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Aug. 23, 2024

Navigating College Life: How My Job Helped My Skills, Finances, and Network

Hi! I am Sydney Waldron, a junior at Mizzou and currently employed at the MU career Center (MUCC) as one of two content creators. My end goal is to connect Mizzou students with the vast resources at the MUCC and Mizzou in general.

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April 8, 2024

Navigate Show Me Research Week based on your major

It is Show Me Research Week! It is a jam-packed week full of research including work displays, poster presentations, keynote speakers, professional development sessions and  award ceremonies. The events are open for all Mizzou majors and can easily connect you to specialists in the field, inspire your own research, or provide new insight!

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Jan. 23, 2024

Meet with Involvement Ambassadors for Campus Connections

This week is Involvement Week, with several events and opportunities for Mizzou students to explore a new interests or find people with similar ones as you. To help you make connections, students can visit with Involvement Ambassadors, a group of experienced students who offer one-on-one consultations.

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Oct. 25, 2022

Transferable Skills and Where to Find Them

As a college student, you may find yourself prioritizing school, friends, or regular income over gaining experience in your field. That’s okay! Believe it or not, many employers don’t expect recent college graduates (or underclassmen) to have 10+ years of work experience under their belt. Your resume is bound to feel a barren, but you can actually bulk it up with regular experiences. Let us show you the way:  What Experiences Count?  All of them! Recruiters love to hire people who are more than their GPA. They love hearing about your volunteer work, your extracurricular clubs, and your leadership experiences…