May

13

Personality Sold Separately

May 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Many times when graduates are applying for jobs, their skills and accomplishments are extremely similar to a majority of other candidates. In such cases, organizations look for something that makes one candidate stand out more than the others; this extra something may be an internship with a prestigious organization, or community involvement for something they’re [...]

Apr

17

A Little Help Really Goes A Long Way

April 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment

I remember it like it was yesterday. It was a stifling summer night. I had just moved into my own apartment and aced my last final of the semester. There was nothing that could bring me down. It was just me, the music, a couple of close friends and a faint meowing noise coming from [...]

Mar

13

Go On, Get Out There

March 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Most people start college with hopes of becoming a corporate hot shot or changing the world. Unfortunately, with the grim news of the economy, it can be hard to see yourself on top when so many people are losing everything they have worked for. With some calling this the Great Depression of 2009, soon-to-be [...]