Alexis Avery

Alexis (Lexie) Avery is a career services professional at Binghamton University with extensive experience in student engagement and career development. She currently serves as the Senior Associate Director of Student Engagement and Career Readiness at the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development.12

Career Progression at Binghamton University

Lexie Avery has held several positions at Binghamton University's Fleishman Center:

• Senior Associate Director, Student Engagement and Career Readiness (Current role)
• Career Consultant (August 2018 - January 2020)
• Career Consultant in Residence (August 2016 - August 2018)
• Career Consultant/Career Consulting Assistant (August 2015 - August 2016)

Education and Background

Lexie is an alumna of Binghamton University, having completed her Master's degree in Literacy Education in 2015.2 Her background in education informs her approach to career services, focusing on teaching students how to leverage their experiences and skills for future career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities and Initiatives

In her current role, Lexie leads strategy and goal setting for several areas:

• Career consulting and exploratory initiatives
• Career education and outreach
• Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• Career preparation and experiences
• Faculty and academic integration

She has developed and managed several programs, including:

• Authoring the Career Exploration Guide
• Managing early engagement programs like Kickstart and Exploration Day
• Supervising professional staff, peer assistants, and graduate assistants
• Developing relationships with non-profit organizations and alumni

Philosophy and Approach

Lexie is passionate about empowering students to explore their interests and create action plans for their futures.2 She emphasizes the importance of thinking beyond traditional career paths, encouraging students to consider how their unique experiences and skills can be applied in various ways.2