (print or ebook) and publisher – we are using a modest estimate of $50/ textbook
- Estimated savings: $50 x 120 students = $6,000
