Be the Creator of Your Life and Career

BSU is joining the Life Design movement!    

About 10 years ago, two faculty from Stanford University developed Life Design, an approach that helps students think early and often about solving the ‘wicked problems’ of life and career.  Stanford students loved …

By Carol Crosby
Carol Crosby Associate Director, Life Design @BSU
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6 Questions to Ask Employers at a Career Fair

Career Fairs are a helpful, efficient opportunity to meet with a variety of employers hiring in your major.  Asking good questions is the best way to make a good impression on employers and get the information you need!   

In general, …

By Amy Kirkcaldy
Amy Kirkcaldy Assistant Director of Employer Engagement and Outreach
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Guiding Your Graduate: Effective Strategies for Parents in the Job Search Journey 

Has your graduate recently finished college and is now struggling to find their footing in the job market? Supporting them effectively during this transition requires a careful balance of guidance and independence. Here’s how to navigate this: 

Helping vs. Doing:

By Katie Muldoon
Katie Muldoon Marketing and Program Coordinator
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Ace Your Next Interview with Big Interview  

Nervous about an upcoming interview? Don’t know how to prepare? Complete a mock interview on Big Interview! Big Interview is a job interview training software that offers video mock interviews with AI feedback, written and video job search and interview …

By Tracey Gray
Tracey Gray Assistant Director
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Negotiating a Job Offer

You applied for a great job through a company’s website and completed all their interviews.  The hiring manager has just called to verbally extend you the job offer and she is emailing you the official offer letter for your signature.  …

By Jill Gardosik
Jill Gardosik Career Advisor
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Why Transfer Students Should Visit Career Services in their First Semester

Remember your first day of college? You had to adjust to a new campus, new classes, new professors, new friends and more. Everything was new. Now think about doing that day all over again at a completely new university where …

By Katie Vagen
Katie Vagen Associate Director of Internships & Career Development
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Finding and Applying for an On-Campus Job

What if you could walk 10 minutes from your class to your job?   

You could, if you worked at BSU!  There are many offices on campus that seek undergraduates to support our campus.  As I write this blog posting mid-summer, …

By Carol Crosby
Carol Crosby Associate Director, Life Design @BSU
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Tips To Stand Out At Your Internship

Networking and engaging in informational interviews are pivotal practices when exploring careers and seeking future employment. Networking involves establishing informal contacts and nurturing relationships that yield information, advice, and additional connections. These efforts can significantly aid in making well-informed career …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Thank You Email (or Card) – An Important Step After A Job Interview

Sending a thoughtful thank you card after an interview can be the deciding factor in whether you get a job offer or not. It’s also your chance to make a lasting good impression. Here are some straightforward tips for writing …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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How to Use LinkedIn to Network with BSU Alumni

Are you considering a particular career, but have questions about what a typical day is like or wondering how to break into the field? Consider connecting with BSU alumni on LinkedIn.  

Begin by creating a LinkedIn profile. When your …

By Tracey Gray
Tracey Gray Assistant Director
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Tips for Building an Impressive Art Portfolio

In the vibrant realm of art and design, there’s no denying the importance of a well-crafted resume and a compelling cover letter. These documents are essential for showcasing your education, coursework, employment, skills, and more. However, when showcasing your creative …

By Katie Muldoon
Katie Muldoon Marketing and Program Coordinator
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Top 5 Benefits of Professional Associations 

A professional association is a community of individuals who choose to network with one another around a common interest.  Some associations are created for a specific industry such as accounting, marketing, or social work.  Other associations are created for a …

By Jill Gardosik
Jill Gardosik Career Advisor
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