Outcomes Data-Class of 2023*

All are welcome to view our most recent outcomes data for the class of 2023: www.pennwest.edu/career-outcomes

Comprehensive data and legacy data for internal stakeholders (faculty & staff) can be found here by logging in with your PennWest ESS credentials. 

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By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Events and Outreach
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15 quick Interview Tips

By Zoey Reynolds
Zoey Reynolds
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How Do Student Loans Work for Graduate School?

It may surprise you to learn that student loans for graduate school are different from those for undergraduate degrees. Graduate school is an investment in your future. But it can also be a major financial commitment. Read more below!

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By Sophia
Sophia
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Guide To Professional Attire (With Examples)

Business attire is the clothing you wear in professional settings. You might decide how to dress depending on the scenario, such as an interview or for a meeting or the type of industry you work in. There are varying levels of …

By Hanne Keiling
Hanne Keiling senior digital marketing leader
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How To Dress for a Job Interview (With Examples)

When preparing for an interview, think of selecting your interview attire as the icing on the cake — that final detail that pulls all your efforts together. When you choose clothes that make you feel comfortable and confident you’ll have a better …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Events and Outreach
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“I Had To Reject The Application”: This Recruiter Shared Why “White Wording” Isn’t The Résumé Hack People Think It Is

“You will get yourself rejected before you have even had the opportunity to get in front of a manager.”

If you’re currently on a job hunt, or have been previously, chances are you’ve found yourself at your wit’s end of …

By Nick Amos
Nick Amos
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3 Reasons You Should Ditch That Objective Statement on Your Resume—and 3 Things You Can Do Instead

The resume objective has been a mainstay of resume templates for a long time, but in today’s job market, using one can do more harm than good.

As the name suggests, an objective statement basically tells the reader what your …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Events and Outreach
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8 Things You Need To Know About Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Learn how ATS work, what they do to your resume, and how to beat ATS so that your resume gets seen by the decision makers who schedule job interviews.

What do you know about applicant tracking systems?

If you think …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Events and Outreach
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Reference List for Applications

When you need to provide references to a potential employer, the best way to do it is to create a reference list to share with them. You don’t want to include the list on your resume. Create a separate list …

By Milo Orr
Milo Orr
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Ensuring Success as an Online Grad Student

By Chassidy Green, educational consultant and Jonathan Farley, associate professor at Morgan State University

With the increased popularity of online graduate programs across many disciplines, it’s no surprise that tens of thousands of newly enrolled learners each year opt for …

By Milo Orr
Milo Orr
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