http://blog.cortland.edu/career SUNY Cortland Career Services Blog Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:45:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Post Written by Louie Larson The whole concept of “Choosing a Major” is overwhelming for some and very easy for others.  But it’s all about the fit and the PASSION.  You have to be passionate about what you want to study or it doesn’t work very well. If mom or dad ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/11/18/the-fit-and-the-passion/ 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 ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/11/16/letters-of-recommendation/ 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 ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/11/12/resumes-toot-your-own-horn/ Many of our students have done a resume at some point in their lives, whether it was for college, a job, or a scholarship. Most, however, have not had any experience with writing cover letters. The cover letter introduces your resume, so it needs to grab the reader’s attention. The general ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/11/11/resume-cover-letter-interview/ 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 ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/11/03/focuscareer2-com-turning-the-question-mark-of-the-future-into-an-exclamation-point/ New York State Teacher Certification With all you have on your plate right now, thinking about becoming NYS certified to teach is probably not at the forefront.  It does, however, need to be. The following are the things that you need to do to become certified, in addition to completing your degree ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/10/26/new-york-state-teacher-certification/ 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 ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/10/22/graduate-school-is-it-for-you/ The heavy bass from the loud music startles you, spilling your drink slightly below your neck to your off-white sweater. Disappointment quickly turns into a nonchalant hand wave; cranberry juice will come out in the wash, right? A night of fun is well deserved after all those applications you sent ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/10/20/brand-yourself-how-do-you-want-to-be-seen/ Say goodbye to campus wide e-mails. Starting October 15, 2009 students and facility will no longer receive e-mails regarding campus events from many prominent campus listservs. Before rejoicing at the fact that in boxes will no longer be flooded, keep in mind that those e-mails were the most efficient way ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/10/15/myreddragon-and-campus-events/ 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 ... http://blog.cortland.edu/career/2009/10/08/a-good-interview-requires-preparation/