I am utterly, terrifyingly directionless after I left grad school early for financial reasons--I'm jobless and clueless. How can I redirect myself and get back on track?
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posted by flibbertigibbet
on May 6, 2013 -
14 answers
After three and half years as a university staff member, I'm trying to figure out my next step. Tell me about your college staff career and help me decide whether the field is right for me, longterm.
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posted by serialcomma
on Apr 11, 2013 -
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I'm a PhD student, and I'd like to do more academic networking over email. How does this work, and what should the emails sound like?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2012 -
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How do I explain a university medical withdrawal to a prospective employer without damaging my chances of being hired?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 21, 2012 -
17 answers
networking filter: My university organizes a lot of networking/recruiting sessions for the upcoming co-op term. Teach me to make the best of these sessions!
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posted by Danniman
on Mar 29, 2011 -
6 answers
I just got hired at a psychology research lab at a very prestigious university. I have no background in academic research and very little academic background in this field. I have an associates degree in humanities, and psychology is a field that interests me greatly. What can I do to not mess this up?
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posted by two lights above the sea
on Nov 23, 2010 -
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I'm a physics graduate trying to sell myself to potential employers in a variety of industries. One of the points I'm trying to emphasize when applying is that I did comparatively well at university. However, I'm unsure how to best convey that fact to international employers.
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posted by themel
on Nov 3, 2010 -
10 answers
Finishing a BSc in physics. What are my job prospects? Do I need to study some more?
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posted by ye#ara
on Jun 19, 2010 -
8 answers
I'm applying for a position at my school that is mine contingent on passing a background check/"live scan" screening by the University's Police department. Therein lies my conundrum...
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 27, 2010 -
6 answers
Trying to help a family member out. He graduated with a BS in business administration but feels stuck in retail. Help plot his next course of attack.
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posted by InvestorMD
on Jan 20, 2010 -
8 answers
Is it legal to draw unemployment benefits in Illinois while attending college as a full-time student?
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posted by sugarfish
on Jul 30, 2009 -
5 answers
Circumstances have led me to apply for university instructional technologist positions even though this is not what I have specifically trained to do. Now that I am getting interviews, I need perspective/resources.
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posted by mrmojoflying
on Apr 9, 2009 -
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I am switching from full-time college with a part-time job to part-time college with a full-time job to gain more experience. I'm in the Web software development industry. How do I keep motivated and not get discouraged?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 2, 2008 -
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What can I do with a degree in Physics? What doors and pathways will it open for me? How long will I need to study before I am able to call my self a Physicist and make a meaningful contribution in my field?
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posted by shoebox
on May 17, 2008 -
29 answers
What can you tell me about the Monterey Institute of International Studies?
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posted by dead_
on Oct 3, 2007 -
4 answers
Is it alright for me to leave my specific field of study from my resume if employers might find it...offputting?
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posted by thisjax
on Apr 29, 2007 -
12 answers
What should I wear to work in a higher education student services setting? Interview attire is one thing - I'm all set with that. But once I get the job, what should I wear to work? I want to build up my professional wardrobe and I want to do it right.
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posted by srah
on Sep 23, 2005 -
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A young woman that I am helping has recently left her home country (a totalitarian regime by any account) and is going to be attending undergraduate university in the U.S. in the fall. The school has given her a full ride as her family lives in extreme poverty. After she is done with school, she'll probably want to stay in the U.S., what sort of major should she choose so that she'll have the best chance of getting a job after that will provide her with a visa? I know some will say to choose what she loves, but she needs to be strategic.
posted by k8t
on Jun 24, 2005 -
22 answers
