Both thrilling and terrifying at the same time is the idea of what happens after college. Are you going straight into a career? Are you going to get a Masters or another graduate degree? Take a gap year? Volunteer abroad? We help you to set yourself up for success throughout your entire college experience, from the summer before freshman year to after graduation. From interview and resume tips to insights into careers to internship help, we’re going to help you launch yourself to the top.
If you’re heading toward college soon or transitioning into a new chapter of your life, you might be considering a gap year. However, it’s often vague as to what a gap year really is, what it looks like, and what the potential effects might be. In this article, I’ll review everything you need to know […]
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Dreaming Upwards is your compass for navigating the exciting yet challenging college experience, offering insights on academics, lifestyle, and career planning. Today, we have another wonderful guest post from Susan Good, one of our friends at retirededucator.org. Read on for tips about the graduate school application process! Starting the process of applying for college or
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You’re on campus now. You’re having a great time, learning the rhythm of the school, and finding your place. But have you visited a college advisor yet? You’ve probably heard the term, and someone might have explained it to you. However, there’s a lot more to college advising than it may seem. Here, I review
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If you’re a college senior, it can be intimidating to send your resume out–especially in this job market. However, with a little research and some thoughtful proofreading, you can create a strong resume to send out. Here are seven resume tips for graduating seniors, updated for 2024. 1. Choose your template carefully If you’ve Googled
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If you’re interested in becoming a teacher, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. In this guest post, Susan Good of retirededucator.org offers her decades’ worth of experience to aspiring educators. Read below for her expert tips! Introduction: Becoming a Teacher You’re passionate about nurturing young minds and eager to make a lasting
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If you’re a high schooler considering a high school internship, way to go! You’re on the right track. As I mention in this article, it can be intimidating to start the internship process, as you need to learn about everything first! However, it will be worth your time and effort in the end. Here are
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While this website is primarily geared toward college students and recent graduates, I wanted to write a brief article about what to know about an internship in high school. If you’re a high school student, this probably sounds overwhelming, and you likely have more questions than answers. Here’s a brief overview about what a high
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If you’re on LinkedIn, chances are pretty good that you’ve seen them advertise LinkedIn Learning. But what is it really, and how can it benefit you (especially as a college student)? In this article, I go over what it is, what you should know, and why it might or might not be a good fit
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It’s that time. You’ve started your job search, and you come across the dreaded application requirement: the cover letter. While cover letters might never be fun to write, they are rewarding, and they’re a great way to showcase your personality and capabilities to your potential employer. Here are some helpful do’s and don’ts for writing
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When you’re applying to jobs, internships, and scholarships, you might fall into a spot where you need to write your own letter of recommendation. This usually happens when a professor or employer is too busy to do so themselves. It is relatively common, but it can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never written a letter
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