Are you involved on campus? Whether you are thinking about running for a position in a student organization or already have one, it’s important to realize that the experience is going to be what you make of it. With these tips, you'll be ready to make the most out of your student leadership position....Continue Reading
One of the most basic (not in a bad way, basic) networks everyone starts with is their alumni network. You pay big bucks for college, and for you to not take advantage of the network of people who lived, studied, and cried (yay, finals week) in the same hallways that you did, is a huge mistake....Continue Reading
I’ve always been a teacher and a natural leader. To connect people, create things, and empower others has always been a passion of mine, which lead me to found FindSpark. In 2014 I decided I wanted to add a new challenge to my plate — to become an adjunct professor. Being with a group of...Continue Reading
Grad school can play a huge role in your career. We partnered with our friends at QS World Grad School Tour to show you how attending grad school can give you a leg up in your job search....Continue Reading
Life as a RA can be great, but it's not always rainbows and sunshine. Here are some highs and lows that most, if not all, RAs go through. ...Continue Reading
We partnered with our friends at QS World Grad School Tour to show you some of the most beautiful grad school campuses all over the world. If these don’t give you the travel bug, we don’t know what will!...Continue Reading
You just got settled in, but the looming shadow of stress is already in your peripheral vision. The question dawns upon you: ‘Do I need to drop a class?’...Continue Reading
Moving away from home can be one of the most challenging aspects of our lives; it can be frightening and difficult. However, there are benefits to moving away from home - it all depends on how you choose to approach it. ...Continue Reading
Avoid these five mistakes for the best possible experience your freshman year of college....Continue Reading
Ah, choosing a major. That dreaded part of your college career. The question that is asked by relatives and strangers alike when they hear that you’re in college. And if your choice is a bit unusual, the follow-up question often is “What are you going to do with that?”...Continue Reading
While doing well on tests and papers is a must to get through college—not to mention all that late-night pizza and coffee—if you want to work in a creative industry, it’s all about what you do outside of the classroom....Continue Reading
The more internships you have, the more experienced you are to hiring managers. Summer is a great time to do internships since you don’t have classes, but if you are up for the challenge, internships during the academic year are a great way to expand your experience and network. Here is a quick guide to ensure that you stay on top of both school and work....Continue Reading
Take care of these five things before the semester is over and you’re guaranteed to conquer your freshman year....Continue Reading
Balancing class along with an internship may seem difficult to you right now, but here’s a little secret: it’s supposed to be. And if it isn’t, you’re probably either letting your school work fall by the wayside or you’re not being challenged enough at your internship. Balancing the two should be “manageable,” not “easy.” Here are a few tips to help you balance school and an internship....Continue Reading
With the cost of college rising every year, paying for school can be challenging. The good news is that even when you’re already enrolled in college you can still find scholarships and fellowships to help you pay for next semester, next year, graduate school, or even continuing education classes. There are a lot of great scholarships out there–and many of them don’t require you to be a straight A student....Continue Reading
