Career Tips for Students
Choosing the right degree for your future is one of the most difficult decisions a young student has to make. After all, your major could have a huge impact on your first job. And at the very list, your major will determine which university you choose. The last situation you want to find yourself in would be graduated from college with a four-year degree, wishing you could go back to school and re-do your studies in a different field. But don’t worry! The following career tips will help college students pick the right degree.
1. Choosing a Field of Study... Continue Reading >>
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More Job Seekers Finding Full-Time Work
The latest unemployment figures show that more professionals are moving from part-time jobs to full-time careers.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the number of full-time workers rose to 113.8 million in December 2011, it was the highest number of full-time permanent workers reported in the U.S. since February 2009, the height of the economic downturn... Continue Reading >>
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More College Students In Need of Counseling
After taking an aptitude test, an individual may discover that they have a talent for counseling. Psychology jobs are predicted to increase by 12% over the next 8 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The growth may help individuals find new counseling jobs in the industry, specifically in helping young adults.
The number of college students in dire need of counseling is rising, according to the New York Times. Medical experts believe that depression among young adults is fueled by psychotropic drugs, which are administered to treat conditions, such as bipolar disorder. More college students are also likely to release their stress through self-harm, as opposed to seeking counseling... Continue Reading >>
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4 Promising Careers for Criminal Justice Majors
Criminal justice is an interdisciplinary major where you study everything from psychology and technical writing to law and computer science. Upon completion of a criminal justice degree, you’re equipped with skills to work in a number of fields within the private and public sector. Here are four promising careers for a criminal justice major.
1. Detective/Criminal Investigator
The majority of criminal justice graduates end up in law enforcement, doing anything from patrol officer to detective work. If you’re already a police officer, know that a criminal justice degree makes you a more attractive candidate to be promoted to detective... Continue Reading >>
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5 Tips for Choosing Classes & Being Successful
College is a time of change, financial commitments, and lots of work. Bud amidst all this chaos (college is fun, but chaotic nonetheless), you can successfully stay on track by managing your classes and schedule. Read on for five tips that will help students choose courses and make the most of their time.
Don't Schedule Early Classes
Living in the dorms is not always conducive to a great night's rest. Even if you normally call it a night early, there’s no guarantee that the people around you (your roommate included) will do the same... Continue Reading >>
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Baby Boomers Looking to Increase Skills, Education
The recent economic downturn has created a new breed of college students - baby boomers looking to add skills to their resumes in order to better compete in today's tight job market.
According the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of college students ages 50 to 62 increased 17% from 2007 to 2009... Continue Reading >>
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United States Still Tops List for World's Best Higher Education
A new report show that when it comes to finding the world's best colleges and universities, the U.S. ranks the highest in the world, and as the market remains competitive, potential candidates may find that having a postsecondary degree on their resume from some of the best schools may be the edge they need to land the perfect job.
The U.S. took 7 of the top 10 slots on the Times Higher Education's World University... Continue Reading >>
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Career coaches assisting high school students now
Career coaches are widely seen as people who help mid-level professionals prepare for that next big step or change in their lives.
In Virginia however, high school students are getting a jump on their futures with help from career coaches who add a whole new twist to the traditional guidance counselor's role... Continue Reading >>
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Legal Studies Can Open Many Career Opportunities
For people who are interested in pursuing legal careers, the current recession is driving home the lesson that there's much more to the field than just working in a law firm. This week, the Indiana University website ran an article on a recent panel discussion about alternative legal careers.
All of the participants had legal degrees, but were currently working in fields that included freelance writing, academia, journalism, nonprofit management... Continue Reading >>
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How to Survive Your Halloween Office Party
Halloween is hard to wrap your head around. You thought you'd outgrown it in high school, but nevertheless donned a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle costume in college. In grade school, your classmates used to swap candy bars, but now you and your friends take turns buying cocktails. As a child, nothing could possibly rival a night of free sugar, but now you're not even sure Halloween's an actual holiday.
