Networking and Mentorship

Guide to A Letter of Recommendation: What Students Need to Know

College Prep, Networking and Mentorship, Student Resources / Sarah Hofacer

If you’re thinking about going back to school after time away, you’re probably navigating a lot of unfamiliar territory. Between applications, transcripts, and entrance exams, there’s one requirement that often catches non-traditional students off guard: the letter of recommendation. Maybe it’s been years since you’ve asked anyone for a professional reference. Maybe you’re not even […]

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Never Stop Learning: Free College Courses After 50

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There are many reasons to go back to school — even after 50. Enrolling in free college courses for 50-year-olds can teach new skills and keep your mind sharp. If you’re thinking about college, the good news is that most states offer free college to people after 50. Going to college for free after 50

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I Got My Degree. Now What?

Degrees, Job Acquisition, Networking and Mentorship / MyDegree

So, it’s the day after graduation, and you’ve now got your degree. Four years of hard studying, preparing for exams, and having fun at college have paid off. But there’s a sudden realization — what are you going to do now that you’ve got a degree? You may be in the same situation as many

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Why Developing Effective Communication Skills is Best for Undergraduates

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The time you spend in college is the most crucial time of your life. It is the first step you take towards your career. So, you must learn the skills that will help you later in life—one of such skills is communication. Communication is the act of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. You cannot become

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Transitioning from College to Career

Job Acquisition, Networking and Mentorship, Student Lifestyle / MyDegree

If you have been attending school for some time or you are entering back into the job market after performing some re-skilling, it can be difficult to know exactly where to start when transitioning from college into a career. We have put together some valuable tips that you can use for transitioning from school into

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Will your employer invest in you?

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A majority of people go to college to obtain their degree and eventually land the job of their choice. While this process works for many, it isn’t practical for others. Some people have to leave college early, in order to help their family or for financial reasons. Other people cannot afford it in the first

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Yours to win: Utilize your resources

Internships and Apprenticeships, Job Acquisition, Networking and Mentorship / MyDegree

One of the biggest things you will learn in college is being resourceful. Whether it be finding the cheapest place to get a pizza, or the quickest way to write a term paper, college is all about finding the most effective solution and the most useful tools to get you there. As you begin the

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