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People to People: Networking Made Simple

You have a network that can help you plan your future!

If you are like many students at UMBC, there is a good chance that you may have some pretty big questions on your mind about your future. Perhaps you are wondering about such things as: • How...

March 13, 2013 · 9:39 PM

Test Your Financial Savvy

Are you ready to become a MASTER Money Manager?

Have you ever heard that old (British) expression that someone is “penny wise but pound foolish”? How about “A penny saved is a penny earned” that was supposedly said by Benjamin Franklin? There...

March 5, 2013 · 3:47 PM

Shedding Light on Your Future

Like Edison, Experiment with Experiential Learning

Thomas Edison, the prolific American inventor and businessman, was not only known for his famous inventions (the phonograph, the motion picture camera and the light bulb), but also for his many...

February 20, 2013 · 6:00 PM

The Best and Worst List: Tips on Using Social Media at UMBC

What have YOU tweeted today?

We all know that it’s probably not a good idea to set that picture of yourself “partying” as your Facebook profile picture, but is that all you really have to look out for? The truth is, using...

February 1, 2013 · 11:35 AM

A Dozen Great Things to Do During Winter Break 2013

Resolve to make this winter break both fun and productive!

1. Visit a graduate or professional school. Whether you are just starting to think about grad school or if you are actually working on applications, in-person visits are always informative....

December 19, 2012 · 1:14 PM

Build Yourself a Bachelor's Degree at UMBC

Start with a blueprint! Here's how!

Would you try to build a house without a blueprint? Would you solve a 3,000 piece jigsaw puzzle without looking at the picture on the box? Do our Retrievers march onto the soccer field, rugby...

December 13, 2012 · 11:01 AM

NOW is the Right Time To Start Your Resume

Every College Student Needs a Great Resume!

Many students mistakenly delay starting their resumes because they believe that they don’t have “real” or so-called “professional” experience. This can be a costly oversight, as many organizations...

November 9, 2012 · 5:37 PM

Have You Checked Your Degree Audit Lately?

It’s a handy tool to measure your progress in college!

Don’t be put off by the name “degree audit.” Even though the word “audit” can bring up a mental picture of an IRS agent going over your tax return with a fine-toothed comb, this is a kinder,...

October 26, 2012 · 10:47 AM

Getting to the Heart of the Matter

Consider All Options When Choosing a Major

Choosing college majors and minors that are suitable for you is part of planning your academic program thoughtfully and getting the most from your college experience. Sometimes students fall...

October 8, 2012 · 3:02 PM

The Expert Right Next to You – Just for the Asking

Routing Your Own Reliable Network

If you are like many students at UMBC, there is a good chance that you may have some pretty big questions on your mind about your future. Perhaps you are wondering about such things as: • How...

March 5, 2012 · 12:36 PM

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