Skillfully used, an informational interview is one of the most valuable sources of occupational information. While the conversation may cover some of the same ground information on a company website, it presents opportunities for a flexible inside view of a …
When you’re looking for a job or exploring a new career path, it’s smart to go out on informational interviews. But what should you say when you’re actually in one? Which questions will help you gain the most information? Are …
Informational interviews are treasure troves of information. What you collect from these types of networking meetings—in which you build relationships with people at the organizations you want to join—can provide you with insights that can help you improve your resume, cover …
As with many of our prior posts, this post’s topic is one that relates to students of all types: high school students, community college students, college students, master’s students, and other types of students!
Today, we’re talking about networking. It …
Water, Culture and Community
ES 3303/HS 3319
Maymester 2023
M-Th 9 am – 12:30 pm
This two-week class will teach you how water was important in the establishment of our 300 year old city. Learn about both the science of how …
The Entrance Exam to Graduate School – the Graduate Records Exam [GRE] – has RETURNED!
Last year 2021, U.S. graduate programs temporarily waived this exam requirement for admissions due to all Testing Centers shutting down for Covid precautions. This year, as Testing Centers re-open across the nation, …
Group of young business students working together on computers in office. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.
Just because you’ve graduated doesn’t mean that you’re done learning. Throughout your entire life there will be a countless times where you can learn. From …
It’s 2022, and competition is fierce, even for high-level positions. Half the battle in finding a new career is getting that callback. There are things you can do to improve your chances. For example, networking with the right people sometimes …
Wouldn’t it be great if you could walk into your ideal company, tell them about yourself, and score your dream job right on the spot? Unfortunately, a job search takes a bit more effort than that, and employers want to …
Psychology is one of the most popular college majors. What kinds of psychology jobs are out there for you if you have an undergraduate degree? Dr. Stewart Shankman, Ph.D. spoke with us about how he prepares his students for …
