Education Is Ongoing Education doesn’t stop when you leave the classroom. Remaining current on the skills, trends, and policies of your chosen profession is an important part of the career development process. Today I am continuing to invest in myself and my professional development by attending the Maryland Career Development Association Conference “Tradition vs. […]
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Get In, Get Out, Get Ahead initiates a frank discussion about what it really takes to get involved on campus and make connections to make a difference, get out of college with the skills and experience employers value, and get ahead in your chosen career field. This conversation is best offered to the entire
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As tuition continues to rise, many people are questioning the value of a college education. According to census data analysis by Pew Research Center, high-school graduates, as a whole, were more likely to live in poverty and be dissatisfied with their jobs, if employed. Young adults with only a high school diploma earn 62% of
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The traditional college experience where students enter and graduate from the same institution has steadily over recent years. It is estimated that nearly one third of students change higher-education institutions. The economy, sky-rocketing tuition rates, and better marketing by community colleges are all factors. I don’t want to overlook that these transfers can also be
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My college success coaching helps struggling, unmotivated, unprepared students as well as thriving students GET TO GRADUATION with more than a degree. My clients GET TO GRADUATION with assistance in course and activity selection, utilization of campus resources, building a professional network, and developing a solid career plan. Why am I so passionate about
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I am a strong proponent of education. I believe that education begins at home and that the world is our classroom. When asked if a college education is “worth it” I say yes it is. I believe that college is still a valuable investment that that requires systemic improvement. Should parents or professors teach
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Nationwide, more than 400,000 children live in foster care. Each year, an estimated 20,000 young people “age out” of the U.S. foster care system at 18 or 21 years old. Many of these young people carry the trauma of their past, have experienced gaps in their education, have limited work history and job skills,
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Last fall I wrote a blog titled 23 Ways To Earn Money In College. Many colleges are now offering entrepreneurship degrees in addition to business management and business administration. Social entrepreneurship is a fast growing industry. On Friday, ABC aired a Shark Tank episode where all the businesses were created by college students. It was
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Independence – one of the best things about college life can also be one of the most challenging. Unlike high school, college students have much more autonomy in selecting the classes you take. The goal of a college education is to develop well-rounded students who become global citizens. General education requirements usually include art, music,
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Families of college-bound students are becoming savvy shoppers. Over the last few years there has a lot of emphasis placed on the college admissions process. Students are not hedging their bets on one dream school. They understand the need to select a school based on academics, location, social activities, and cost. As students become more
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