You're confused. And you're especially confused about your upcoming office party... Continue Reading >>
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Choosing the right degree for your future is one of the most difficult decisions a young student has to make. After all, your major could have a huge impact on your first job. And at the very list, your major will determine which university you choose. The last situation you want to find yourself in would be graduated from college with a four-year degree, wishing you could go back to school and re-do your studies in a different field. But don’t worry! The following career tips will help college students pick the right degree.
1. Choosing a Field of Study... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------
More Job Seekers Finding Full-Time Work
The latest unemployment figures show that more professionals are moving from part-time jobs to full-time careers.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the number of full-time workers rose to 113.8 million in December 2011, it was the highest number of full-time permanent workers reported in the U.S. since February 2009, the height of the economic downturn... Continue Reading >>
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More College Students In Need of Counseling
After taking an aptitude test, an individual may discover that they have a talent for counseling. Psychology jobs are predicted to increase by 12% over the next 8 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The growth may help individuals find new counseling jobs in the industry, specifically in helping young adults.
The number of college students in dire need of counseling is rising, according to the New York Times. Medical experts believe that depression among young adults is fueled by psychotropic drugs, which are administered to treat conditions, such as bipolar disorder. More college students are also likely to release their stress through self-harm, as opposed to seeking counseling... Continue Reading >>
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4 Promising Careers for Criminal Justice Majors
Criminal justice is an interdisciplinary major where you study everything from psychology and technical writing to law and computer science. Upon completion of a criminal justice degree, you’re equipped with skills to work in a number of fields within the private and public sector. Here are four promising careers for a criminal justice major.
1. Detective/Criminal Investigator
The majority of criminal justice graduates end up in law enforcement, doing anything from patrol officer to detective work. If you’re already a police officer, know that a criminal justice degree makes you a more attractive candidate to be promoted to detective... Continue Reading >>
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5 Tips for Choosing Classes & Being Successful
College is a time of change, financial commitments, and lots of work. Bud amidst all this chaos (college is fun, but chaotic nonetheless), you can successfully stay on track by managing your classes and schedule. Read on for five tips that will help students choose courses and make the most of their time.
Don't Schedule Early Classes
Living in the dorms is not always conducive to a great night's rest. Even if you normally call it a night early, there’s no guarantee that the people around you (your roommate included) will do the same... Continue Reading >>
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Baby Boomers Looking to Increase Skills, Education
The recent economic downturn has created a new breed of college students - baby boomers looking to add skills to their resumes in order to better compete in today's tight job market.
According the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of college students ages 50 to 62 increased 17% from 2007 to 2009... Continue Reading >>
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United States Still Tops List for World's Best Higher Education
A new report show that when it comes to finding the world's best colleges and universities, the U.S. ranks the highest in the world, and as the market remains competitive, potential candidates may find that having a postsecondary degree on their resume from some of the best schools may be the edge they need to land the perfect job.
The U.S. took 7 of the top 10 slots on the Times Higher Education's World University... Continue Reading >>
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Career coaches assisting high school students now
Career coaches are widely seen as people who help mid-level professionals prepare for that next big step or change in their lives.
In Virginia however, high school students are getting a jump on their futures with help from career coaches who add a whole new twist to the traditional guidance counselor's role... Continue Reading >>
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Legal Studies Can Open Many Career Opportunities
For people who are interested in pursuing legal careers, the current recession is driving home the lesson that there's much more to the field than just working in a law firm. This week, the Indiana University website ran an article on a recent panel discussion about alternative legal careers.
All of the participants had legal degrees, but were currently working in fields that included freelance writing, academia, journalism, nonprofit management... Continue Reading >>
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How to Survive Your Halloween Office Party
Halloween is hard to wrap your head around. You thought you'd outgrown it in high school, but nevertheless donned a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle costume in college. In grade school, your classmates used to swap candy bars, but now you and your friends take turns buying cocktails. As a child, nothing could possibly rival a night of free sugar, but now you're not even sure Halloween's an actual holiday.
You're confused. And you're especially confused about your upcoming office party... Continue Reading >>
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