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April 2, 2020

As the world copes with the COVID-19 pandemic, everything about daily life has been radically changed for the time being. And that includes education. Traditional college classes have moved online, and the hustle and bustle of campus life is on hiatus. Learning remotely and completing your...

How do you write a cover letter?
February 26, 2020

A good cover letter is difficult to write. That is why many job applicants skip it or turn it into a vague, cookie-cutter form letter. This is a bad idea. You can make your job application leap to the front of the line if you master the art of writing the cover letter. The cover letter...

How to navigate a career fair
January 22, 2020

Whether you are looking for a job or an internship, attending a career fair is a great way to put yourself in front of potential employers. The thought of navigating a roomful of people can feel overwhelming at first. But you aren’t alone. Nearly 90 percent of all students attend a...

Five steps to becoming a physical therapist
January 16, 2020

Are you considering becoming a physical therapist? If so, you need a solid foundation. Physical therapists (PTs) help people with their ability to move and perform activities on a daily basis. They spend much of their time on their feet — examining patients, developing treatment plans,...

Chicago Bulls Game
January 9, 2020

The business of sports is a dynamic, high-energy field filled with passionate fans and job opportunities for a wide range of professionals.  If you are interested in learning a business skill and applying it to the world of sports, a sport management career could be for you. AU students...