Tips And Resources For First-Generation College Students

by Nneoma Uche

Applying for college, figuring out financial aid and navigating enrollment is challenging for any college student. But first-generation college students tend to face additional hurdles since they often have different backgrounds and experiences than their continuing-generation peers.

By Lavone Cockrell
Lavone Cockrell Career Advisor
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5 Ways Entry-Level Employees Can Advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work

Diversity and inclusion have long been buzzwords that companies parade—often for marketing purposes. But in the past few years, more and more job seekers and employees, particularly millennials and Gen Z, are vetting companies by their diversity and inclusion track …

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You Want to Make America Healthier. Here Are 4 Career Options.

Healthcare professional promoting healthy eating, focus on fruit. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.

Is making a difference during your workday important to you? Do you have questions about which career is right for you? Take a look at these four careers …

By College Recruiter
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[video] Effective negotiation skills: Discussing salary and benefits Part 2

 

Learning effective negotiation skills is not difficult, but you have to know what to ask for and when to ask. College Recruiter spoke with Marky Stein, a well recognized expert in career counseling, who gives her advice here for entry …

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What to Know as a First-Generation College Student

 By Shane LaGesse

Being the first in your family to attend college is rewarding, but comes with challenges.

By Lavone Cockrell
Lavone Cockrell Career Advisor
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19 careers that map well to biology majors

Career mapping is the process of creating a strategic plan for your professional growth by identifying potential career paths, the skills you’ll need, and the steps to reach your goals. For biology majors, career mapping is especially helpful because this …

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Empowering Your Career through Inclusivity and Diversity

Embracing diversity and inclusivity isn’t just a trend – it’s a game changer in today’s competitive job market. According to a recent McKinsey report, companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity on executive teams were 36% more …

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[video] How to negotiate offers: tips for discussing salary and benefits Part 1

 

Negotiating offers by discussing salary and benefits can be intimidating for an entry level job seeker. If you haven’t done your research, you won’t know what to ask for. When you are given a job offer, that is the …

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15 Environmentally Friendly Companies for Gen Z on the Job Hunt

It’s clear that Generation Z is passionate about the environment and ensuring a sustainable planet. In fact, 67% of Gen Z respondents in a Pew Research Center survey said the climate should be a top priority.

But what about in the …

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The 10 Most Common Product Management (PM) Behavioral Interview Questions

Behavioral interviews are important in the product manager interview process. They help hiring managers assess how candidates handle real-world problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork challenges. By focusing on specific examples from a candidate’s past experiences, behavioral interviews reveal key skills that …

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