Choosing a college major is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. Although many people don’t work in a field related to their college majors, your major can determine what careers you’ll be qualified for after college. When to choose a major. Some colleges force students to choose a major at some point, often…
What Young People Should Learn from this Recession
Recent college graduates seem to have been dealt the worst luck of any graduates in history. It’s true that finding a job out of college will be a big challenge for most and I don’t want to minimize the burden that recent graduates are facing. However, you are lucky in that you can learn something…
Consider a Career in Geographic Information Systems
It’s not a subject that most people are aware of when they are looking for majors in college, but it is one that offers a great deal of scope and potential, both as a money spinner and as a personal development tool. A career in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is not only exciting, it also…
Fun Sites for College Students
Need to take a break from studying but tired of Facebook and YouTube? Try these entertaining websites created specifically for college students: College Candy – This online magazine is written by college women and includes articles about pop culture, fashion, beauty, relationships, and college survival. College Humor – A site full of funny (often irreverent)…
Job Numbers: What Really Matters
Job-related statistics can be misleading because there’s usually more to consider than a single number or percentage. Plenty of numbers related to employment can be found, but many factors aren’t obvious to most job-seekers. What matters – and what doesn’t- when it comes to employment statistics? What doesn’t matter: job openings What really matters: job…