CVs versus Resumes: What’s the Difference?

One point of confusion for job seekers can be the difference between a CV and a resume when applying for new opportunities. The terms can seem to be used interchangeably; however, there are some subtle differences between the two.

Both …

By HospitalRecruiting
HospitalRecruiting is an online healthcare job board for physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals. Visit our site to view current medical practice and employment opportunities or navigate to our Healthcare Career Resources Blog for more great articles like this one!
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Dealing with Homesickness in College 

By Bailey Kopp
Bailey Kopp GA: Academic Coach
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January Motivation

Welcome to 2024 Cougs! Now that you’ve made it through winter break it’s time to get back into the groove, reminding yourself of your capacity for success here at WSU and beyond. Now, don’t get us wrong – the Spring semester …

By Jaxon Porterfield
Jaxon Porterfield Academic Advisor
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Finding Your First Job or Internship

Feeling inexperienced and don’t know where to start while looking for jobs? Have limited employment experiences to put on your resume?

Visit the Academic Success & Career Center

For individualized assistance with resumes, searching for part-time jobs, or finding summer …

By McKenzie Godfrey
McKenzie Godfrey Student Employment Coordinator
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‘What Is My Passion?’ Quiz: A No-Stress Way to Learn What to Do in Life

We’ve all heard that if we love what we do, we won’t feel like we’ve worked a day in our lives. But how can you figure out what career you might love if you don’t know your passion? If you’re …

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Maximizing Your Network for Job Opportunities

In today’s job market, making connections matters—a lot! Have you ever wondered why some people seem to land great job opportunities effortlessly? It’s often because of their network.

Your network is like a circle of friends, serving as a vital …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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‘DO YOUR HOMEWORK!’

More Job Seekers Recognize Value of Researching Potential Employers, Survey Shows
Prepping for the job interview is much more common today than a decade ago, a new survey shows. Seventy-nine percent of executives polled said candidates they meet with display …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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MLK Program at WSU Offers Opportunities for All Cougs

The MLK Program is WSU’s celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., consisting of a series of events throughout the Spring semester. The series begins with celebrating the National Day of Racial Healing on January 17. On this day, the …

By Aimee Tejeda Lunn
Aimee Tejeda Lunn Employer Relations Manager
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Owning the Responsibility for Equity

The Unstoppable Latina is a LinkedIn Newsletter by Paulette Piñero that offers advice and resources to Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color. Early this Fall, the article “Owning the Responsibility: Executives Must Lead the Charge for Equity” was featured, offering keen …

By Aimee Tejeda Lunn
Aimee Tejeda Lunn Employer Relations Manager
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Thriving Authentically Returns for Spring 2024 with Expanded Direction

Thriving Authentically is a signature event hosted by the Academic Success and Career Center as part of their Career Expo readiness series. This season, we are excited to share that the event will be co-partnered by the Academic Success and …

By Aimee Tejeda Lunn
Aimee Tejeda Lunn Employer Relations Manager
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