So you’ve graduated and achieved the designation magna cum laude. Congratulations! You’ve earned the distinction of graduating in the top 10-15% of your class. This is a distinction which shows a lot of dedication, intellect, and hard work. Let’s take a look at how we can reflect this on a resume. How to list …
Resume Writing
Having experience with research is an asset which is valuable in any industry. Research requires many different types of skill sets, most of which can be presented as relevant to a desired job. There are many ways that you could frame research on a resume, so we will look at the most common and effective …
Volunteering shows a side of us that is not only hardworking, but also selfless and caring. These are all traits which may catch a potential employer’s eye, which is why it can be so important to list these experiences on a resume! There are certain strategic ways to list these experiences which make them sound …
Every student knows and dreads the day they must take their SATs. These tests take a lot of time, knowledge, and ability to perform under pressure. Luckily for the job-seeking person, these are all desirable traits which an employer will be looking for in an employee. How can we include this in a resume to …
A GPA, abbreviated for Grade Point Average, is a score that represents academic performance. GPA is calculated by dividing a student’s total grade points by their total number of credits. There are two types of GPA: Cumulative GPA which is the overall average, and Major GPA which is only calculated with major-specific courses. A student’s …
A patent is a title which grants a person the exclusive right to an invention. This prevents others from making, selling, or using this invention for the duration of the patent. Patenting an invention can be an expensive, yet rewarding endeavor for a person in any field. It can also be a valuable asset for …
Making the Dean’s List is a great personal achievement for a college or university student, demonstrating a high level of academic performance for one or more semesters. It should not, however, be confused with an honors degree; the Dean’s List award is similar to an honor roll. This accomplishment can show employers that not only …
Writing a resume can be a daunting task for some, especially those who have recently graduated. Resumes are typically an employers first impression of a potential employee, making them an extremely important part of the job-hunt. We want to present our very best selves on our resumes, and this includes our education and experiences. Including …
Shadowing experience, following a professional around throughout her workday observing the actions and skills required in theprofessional’s respective field, is an effective and cost-effective way for students to gain relevant ‘real-world’ experience prior to completing college. While rarely an experience that earns a student money, whether in the form of a stipend or a paycheck, …