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Faith, Family, and Basketball: Four Brothers and their Northwestern Legacy

Friday, January 4, 2019

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6 Tips for Better Time Management

Friday, January 4, 2019

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 meeting. Traffic can hinder your plans, but making a habit of being late usually...

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Advice from Adult Students on Returning to the Classroom

Friday, December 28, 2018

Many adults struggle with the thought of going back to school. They know more education can mean a higher earning potential, but allowing themselves to take a leap of faith can often feel overwhelming. University of Northwestern - St. Paul interviewed several adult students and asked them what they...

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A Guide to Academic Writing in APA Format

Friday, December 21, 2018

Need to write an academic paper using APA format? APA stand for the American Psychological Association and it is a standard writing style in most scientific papers. Here are some guidelines to keep your writing within standards. General Information Only use 8 ½” x 11” paper. Margins...

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Two, Not Twenty

Thursday, December 20, 2018

There will always be more good ideas than there is capacity to execute. Especially with your student and even more so during the holidays.

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6 Tips for Finding and Maintaining a Mentorship

Friday, December 7, 2018

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 people have really busy schedules and usually aren’t willing to take on an...

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Law School Preparation Information

Friday, November 30, 2018

Are you interested in law school? Most law schools recommend that undergraduate students major in a good liberal arts degree such as History, English, Literature, or Philosophy. Also, taking a course in logic is important. One third of the LSAT test is based on logic & reasoning. Here are some...

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How to Write a Cover Letter for a Career Change

Friday, November 30, 2018

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 researching the organization, highlights a few of your experiences or skills, and...

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Graduate School Resources

Friday, November 30, 2018

Many people choose to go back to school after they’ve finished their bachelor degree. Sometimes they need additional training for their job, other times they will have a salary increase with graduate school under their belt. If you are ready for graduate school, we’ve prepared various resources...

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Nursing Resume Writing Guide

Friday, November 30, 2018

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 important...

No Lawn Mowers Needed in December

Tuesday, November 27, 2018

When we can put away our parenting lawn mowers and work on our sideline skills instead, we are helping our students build the confidence to handle future challenges with independence and grace.

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Types of Interview Questions

Friday, November 23, 2018

Many people often feel extremely nervous during a job interview. This is normal, especially if you haven’t been interviewed in a long time. There are several types of questions that most employers will ask since they have to interview a large pool of candidates. Here is a list of different kinds...

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4 Tips to Build Your Professional Network

Friday, November 23, 2018

The job market has changed dramatically over the years. In today’s world, people rely on more than just skills and education to help them land a job or become successful. Most people recognize that their success was due to networking and maintaining professional relationships. So how does a new...

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Choosing a College Major

Friday, November 23, 2018

Does thinking about your major make you stressed? Does it seem like you’re the only one who is still uncertain about your major? Did you pick a major because you had to, but you’re not sure it fits you? Are you sure about your major, but not sure what you can do with it? You’re not alone...

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A Guide to Informational Interviewing

Friday, November 23, 2018

A great way to network is to ask someone for an informational interview. This person could be someone who you’ve never met or it could be a friend or family member. Most people are happy to give informational interviews because the expectations are different from a job interview. Making a...

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Resume Readiness Checklist

Friday, November 23, 2018

Writing a resume can feel daunting at times. Every recruiter wants to see something different. There isn’t one correct way to write a resume because every industry focuses on different concepts in a resume. However, following some common rules will help your resume stand out. Will your resume...

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Career Next Steps for College Seniors

Friday, November 16, 2018

Waiting until graduation is not the time to begin preparation to enter the workforce. Starting the process early will allow for a smoother transition from college to career. All college seniors should consider preparing for future job interviews by following these steps as soon as possible. Many...

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No Matter What

Monday, November 5, 2018

If we believe God brings a return on investments that appear to be lost, can we also trust Him to restore our children who are struggling?

UNW Alumni Spotlight

This is My Story. Will You Share Yours?

Monday, November 5, 2018

As one of the over 30,000 alumni, Amy Mulvihill has come "home" to UNW to make it her mission to connect with as many alumni as possible. Are you in town? Meet her for coffee. An alum located across the miles? Connect with her online.

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Career Change: A Guide to Resume Writing

Friday, November 2, 2018

If you are considering a career change, your resume can feel like a barrier to getting an interview. But that doesn’t need to be true! Much (if not all) of your experience is transferrable and useful, if presented in the right way. Here are some steps for strategically revamping your resume. STEP...

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