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Choosing a college major can be scary and overwhelming but it can also be extremely satisfying. Why did you choose your college major? Did you select it because you were interested in the subject because you wanted to know more or to prepare you for a specific career field? If the goal of your major […]
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Since 1985, the price of college has increased 538%. Average student loan debt is nearly $30,000 per graduate. To combat the skyrocketing higher education costs, start saving for college early, investigate scholarships, keep an open mind about where you obtain your degree, and explore student aid. Many students also work while they attend school to […]
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Social Workers are dedicated to making a difference. They are compassionate professionals committed to helping others live their best lives. According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), social work is one of the fastest growing careers in the United States. Employment of social workers is projected to grow 19 percent […]
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What do earning a college degree, landing the job of your dreams, and getting a big promotion have in common? Each of these successes brings new responsibilities, new experiences, and new expectations. Have you ever felt anxiety or lack of motivation when you’re close to achieving a big goal? Have you wanted something really bad […]
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Success = the accomplishment of an aim or purpose We all strive for success but success is individual as we are. What success means to me may not be the same as what success means to you. Our unique preferences and goals negate the fact that specific characteristics and behaviors make success more feasible. Here […]
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Labor Day—the first Monday in September—celebrates the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of America Are you doing labor that you love? Get Hired Workshop During this interactive workshop we will explore the strategies in Get Hired Toolbox: 30 Ways to Land the Job of Your Dreams to help you develop […]
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Wishing you a great semester! 1. Expect to Succeed The most important part of success is your mindset. What you think and belief is displayed in your actions. It’s pretty hard to do well when your focus is on a negative outcome. Focus on what you want to happen and not what you don’t. […]
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The transition to college can be both scary and fun. If I had a time machine I would go back to my undergraduate freshman year and have a talk with myself that would go a bit like this: 1. Study Build your college years on a solid foundation. Pay attention in class, take good notes, […]
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If I had a time machine I would go back to my junior year in undergrad and have a serious conversation with myself that would go a bit like this: 1. Get more experience before graduation Since you’re not working in the social work field you should do more volunteering. Choose a place where you […]
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