As a soon-to-be graduate, I’ve begun preparing for post-grad life. I just applied to graduate, I’m crossing off fun things on my Springfield bucket list, and I have finally gotten around to creating my LinkedIn page. LinkedIn seemed incredibly intimidating and difficult to learn so I kept putting it on the end of my to-do list. But now that I’ve created my account I can’t stop … [Read more...] about A Chat with Grace – Create a LinkedIn Account
It probably seems like only yesterday that you and your college student were worrying about SOAR, Move-in Weekend, understanding the world of college, and getting started in the right direction. Now your college student is approaching the end of his college career. Hopefully, you’ve watched him grow and blossom throughout his college years, and he’s now managing more on his … [Read more...] about Fall Preparations for Your College Senior’s Transition Out of School
For most college students, the first year is a total rush. New place, new space, new friends, new freedom. It goes by in a flash — one long strobe light effect. After the adrenaline of year one, there are very few welcome-back parties for sophomores. Roommates are new. Neighbors have changed. Three more years stretch out ahead; it’s time to get serious. Some students enter … [Read more...] about A 4-part plan for second year success
If the second year in college centers on reflection and decision-making, the third year is one of purpose and preparation. Students have had two years of discovery and growth and many opportunities to sample ideas and academic disciplines. They know their campus and its resources and have formed deep friendships. They are juniors. Now the second half of their college … [Read more...] about Junior year in college — Make it great
While some students may want to wait until the semester is finished before even thinking about a summer job, that could leave you without any job or with a less-than-desirable job this summer. If you haven’t already lined up your summer work, don’t wait any longer. Why should you consider a summer job? Earn money to spend. Earn money to save. Develop skills ranging … [Read more...] about Summer Jobs Offer More Than a Paycheck