Davenport offers career builder course to those impacted by COVID-19 Courtesy Davenport University Davenport University is offering a free online course to individuals who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The seven-week course is called Communications 120 – Presentation Techniques and is designed to help individuals improve their presentation skills, build their résumés, enhance their LinkedIn profiles and earn three college credits. “Davenport is proud to once again be able to offer this opportunity,” said Dr. Richard J. Pappas, president of Davenport University. “Helping our fellow Michiganders aligns with our mission as a university to help individuals gain the knowledge and skills that will lead them to a successful career.”