With so many career possibilities open to them, how can students explore which fits their interests? The A&S | Maxwell Office of Student Success offers a variety of programming to facilitate career exploration and readiness, such as immersion trips. This spring break, a group of 17 A&S | Maxwell undergrads had the chance to experience one of those immersion trips: the annual Winston Fisher Seminar in New York City.

Founded in 2006 by Fisher Brothers partner, AREA15 CEO, Dean’s Advisory Board member and Trustee Winston Fisher ’96, the week-long Winston Fisher Seminar allows undergraduate students from all majors across the College of Arts and Sciences and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs to explore how their liberal arts education can be leveraged into a wide variety of careers in the business world. Throughout a typical trip, students spend their time in New York City developing and presenting business plans, touring different employers and gaining critical networking experience with recruiters and alumni.

During this year’s immersion, participants visited several high-profile organizations, including Penguin Random House, Major League Baseball, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Morgan Stanley, iHeartMedia and more. “Connecting with the students throughout the week, hearing their business plans, and learning about their aspirations is truly one of the highlights of my year,” said Fisher, reflecting on this year’s seminar. “As a firm believer in the power of a liberal arts education, I’m excited to see where their journeys take them and the impact they’ll have on the world.”

“There’s no substitute for the first-hand knowledge and experience Winston’s seminar provides. In addition to gaining insight into the professional world and entrepreneurship, students build lasting relationships with peers and accomplished members of our alumni community,” said Matt Wheeler, director of employer and alumni engagement.

Take a peek into the 2025 Winston Fisher Seminar below.

Students kick off the 2025 Winston Fisher Seminar with benefactor Winston Fisher ’96 at Fisher Brothers.

Students hear from an alumni panel led by policy studies alum Kate Abogado ’20 at Deloitte.

Psychology and forensic science major Seth Cohen ’25 speaks with Charlamagne tha God on the set of The Breakfast Club.