Written by Michael Rothe, Social Media Assistant with the Career Center and senior professional writing student. Alumnus Matt Reese offers advice for students interested in accounting careers. As a staff accountant for Kessler and Associates, LLC, in Springfield, Missouri, Matt Reese has found a position that fits perfectly with his skills and personality. Kessler and … [Read more...] about Inside Look: An interview with Matt Reese, Staff Accountant
Written by Amie Case, Graduate Assistant with the Career Center, Master of Arts, English: Creative Writing. It happens to the best of us: at some point, we all blubber our way through an interview. We think out loud with lots of “uhh’s” and “umm’s,” we completely lose track of what we were trying to say, and our minds freeze until we no longer know our own names. In … [Read more...] about Contemplating all possible meanings of the phrase “silent as the grave”
Written by Amie Case, Graduate Assistant with the Career Center, Master of Arts, English: Creative Writing. If you are overwhelmed or uncertain about your major, understanding the career development process can alleviate much of your stress. You will have more control over your decision if you follow this process while exploring majors and careers that fit your goals. … [Read more...] about Exploring majors and careers that fit your goals
Written by Grace Smith, office assistant for the Career Center and graduating creative writing major who's headed to Loyola Marymount University for MFA Program in Film & Television. So here is the truth: Interviewing is hard. It’s uncomfortable and intimidating, and, let’s be honest, just plain weird. Well, at least it is for me. I am always uncomfortable … [Read more...] about Interviewing: Before, During, and After
Want some constructive feedback on your resume? Bring a printout of your resume to one of the Career Center’s Resume Madness events to get a free review. Need some tips and handouts to create a resume? You can get that, too. Resume Madness is organized by college, but all majors and all academic levels may come to any of the following dates and locations: College of Arts … [Read more...] about Get your résumé reviewed at Résumé Madness