LTU Earns Career Development Recognition from Colleges of Distinction

Southfield, MI, June 26, 2025 — Colleges of Distinction is proud to recognize Lawrence Technological University for its exceptional commitment to preparing students for lifelong career success. As a recipient of the 2025-2026 Career Development badge, LTU has demonstrated a clear dedication to helping students translate their college experience into meaningful careers.

Earning a college degree is an important milestone, but a successful transition to the workforce requires more than a diploma, especially in the face of economic uncertainty. Institutions awarded the Career Development badge have shown that they offer the tools, resources, and guidance that make all the difference.

“Career services can often be treated as an afterthought, but not at LTU,” said Tyson Schritter, Chief Operating Officer at Colleges of Distinction. “Its approach to career development is deeply embedded in the student experience from day one through graduation.”

In awarding this recognition, Colleges of Distinction evaluates schools based on their delivery of career-centered programming in the following resources: 

• Integrated Career Exploration and Preparation

• • • Introduction to the career services office during new student orientation and the first semester.
    • Collaboration with academic departments to integrate career resources into the classroom.
    • Guidance to help students navigate the services available at different stages of their academic journey.
    • Emphasis on career and major exploration across all fields of study.

• Accessible Programs and Training

• • • 24/7 online access to career services resources.
    • One-on-one counseling appointments for personalized assistance.
    • Services such as self-assessments, résumé and cover letter writing, interview preparation, and networking support.
    • Workshops and events to enhance job search skills and receive feedback.

• Dedicated, Career-Centered Staff

• • Both career and personal assessments to help students gain self-awareness and explore their interests.
  • Employ dedicated staff members for employer relations and corporate partnerships.
  • Facilitate mentorship and internship programs to connect students with alumni and industry professionals.

“LTU empowers students not only to find jobs but to launch meaningful careers,” Schritter said. “Its Career Center goes far beyond job boards and mock interviews by delivering a holistic and proactive approach to post-graduate success.”

View LTU’s profile. Learn more about LTU’s Career Development.

About Colleges of Distinction
Since 2000, Colleges of Distinction has been committed to recognizing schools across the United States for their exceptional contributions to higher education. Member institutions within the Colleges of Distinction consortium distinguish themselves through their unwavering focus on providing an outstanding undergraduate experience. Their website offers dynamic college profiles, customized tools, and valuable resources for students, parents, and high school counselors. Learn how to become a College of Distinction.

About LTU

Lawrence Technological University, www.ltu.edu, is one of only 13 independent, technological, comprehensive doctoral universities in the United States. Located in Southfield, Mich., LTU was founded in 1932, and offers more than 100 programs through its Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Business and Information Technology, Engineering, and Health Sciences, as well as Specs@LTU, which offers communication training programs of the former Specs Howard School, and LTU’s growing Center for Professional Development. PayScale lists Lawrence Tech among the nation’s top 11 percent of universities for alumni salaries. Forbes and The Wall Street Journal rank LTU among the nation’s top 10 percent. U.S. News and World Report lists it in the top tier of best in the Midwest colleges. Students benefit from small class sizes and a real-world, hands-on, “theory and practice” education with an emphasis on leadership. Activities on Lawrence Tech’s 107-acre campus include more than 60 student organizations and NAIA varsity sports.