Emily C Hawarny

Emily currently serves as the Interim Associate Director for Career Development to provide strategic guidance and compassionate leadership to the Career Development team, as well as collaborating with departments across campus to ensure career readiness is strategically embedded in all aspects of the UNCW experience.

Emily has served as the Assistant Director for Marketing and Technology in the UNCW Career Center since 2023. In this role, she oversees office communications, social media, website content, digital media, and print marketing materials. In addition, she acts as the liaison with Career Center technology vendors such as Handshake, Big Interview, and PathwayU to ensure the newest product updates and features are brought to UNCW students for career development resources. As a member of the Career Center leadership team, Emily collaborates on strategic initiatives to scale career development resources across campus and tell the larger story of how students succeed at UNCW and beyond.

Previously, Emily was a Career Counselor at Texas State University, and has additional experience in nonprofit and start-up work. She also served in the Peace Corps in the Philippines from 2010-2012. Emily is passionate about helping students reach their full potential and sharing the deeper impact of career development with all stakeholders.

Education

B.A. in Journalism, University of Massachusetts Amherst
M.A. in Counseling, St. Edward's University

Professional Service

Member, North Carolina Association of Colleges and Employers (NCACE)
Member, Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE)
Member, National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
UNCW Student Affairs Strategic Planning Committee
Presenter, National Career Development Association (NCDA)