Explore insights, advice, and reflections on career development from ULN coordinators and industry professionals. Career Chronicles offers valuable perspectives on career readiness, leadership, and professional growth to help you navigate your journey with confidence. Check out each blog by clicking on the title!
Jamie Saucedo, Second Year Coordinator
Your resume is more than just a list of past jobs—it's your personal brand, your professional story, and your first impression on potential employers. In 2025, the job market is evolving, and so should your resume. Whether you're applying for internships, part-time jobs, or full-time roles after graduation, keeping up with the latest resume trends can set you apart from the competition. This blog will walk you through key updates to make, common mistakes to avoid, and practical strategies to craft a resume that grabs attention and gets results!
Cathie Jean Varlack, First Year Coordinator
Heading Into Year Two? Here’s What to Know About the Sophomore Slump (and Why It Matters)
Your second year of college brings a new challenge: staying motivated once the excitement of freshman year wears off. This “sophomore slump” is totally normal—but how you handle it can shape your future far beyond college. From learning discipline and time management to building resilience and meaningful connections, year two is full of lessons that translate directly to your future career. These aren’t just college survival tips—they’re real-world skills employers are looking for. Learn how navigating this next chapter can set you up for long-term success.
Gloria Peña-Spener, Experiential Learning Coordinator
Going to a Career Fair? Don’t Wing It.
Whether you’re job-hunting or just exploring, showing up prepared can make all the difference. Career fairs are more than just networking—they’re a chance to ask real questions, discover new paths, and get noticed by potential employers. From researching companies to crafting your elevator pitch and preparing smart, standout questions, this guide gives you quick, practical tips to help you navigate the fair with confidence.
Even if you’re not graduating yet, there’s value in attending—and yes, we’ve got advice for that too.
Eboney Mitchell, Third and Fourth Year Coordinator
Want to Make Smarter Money Moves—Now and After Graduation?
One of the key pillars of our scholarship program is Financial Wellness, and it’s about more than just budgets—it's about building lifelong habits. That’s why we’re introducing MoneySkill, a free, interactive tool that helps you understand real-life financial decisions, starting with the “Planning Your Life” module. You’ll explore big questions like: Is college worth it financially? and How do your choices today shape your future? With 37 self-paced modules, you can build confidence in everything from credit to investing.