A College Student’s Guide to Resum...
Your resume markets you. It tells an employer about your work experience, your education, your targeted and adaptable skills, your certifications and whether or not you can fit into a global market. It doesn’t matter if you are applying for a local manufacturing job or applying for a graduate position in public relations. Conveying that you have the skills a global market demands is key to setting your resume apart from the masses. Sending the right resume positions you in the race for an open job. Employers also use resumes and cover letters screen out ill-suited...
Study Skills and Other Helpful Resources...
Attending college for the first time is an exciting, yet daunting, prospect. College students have a lot more freedom than high school students, which means they can make their own decisions. This is a double-edged sword, as many new college students are not used to taking responsibility for their daily schedules and their academic achievements. Developing good study skills is one of the best ways to achieve success in college and create a bright outlook for the future. Developing good writing skills and learning how to take tests will help college students get the best...
A Future Student’s Guide to Grants...
In order to qualify for financial aid you need to complete a Federal Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. It is recommended that all students apply even if they believe they won’t need the aid. You never know when you might encounter a monetary hiccup. There are various forms of financial aid each with different requirements and expectations. Whichever you choose, apply early. Some work on a first come, first serve basis. Grants & Scholarships Grants are given to students by federal and state governments for free. This means they do not have to be paid...