What Can You Do With a Communications Major? 10 Jobs to Consider

Being able to communicate well is one of the most important skills that humans need—both at work and outside of it. Good communication skills allow us to share information with others, form lasting and meaningful relationships, and be active and …

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What to do with my degree: Entry-level communications jobs and salaries

 

The biggest misconception about majoring in Communications is that it’s a fluff major, or it’s for students who don’t really want to study. In reality, though, the field of communications – which encompasses public relations, marketing, mass communication, journalism, and …

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Career and job competencies of liberal arts graduates

 

There is a public perception that liberal arts graduates are now somehow less valuable than their peers studying business or technology. Dr. Ascan Koerner with the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota will tell you why …

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How to Write a Killer Digital Marketing Resume

Digital marketing professionals are in high demand. From SEO specialists to social media marketers, there are endless opportunities for those pursuing digital marketing careers. So, how do you write a resume that can make your application stand out? What can you …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Introducing PeopleGrove – Grow Your Career Connections!

Did You Know:

90% of students who complete career conversations received an internship or research position!

What is PeopleGrove?

PeopleGrove is a digital platform that connects you with other Katies, alums, and friends of the University by bringing them together …

By Jen Harshner
Jen Harshner Employer Partner Strategist
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3 Key Skills for Effective Communication

Finding success in your career is part of living a happy life. The road to career success is a personal one, with each individual experiencing a unique journey; however, there will always be challenges and as you navigate your career …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Make Career Connections with a Job Shadow

What is a job shadow? 

Job shadow is short-term (half-day, one-day, weeklong) unpaid, and not-for-credit career exploration experience for students to learn about an employer, field/industry, and occupation. During a job shadow experience students will have an opportunity to observe …

By Jen Harshner
Jen Harshner Employer Partner Strategist
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Making Career Connections Badge

This article is an introduction to the Badge: Career Connections on Suitable. To learn more about badges, visit Suitable’s website

A career connection is a relationship you create with another person that will help you in your future career. …

By Meagan Baker
Meagan Baker Career Specialist
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Making Career Decisions Badge

 This article is an introduction to the Badge: Career Decisions on Suitable. To learn more about badges, visit Suitable’s website. 

 

 A career decision is any type of decision that has to do with careers, like choosing a major, …

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Meagan Baker Career Specialist
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Resumes: when to graduate to a two-page resume

Just about all of us who’ve been to college were told then to have a one-page resume.

Some have believed this so fervently that 10, 20, even 30 years later, they will cut excellent content from their resume to get …

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