Don’t Let Switching Majors Spook You!

There is nothing more daunting than wanting to change your major, however, you're not alone!  According to NACADA (National Academic Advising Association), about half of students who are working towards their bachelor's degree switch their major at least once.  College is a time to prepare you for your future, so it is important to find…

Connecting through Tiger Spirit

We’ve talked before about career fairs as a means of networking with potential employers, but did you know that you can network in other ways too? Talking to alumni is a great way to get started. Tons of people graduate from MU every year, which means lots of people get added to an alumni network…

Projects to Prospects (or Advertising Yourself)

With midterms coming up, it is easy to throw in the towel and do the bare minimum when it comes to writing papers or completing projects. However, these assignments don’t have to just be a checkmark off your to-do list. Projects and papers are a great way for teachers to make sure you are on…

The Skills that Really Matter on Your Handshake Profile

Handshake is an amazing tool for finding career event details, exploring the job market and applying for jobs and internships! The app and website are easy to use and even allow you to apply for a job right then and there. With customizable profile settings, you might be wondering what’s worth including or highlighting about…

Taking MAJOR Steps

Did you know that at least 80% of college students change majors at least once during their college career? So, it’s nothing to worry about if you find yourself getting more and more curious about other educational paths. In fact, its more beneficial if you do your research now and switch sooner rather than later.…

Career Fair Preparation

Hey Tigers! With temperatures cooling down, Mizzou’s career fair season is heating up! Throughout September and October, Mizzou will be hosting a plethora of job fairs on campus. Employers from around the country gather to give students the opportunity to network, seek out internships, and find potential work after graduation. At first, career fairs can…

5 Steps for Career Readiness

With the fall season coming around the corner, it is the perfect time to advance your career readiness.  Whether you are a complete beginner or you already have some experience, Mizzou has resources that can help you succeed in any field.  Clean up your Resume  Resumes are one of the most important parts of the…

Organization Hacks for a New Semester

Hello Tigers! Organization and planning are vital for starting the new semester on the right foot. It might seem overwhelming at first, but it does not have to be! There are many tools and tips at your disposal to start the semester off right. Read Your Syllabus Syllabi are a great resource for students to…

Part-Time Campus Job Fair: 3 Tips for Success

The Part-Time Campus Job Fair is less than two weeks away: September 7th from 12-3 pm!  All students are welcome to participate and while you can simply show up that day to Lowry Mall, it's in your best interest to do a little planning in advance. I have outlined some simple steps to help you…

Where will Mizzou Take You? Five Ways to Develop Career Readiness

The National Association of Colleges and Employers defines career readiness as “a foundation from which to demonstrate core competencies that broadly prepare the college educated for success in the workplace and lifelong career management.” It also identifies eight career competencies that employers look for during the hiring process: career & self-development, critical thinking, equity &…