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4 ways you can remain productive over the winter break

Your holiday break is the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and spend time with family and friends without having to worry about exams or assignments that have to get done. While it is very beneficial to have that downtime, it is also important to not get lethargic, as this will make going back to school in January that much more difficult.

Here are four things you can do over your holiday break to help you make the most of your time: Continue reading

5 Step guide to creating a professional Twitter profile

twitter_bird_logo_2012-svgTwitter is one of the world’s largest social media websites, and is a valuable tool to keep up to date on news and current events, and to be able to engage with people who share the same interests as you or are a part of the same industry. It can also be a valuable asset to use to connect with people when you are searching for a co-op placement.

Here are the steps you should take to build your own professional looking Twitter profile. Continue reading

Extracurriculars that look great on your resume

Image via The Salvation Army

Image via The Salvation Army

If your resume isn’t filled with a ton of work experience, there are other ways to tell employers that you’re a great candidate. You can include extracurriculars to show that you have developed skills and experience outside of a traditional job and are a well-rounded individual.

Volunteering or Community Service

Any volunteering or community-based service that you do should be included somewhere on your resume, especially if Continue reading

Fine tune your networking skills with these 5 easy tips

2000px-hello_my_name_is_sticker-svgNetworking is building relationships to develop professional and social contacts. Through networking, you have the ability to; find unadvertised jobs, seek advice and information, or find a mentor. Most organizations value students who put an effort to build their professional network.

But there are a lot of questions related to networking, some of which include: Continue reading