Nov
16
Letters of Recommendation
November 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Post written by Donna Young, credentials coordinator
Letters of Recommendation are letters that are written about you by select individuals describing your educational or work experience. For example: a professor,student teaching supervisor, or anyone who you have worked closely with. Employers and Graduate Schools request letters of recommendation in order to learn more about your qualifications.
The [...]
Nov
12
Resumes – Toot Your Own Horn
November 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment
A resume is arguably the most powerful tool in your job search toolbox. Writing a resume is a personal process. In creating a resume you are highlighting your skills, personal achievements and experiences.
Most people perceive resume writing as difficult. How do you think of things that an employer would find interesting? [...]
Nov
3
FocusCareer2.Com, turning the question mark of the future into an exclamation point!
November 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment
It wasn’t like the question was unexpected; I saw it coming from a mile away. I wondered if it would be my father or mother who would make the first attempt, but it really didn’t matter who verbalized it, it had to be asked. Rather than wait for the rest of the awkward silence to [...]
Oct
22
GRADUATE SCHOOL: Is it for YOU?????
October 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Post contributed by Louie Larson
The question Juniors and mostly Seniors ask about this time of year is? To go or NOT to go to Grad School or should I wait? And as important is: What should I get my degree in!
For some it’s easy and you know what you want to get your [...]
Oct
8
A Good Interview Requires Preparation
October 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Like studying for an exam or writing a paper, interviewing is something else in your life that requires preparation. This blog will share with you tips to help you prepare and hopefully calm your nerves.
Tip 1 – Do Your Homework. – Research the company or school district you will be meeting with. Visit [...]
Sep
29
Managing Your Online Identity
September 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment
45% of employers are using social media sites to research potential job candidates according to a recent CareerBuilder survey. (reference)
What they find out about you can make or break your job search. When you do a Google search of yourself, what comes up? Would the information make an employer want to hire you or send [...]
Sep
24
Career Services – What’s in it for you?
September 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment
So you are not sure what to do with your life?? That’s okay. College is the place to explore your options and figure that out. The Career Services Office staff is available to help.
Are you undecided and not comfortable picking a major? Or unsure about the major you have picked?
Sep
8
Now is the time to plan for your future and WE CAN HELP!
September 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment
The staff at SUNY Cortland Career Services is dedicated to providing high quality career counseling assistance to students, alumni, and community members with an emphasis on the development of lifetime skills that lead to successful career and educational choices
Jun
2
Maureen McCrystal Alumni Video
June 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Speech Pathology Major
Currently Middle School Principal
Alumni video by Kevin Kliszczewicz
Jun
1
Alumni Video Matt McConnell, Physical Education
June 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Video by Kevin Kliszczewicz