Dressing for interviewing success (and for Teacher Recruitment Days)

by Pat Edwards

February 17, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Remember the first impression you make is the most important one.  You are marketing a very important product “yourself.”  So make every effort to wear the proper attire for the job you are seeking.  Teacher Recruitment Days is a very good opportunity in which to do this.  How you are dressed sets the tone of [...]

Facebook and the Job Market

by Michele Baran

February 2, 2010 | 1 Comment

Facebook. The word has become a part of our everyday language, a part of our daily routine. It’s our way of knowing what everyone is doing without so much as getting out of bed to do it. Most college students would vote Facebook as their favorite social networking site, but there are probably more than [...]

Video…What are Employers Looking For?

by Michele Baran

January 29, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Career Builder reports on the top 10 things employers are looking for in good job candidates:   Job Seekers Video

What Do Employers Want to See?

by Michele Baran

January 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment

So you found the place you want to intern or work and you’re all excited for your new career. You can picture the desk inside the building you know is yours, and outfits are getting quickly planned out in your head as you envision all the space in your closet for new work clothes. Ambition [...]

Now what?

by Hilary Rosen

December 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment


Contrary to popular belief, dreams are actually capable of coming true. It’s been said, “Reach for the moon because even if you miss, you’ll land amongst the stars.” A newly college graduate in this economy? I’d settle for the stars for now, it can only lead me to the moon of my choice.
The car is [...]

Class of 2008…Where are They Now?

by Michele Baran

December 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Every year, Career Services attempts to find out what our graduates are doing after graduation.  It helps our office and the college as a whole find out how effective our programs and services have been at helping prepare students for employment opportunities after graduating.
2008’s graduates are now working for the Florida Marlins, New York City [...]

Connections. Is that what it’s all about?

by Hilary Rosen

December 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment

You put your right foot in the door
You take your right foot out
You put your right foot in the door
And you shake it all about
You do the hokey pokey and you turn yourself around
That’s what it’s all about!

            Is that what it’s all about? Placing yourself in a chair across from a big important desk, [...]

Um…Like…You Should Definitely Hire Me

by Michele Baran

November 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment

We all know that the job market is pretty tough right now, but there is hope, and good jobs are still out there.  However, you have to show yourself to be the best candidate for the job, and you must be able to show potential employers that you will be a valuable addition to their [...]

Letters of Recommendation

by Michele Baran

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 [...]

Resumes – Toot Your Own Horn

by Mickey Gibbons

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? [...]

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