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The Future of Careers

Gen Zers Don’t Have to Get a New Job to Find Meaning and Purpose at Work

Posted on December 8, 2022

Mattering at work is one of the five essential pillars for wellness in the workplace. Here are some tips to help you find and create meaningful work experiences, as well as advice on what to …

Posted in Exploring Careers, The Future of Careers

50 Best Jobs in America for 2022

Posted on February 9, 2022

Glassdoor’s 50 Best Jobs in America for 2022: the internet is full of lists like this that claim certain jobs are better than others. You might be tempted to rely on these resources when deciding …

Posted in Exploring Careers, The Future of Careers

‘Can we predict the future?’: How COVID-19 Redefined Our Notion of ‘Practical’ Degrees

Posted on January 25, 2022

Feeling pressured to choose a “practical” major over one you’re truly interested in? Know that what’s considered practical changes over time, and all degrees hold value in an unpredictable world.

Posted in Choosing a Major, The Future of Careers

Here’s How the Pandemic is Reshaping Career Planning for College Students

Posted on September 1, 2020

COVID-19 has changed our world in many ways. What hasn’t changed? The importance of choosing a major that aligns with your interests and skills.

Posted in Choosing a Major, The Future of Careers

UW System Graduates Generate Remarkable Income Growth

Posted on May 31, 2020

Graduates across all UW programs experienced a growth in earnings five years after graduation.

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