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When you get ready to tour colleges, you already know that it is more complicated than simply going online to reserve...
Entering the Workforce: 15 Tips and 5 Steps for Launching Your Career After College
It is an honor to have Dr. Mary Lucal, Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer at the University...
Studying in the United Kingdom is Easier Than You Think
Campus to Career Crossroads is proud of its community of professionals who graciously share their knowledge and expertise. I am honored to welcome Esme Page to the blog and expand the blogging possibilities to the United Kingdom. Esme has over fifteen years of...
Parents: A Cautionary Tale
I've had the pleasure of knowing Jason for several years, and as my daughter approached the college admission process, we thought we had things under control. Although I knew Jason, we decided to navigate the waters of admissions on our own, and to our dismay, the...
Personal Branding Examples that Build Success for Students
Personal branding for students in college: Massively Important. However, a lot of young people do not recognize what personal branding means to their professional development and career launch. Every student, regardless of their major, must work on creating a personal...
13 Must-See Tips for Completing the Common Application
The Common Application (also called the "Common App") is a platform that allows you to apply to many colleges at once. You can use this online application to apply to member colleges and universities in all fifty states and the District of Columbia, as well as...
How to Write the Best Personal Statement Essay for College (with Tips and Examples)
Just not sure about that Personal Statement essay? We understand! The Personal Statement essay might feel like one of the most intimidating aspects of the college application process. Keep reading to find out how to spruce up the language in your essay, how to...
College Planning Help: Three Perspectives from a Parent
It’s now February, six months into our daughter’s college-application process, and we could not be happier: She has a (virtual) stack of college-acceptance letters and some sizable scholarship offers. She has several more months to research her top choices. But wait,...
Professional Post Interview Thank You Notes
How Many People Write Post Interview Thank You Notes? According to a recent survey, 24% of professional applicants sent thank you notes to human resources managers after an interview. While that low percentage may be surprising to many people, it does not surprise...
How to Plan for College in 12 Steps
College admissions has always been overwhelming and stressful to families. Now, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you’ll encounter new changes to the college process. Believe it or not, these changes won’t go away. For example, you may wonder whether the SAT or ACT test...
Top 10 Pre-Interview Secrets that Get You the Job
One of the best parts of my job: Advising college and professional clients on the finer points of job interviews and sharing interview secrets. I love to send notes that say, “Congratulations on your new position!” or share my clients’ success on LinkedIn. Recently, I...