While we all dream of the day that we score the perfect internship, it’s safe to say that the path to getting there can be pretty tough. From applications, to networking, to writing a resume and cover letter, it’s easy to understand why the internship search process is a little daunting for collegiettes. And if you plan to apply to an internship…
As a single mom, it can be hard to manage school, work, and children. “It’s important to get that education so you can better provide for yourself and your children,” said Sarah Bettencourt, a single mom and founder of Mother of Marketing, a digital consulting firm. “But paying for college as a single mom can be a struggle.” One way to get help…
It feels like just yesterday you were throwing your graduation cap in the air and vowing to have the best summer ever. But believe it or not, many of you are only a few weeks away from becoming an official collegiette. While you’re so excited for the best four years of your life to begin, you’re probably starting to freak…
Getting your masters of business administration degree (MBA) not only helps you to pursue your passions, it can also help you to earn a considerably higher salary. PayScale shows an average annual salary of $85,000. Many companies are willing to pay high-tier salaries for workers with MBAs and are also willing to help in financing these educational accomplishments. The following is a list of…
Every semester of college brings something new to campus— whether it be new class (obvi), new friends, or new sports. But, we tend to overlook some of the new opportunities that come with the beginning of the semester. Joining a club in college can be one of the most pivotal decisions that you make throughout your career on campus, as…
Moving is a stressful experience for anyone. Yet, each fall more than 20 million families send their children off to college—taking the leap to a new, unknown environment and likely to face new routines, new attitudes and perspectives, and new stressors. Young adults can be especially susceptible to feeling nervous and at times inadequate during the transition. In this guest post clinical…
Believe it or not, you can be kind to the planet and stuff your wallet – without much effort at all. You know what it is to be green but, when you’re in college with a busy schedule, sometimes it seems like a lot of time and effort that you don’t have to devote to becoming Eco-friendly. However, there are…
How on earth will you handle your money? Two young folks from Wipfli Hewins Investment Advisors in Milwaukee, associate advisor Marshall Lund and financial advisory intern Nathan Digmann, serve up a complete catalog of what you can do. A college education can teach you many things — from building and running a business to managing and balancing your time. However, there is…
Arriving on campus and having to make new friends can seem like a daunting task, but it is easier to do than you might think. You are surrounded by like-minded individuals who have been organized into various groups already. You just have to decide which organization, club, counsel, or activity suits your interests and lifestyle the best. Remember that you will have…
