Common Money Mistakes College Students Can Avoid

If you're just entering college, then you're probably about to start managing money on your own for the first time ever. Learning how to handle all of life's little expenses involves a major learning curve that you should prepare for …

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How to Find Resources for First Generation Professionals

Are you a first generation professional? You may belong to this demographic without knowing that there is even a term for it. First generation professionals are those who are the first in their families to enter the professional workforce.

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First-generation students need to make good use of career services

If first-generation college students don’t have connections from built-in networks, they should use their school’s resources. For example, Harvard University has the Harvard First Generation Program that prepares students for post-grad life. Students should also visit the career services office …

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How first-generation college students should find internships and entry-level jobs

First-generation college and university students in the United States are defined as those whose parents did not attend college. According to Wikipedia, first-generation college students tend to be older, come from families with lower incomes, attend college part-time, live off-campus, …

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Strategies for post-graduation success for diverse students

Navigating life post-graduation can be filled with ups and downs. For first-generation students, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ job seekers, it’s important to know what resources are available to help you succeed as you go through adulthood. The following five strategies can …

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