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BLOG Career & Leadership Development
The Exciting Role of a Nurse Assistant: A Career That Makes a Difference
Have you ever wanted a job where you make a real difference in people’s lives every day? Becoming a nurse assistant (also called a CNA) might be the perfect path for you! Nurse assistants are essential members of the healthcare team, providing hands-on care and emotional…
Friday, February 7, 2025
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Unlocking New Career Paths: Benefits of Earning a Master’s Degree
A master’s degree is more than just a credential; it’s a gateway to new opportunities, professional growth, and personal achievement. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, a master’s degree can be a powerful tool. In this post, we’ll explore…
Friday, August 30, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Career Paths in Sports Management
At the University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW), we are dedicated to setting up students for success outside of the classroom so the job search for a potential career path isn’t so intimidating!
Friday, August 23, 2024
BLOG Academics, Career & Leadership Development, Students
FAQ: Tips for Going Back to School as an Adult
Discover expert tips and strategies for adults going back to school. Learn how to manage your time and finances, and understand your motivation to achieve your educational goals.
Friday, August 2, 2024
BLOG Academics, Career & Leadership Development
The Balancing Act
The daily internal dialog of an adult leaner juggling work, family, and school is not for the faint of heart. Yet, each year droves of adult students choose to go back to school; they multitask, pull late nights, and…
Friday, June 28, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Our Unwavering Pursuit of Raising Leaders
We are unwavering in our pursuit and committed to our mission to provide Christ-centered higher education, equipping students to grow intellectually and spiritually to serve effectively in their professions and to…
Friday, May 10, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Ready, Set, SOAR!
University of Northwestern is committed to raising leaders. The world is in need of individuals who are in pursuit of glorifying God and amplifying the gospel through their leadership and we are proud to have the…
Friday, March 22, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
6 Tips for Better Time Management
Even people with the best of intentions can sometimes struggle with time management. Maybe you frequently show up late when meeting up with friends, or you happen to arrive at the office 5 minutes late to an important…
Friday, February 2, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
20 Must-Know Resume Tips
Northwestern’s Career Development office has put together a list of 20 tips to help you make a great first impression and land the interview.
Friday, January 12, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Promoting Your Soft Skills
When coaching students on résumés, we often talk about how to effectively share their relevant work and other experience. When putting together skill statements, it’s easiest to list the things that we are naturally…
Friday, December 8, 2023
BLOG Academics, Career & Leadership Development, Faculty
Biotech in the Twin Cities: Local Leaders Developing the Next Generation
Minnesota has been designated a Regional Tech Hub from the U.S. Department of Commerce, and we are proud to be part of this story by coming alongside the next generation of students learning about and leading change…
Friday, November 3, 2023
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Nursing Resume Writing Guide
A resume often serves as an organization’s first impression of you. It tells the recruiter or hiring manager objective information about you which can be used to decide if an interview is the appropriate next step. For this reason, your resume should professionally communicate the most…
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Writing a Ministry Resume
A well written ministry resume reflects your preparation for ministry, your philosophy of ministry, your practice of ministry, and your passion for ministry. When it comes into the hands of a search committee it is…
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Cover Letter for a Career Change
Even if a cover letter is not explicitly required by an employer, it is vital and should always be a part of your job applications. A cover letter introduces you, demonstrates you have invested time and energy into…
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
6 Tips for Finding and Maintaining a Mentorship
Finding someone to mentor you is not always easy. Often people are told to find someone really successful and to ask them to be your mentor. However, in reality this usually doesn’t work out. Most really successful…
Monday, February 28, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
How to Write a Cover Letter for a Career Change
Even if a cover letter is not explicitly required by an employer, it is vital and should always be a part of your job applications. A cover letter introduces you, demonstrates you have invested time and energy into…
Monday, February 14, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development, College Preparation
4 Things to do When Choosing a Graduate School
Are you thinking about going to graduate school? Maybe you just graduated with your bachelor’s degree recently, or perhaps you have been in the workforce for 10+ years. Regardless, choosing a graduate school can seem…
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Career Communities Mean Connection
Since networking is responsible for at least 85% of new jobs, UNW students need to connect with alumni and other professionals. Current unemployment rates make networking more important than ever for students seeking…
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Back to (job search) basics
In the past two months, we’ve seen record low unemployment rates suddenly become record high rates. For our University of Northwestern spring graduates, the world has changed seemingly overnight, and the job search…
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Opening Doors for UNW Students
Several December grads have launched into exciting new careers, often with assistance from Northwestern alumni. We in Career Development love to celebrate these connections, and we wanted to share some of our favorites.
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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