According to management expert and author Tom Peters, "We are CEO's of our own companies: Me Inc. To be in business today, our most important job is to be head marketer of a brand called You."
Between balancing work, life, family and your studies, we know your time is valuable! That’s why we want you to get as much as you can from our online association meetings. Whether you’re a current member or not, tell us what would help you with your studies, career or just life in general?
Topics: Career Exploration, Academic Success, Faculty, Instructional Design, Life Balance, Logistics, Online Learning, Online Learning, Saint Leo News, Self-Evaluation, Student Stories, Study Skills
"If you don't know where you are going, you will be lost when you get there." - Yogi Berra.
Topics: Career Exploration, Career Planning, Resume Assistance, Academic Success, Resume, Career Services
A resume is a brief summary of your experiences and qualifications. It is usually the first item a potential employer sees about you and it is important to create a resume that combines all of your educational, professional and personal successes and accomplishments.
Topics: Career Exploration, Career Planning, Academic Success, Resume, Career Services
According to Josh, "Information technology is the application of computers and telecommunications equipment to store, retrieve and manipulate data, often in the context of a business or other enterprise. We commonly use IT as a synonym for computers and computer networks; however, IT is a vast career field with several opportunities available in several areas of specialization.”
Topics: Career Exploration, Career Planning, Information Technology
On October 21, 2014, the Student Life team welcomed all new and re-entry students to the Center for Online Learning with our Fall II Virtual Community Day. We had a tremendous turnout and those in attendance received an orientation to Financial Aid, Library Services, Student Advising, Student Services and Career Resources.
Faculty and staff work hard to make sure every student is nurtured and supported in his/her educational goals. The Student Advising Department’s sole focus is on our students. Each Advisor is dedicated to making our students educational experience convenient and rewarding.
Continuing our mission to advise, motivate and inspire our students, the Student Peer Mentoring club met on August 26, 2014 and discussed the benefits of joining a club or association at Saint Leo University. Click the link below to access the recording from the club meeting and share your thoughts on our blog. What are your top ten reasons for joining a club?
Student clubs and associations can be an essential element to establishing relationships with fellow students. Our online students don’t have to miss out on these opportunities! Online clubs and associations allow students to meet other professionals with similar interests, discuss interesting degree-related topics, develop new skills, and make connections with Saint Leo faculty and staff. These online organizations also give our students the opportunity to learn more about individual degree programs in fun and interactive ways.
Saint Leo alumnus, Chris Martinez '08 provided a great presentation on jobs in the Department of Homeland Security. Information was provided on what a typical day looks like for a Customs agent, including arrests, documentation, and court hearings. Furthermore, requirements to work in the law enforcement side of Homeland Security was discussed and when you should begin your application for a federal position. He advises that many federal positions could take anywhere from 6-9 months to reach the interview stage, so start your application at USAjobs.gov in either September or October for interviews in January. For more information, watch the recorded presentation.
Topics: Career Exploration, Career Planning, Criminal Justice
