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Nontraditional Students Shouldn’t Fear Returning to College

Kane Howard, York College

No, you're not “too old” to return to school.…

December 29, 2022

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5 Ways College Students Can Use Social Media To Network

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

It's never too late to put all the time you spend on Instagram and Twitter to good use. Here are some strategies to set the foundation for your future.…

March 29, 2022

How to deal with social anxiety while networking in college

How College Students With Social Anxiety Can Still Network Successfully

Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

Searching for career opportunities can be stressful for young people struggling with feelings of unease, but these tips can help you accomplish all of your work-related goals.…

November 11, 2021

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How To Leverage LinkedIn, the Social Media for Employment

Briana Byus, Biola University

Navigating the website can be challenging in an ever-changing job market, so here's a breakdown of how to maximize your presence on the professional platform.…

June 29, 2021

5 Things College Students Should Know Before Creating a LinkedIn Account

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

The professional social networking service can be a powerful tool for those in school, but there are a few things to keep in mind when you’re just getting started.…

August 11, 2020

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How To Network When You’re an Introverted College Student

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

When you're an introvert, putting yourself out there can be hard; as a student, however, it's important to prepare for your career, so learn how to do it effectively.…

April 18, 2020

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7 Must-Dos During Your Senior Year of College

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

Tackle your university bucket list before entering the real world.…

August 30, 2019

Shapr, the Networking App, Is Tinder’s Professional Older Sister

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Swipe right on your future!…

April 23, 2019

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6 Signs That You’re Doing College Wrong

Isabelle Mencia, University of Florida

Most of them include missing out on precious opportunities for, well, your laziness.…

March 29, 2018

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The Do’s and Don’ts of LinkedIn

Bonnie Wong, University of Southern California

How to harness the powerful networking tool to your advantage.…

March 17, 2018

Iowa State University’s Sabah Ali Wants You to Invest in Yourself

Marissa Cortes, Stony Brook University

As an Amazon Best-Selling Author, Iowa State’s Sabah Ali advocates getting an early start on networking and entrepreneurship.…

September 21, 2017

5 Reasons to Take Unpaid Internships

5 Reasons to Give That Unpaid Internship One More Chance

Timothy K. DesJarlais, University of Arizona

They may not buy you dinner, but working for free has a long, long list of benefits.…

May 12, 2017

Post-Grad Freedom: How to Deal with No Plans After College

So, You Don’t Have a Job Lined Up After Graduation

Kristina Fernandez, Florida State University

Does it feel like your friends are getting jobs just to spite you? If so, you've come to the right article.…

May 4, 2017

Spring Semester Bucket List: 7 Things to Do Before May

Your Spring Semester Bucket List: 7 Things to Do Before May

Jasmin Suknanan, Stony Brook University

You might be busy now, but that's better than being unemployed later.…

April 9, 2017

A Junior’s Guide to Landing Internships

A Junior’s Guide to Landing an Internship

Jasmin Suknanan, Stony Brook University

It’s internship season. Time to update your resume, register for LinkedIn and get down to business.…

March 5, 2017

Linking up with LinkedIn: Can Your Online Presence Really Help Your Career?

Linking up with LinkedIn: Can Your Online Presence Really Help Your Career?

Crissonna Tennison, UCLA

Building the right LinkedIn profile is a difficult task, but finding a job in the real world without marketing yourself is a lot tougher, folks.…

November 4, 2016

How to Get Jobs that Require Experience If You Have No Experience

How to Get Jobs that Require Experience When You Have No Experience

Jessica Stowe, University of Texas at San Antonio

Knowing how to sell yourself goes a long way, but so does improving your value.…

March 8, 2016