Generation Y are also known as millennials. People born between 1977-1990 or 1981-2000 depending on who you ask. There are many negative stereotypes about millennials including entitled, lazy, selfish, and slackers. After spending many, many years with Gen Y’ers in my home as well as in the work place hiring, training, managing, and teaching I […]
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The job search process can be demanding, intimidating, and just plain stressful. There are barriers to employment that many people encounter but with planning and support these barriers can become detours instead of stop signs.Common employment barriers include: Long-Term Unemployment Gaps in Employment Housing Appearance/Hygiene Transportation Citizenship/Ethnicity Family Obligations Health Concerns Lack of Experience Lack
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You can’t get a quality college education if you are not enrolled due to lack of finances. And let’s not forget that college student loan debt is at an all-time high so financial aid and scholarships are more important than ever before. In a nutshell, the college financial aid office is an essential destination for
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More than one in five Americans ages 18-34 told Pew Research Center pollsters last year that they’ve postponed having a baby “because of the bad economy.” The same proportion said they were holding off marriage until the economy recovered. More than a third of 25-to 29-year-olds had moved back in with their parents. The
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Getting to know your professor is great. Your professor getting to know you is even better. Not only can your professors help learn important course material and give you the tools to earn a good grade in their class, they can also provide valuable career advice, write a letter of recommendation, or introduce you to
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The Department Chair is a visionary leader and spokesperson for the department they manage. In fact, a Department Chair is more than a manager – the chair is the gatekeeper, spokesperson, and developer. The Department Chair is responsible for curriculum and courses, faculty appointment and supervision, department operations, student needs, administration relationships, and connection to
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Your advisor is generally your main point of contact on campus. It is in your best interest that your advisor gets to know you and you get to know them so that you can build a strong working relationship. You want to be more than a paper file. When you meet with your advisor the
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Many majors require students to complete an internship. Paid internships are the goal but I recommend students complete an internship even if it is unpaid and not mandatory. I listed reasons why I promote internships in the blog post “Why Do You Recommend Internships“. If you are currently seeking an internship I want to offer
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College Students, READ ON…these blogs are just for you! 5 Ways to Have a Great College Semester 5 Ways to Be a Leader 5 Reasons to Get Involved in Campus Life 5 Reasons Students Should Participate in Community Service 5 Things To Do Before You Change Your Major Discover and implement more valuable ways,
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Problem = any question or matter involving doubt, uncertainty, or difficulty A problem can be any task or assignment you must complete. We encounter problems – large and small – on a daily basis. From deciding what to have for breakfast or where to park at the grocery store to selecting a college major or
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