When it comes to federal job interviews, they’re a bit different from those in the private sector. The process can be long, detailed, and highly competitive, with many applicants vying for the same position. The stakes are high—after all, a …
When done right, a thank-you email might be the reason someone remembers you for the next job opportunity. And yet, despite its impact, it’s something many people overlook.
In an era of instant messaging, tight deadlines, and endless notifications, it’s …
Trade school is an increasingly popular and effective way to prepare for a long, fruitful career. For many, the hands-on and skills-based approach that trade school offers is the education they need to help them accomplish their dreams. With that …
In a perfect world, being transgender in the workplace wouldn’t require strategy. You’d show up, do your job, get paid fairly, and grow in your career like anyone else. No awkward stares when you walk into the breakroom. No uncomfortable …
Randy Brannan’s internship with the Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center turned a simple classroom comment into a summer full of hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. After telling his professor he loved fieldwork, Randy was invited to join a research team collecting …
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At the University of Alaska Southeast, an inspiring father-son duo is taking their education to new heights—together. Shane Williams and his father, Joseph Williams, have embarked on the journey of earning their Behavioral Health Assistant Occupational Endorsement, a program designed …
Hello, aspiring leaders of University of Alaska Southeast.
Here are some quick tips I would like to share that will help you along your successful career journey. Although we often have preconceived notions of what it’s like to work in …
In settings like a job interview, presentations, or networking events, you have two choices: recite your accomplishments like a resume, or weave a gripping story that grabs attention and sticks with people. Which approach do you think makes a bigger …
Are you searching for tips on how to calm down before a presentation the night ahead of your big speech? Ok, take a pause. Breathe. Now let’s flip the script. Instead of being consumed by nerves, imagine walking into the …
In the age of emails, instant messaging, and video calls, it’s easy to overlook the value of face-to-face communication. Speaking directly to someone remains one of the most impactful ways to connect, collaborate, and communicate in the workplace. But why …