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Heidi Gilbert

Career Advisor

Heidi joined Career and Professional Development in June 2015. Throughout her time in the office, Heidi has served in several different roles, including liaison to the College of Engineering and liaison for Student Veterans. Currently, Heidi serves as a career advisor and meets with students from a variety of academic backgrounds. She is also a trained federal career coach. Heidi is passionate about working with college students and empowering them throughout their career journeys including exploring career options, seeking experience, searching for jobs, negotiating salary, building professional skills, and more.

Educational background

M.S. College Student Personnel Administration
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO

B.S. Cell and Molecular Biology
Winona State University
Winona, MN

Professional affiliations

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE)
  • Virginia Association of Colleges and Employers (VACE)