Contents tagged with Alumni

  • 3 Traits And Values That Employers Seek

    Tags: Alumni, Career Services, Student Resources

    Wednesday, August 2, 2017 1:38:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: The skills and values many employers are seeking in potential hires are not always explicitly stated in a job description, nor are they easily quantified. Since organizations frequently compete for talented employees, there are certain culture-complementing soft skills that will help job candidates stand out.

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    The skills and values many employers are seeking in potential hires are not always explicitly stated in a job description, nor are they easily quantified. Since organizations … more

  • Meet Employers At Trident’s Virtual Career Fair

    Tags: Students, Information Systems, Alumni

    Monday, March 27, 2017 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: On Wednesday, March 29th we're hosting our second virtual career fair. For those of you wondering what you can expect at this event, we sat down with the Director of Trident's Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies, Tanya White-Earnest.

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    On Wednesday, March 29th we're hosting our second virtual career fair. For those of you wondering what you can expect at this event, we sat down with the Director of Trident's … more

  • Profiles In Success: Dr. Priscilla Okunji

    Tags: Alumni, Students, Healthcare

    Wednesday, March 22, 2017 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: Dr. Priscilla Okunji is a tenure track Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences at Howard University in Washington, DC. She earned a Ph.D. in Health Sciences from Trident in 2010, and has been part of Howard’s faculty since then.

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    Dr. Priscilla Okunji is a tenure track Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences at Howard University in Washington, DC. She earned a Ph.D. in … more

  • 5 Tools To Help Negotiate A Great Salary

    Tags: Alumni, Student Resources

    Monday, March 20, 2017 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: When an employer extends an offer to you, they often expect you to negotiate. Be sure you are prepared for this important step in the job search process. Here are 5 great tools to help you prepare for salary negotiation, and if you're still looking for a job, these tools can help you with that too.

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    When an employer extends an offer to you, they often expect you to negotiate. Be sure you are prepared for this important step in the job search process. Here are 5 great tools … more

  • Profiles In Success: Steve Richards

    Tags: Bachelors Degrees, Education, Students, Alumni

    Friday, January 27, 2017 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: Trident helped me to fulfill my educational goals and dreams, teaching me that if I plot my goals and take things in stride I will accomplish anything. I’ve also strengthened my professional skills, which helps me to understand better what coworkers expect and how to work as a team.

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    Trident helped me to fulfill my educational goals and dreams, teaching me that if I plot my goals and take things in stride I will accomplish anything. I've also strengthened my … more

  • Profiles In Success: Eric Sessions, Jr.

    Tags: Students, Alumni, Research, Education

    Tuesday, January 10, 2017 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: Eric Sessions, Jr. is a U.S. Naval Commissioned Officer, and in this capacity he has been selected by the President of the United States to serve indefinitely as an Information Professional Leader anywhere in the realms of acquisitions, project management, afloat communications systems, joint expeditionary communications planning, and cyber defense capacities.

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    Eric Sessions, Jr. is a U.S. Naval Commissioned Officer, and in this capacity he has been selected by the President of the United States to serve indefinitely as an Information … more

  • Top 5 Reasons To Continue Your Education During The Holidays

    Tags: Education, Students, Alumni

    Monday, November 21, 2016 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: The 2016 holiday season is upon us already, and we all know how busy this time of year can be! Many people adjust their schedules and temporarily eliminate some activities in order to make time for the demands of this hectic season!

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    The 2016 holiday season is upon us already, and we all know how busy this time of year can be! Many people adjust their schedules and temporarily eliminate some activities in … more

  • 4 Of The Best Features Of Trident’s New Virtual Career Center

    Tags: Research, Alumni, Students

    Friday, October 28, 2016 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: Most of you are already familiar with Trident’s Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies. While the Center does not place students in jobs and cannot guarantee any particular employment, the Center offers many services to our students and alumni, such as job search resources, career advancement and development support, employment information and connection, etc.

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    Blog Author: Cindy Wiley

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    Most of you are already familiar with Trident's Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies. While the Center does not place students in jobs and cannot guarantee any … more

  • Communication Etiquette: 4 Tips To Set You Up For Job Interview Success

    Tags: Career Services, Alumni

    Wednesday, September 21, 2016 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: Whether you are seeking a job or you already have a job, good communication helps you to build strong relationships. Professional and effective communication opens doors to opportunities, including promotions.

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    Blog Author: Cindy Wiley

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    Whether you are seeking a job or you already have a job, good communication helps you to build strong relationships. Professional and effective communication opens doors to … more

  • 4 Tips To Improve Your Job Interview Experience

    Tags: Career Services, Students, Alumni

    Tuesday, August 9, 2016 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: You’ve worked hard to achieve your degree and are excited about the possibilities and opportunities that lie ahead. You’ve sent your resume to several well-known companies. And, thankfully, you have received an invitation to interview for a position that sounds perfect for you. What should you do? How should you prepare?

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    Blog Author: Cindy Wiley

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    You've worked hard to achieve your degree and are excited about the possibilities and opportunities that lie ahead. You've sent your resume to several well-known companies. … more

  • 4 Ways To Use Social Media To Find A New Job

    Tags: Students, Alumni, Career Services

    Friday, July 22, 2016 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: When it comes to your career, social media can be a major asset – or a major hindrance. If leveraged correctly, you can use your LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook profiles to highlight your assets as a job candidate.

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    Blog Author: Daniel Sloan

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    When it comes to your career, social media can be a major asset – or a major hindrance. If leveraged correctly, you can use your LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook profiles to … more

  • How To Write The Perfect Cover Letter

    Tags: Career Services, Students, Alumni

    Monday, March 21, 2016 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: Cover letters are the best way to introduce yourself to a potential employer. For most job openings they are a necessity – and a great way to get the hiring manager to review your resume.

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    Cover letters are the best way to introduce yourself to a potential employer. For most job openings they are a necessity – and a great way to get the hiring manager to review … more

  • Linkedin Profile Review: 2 Important Takeaways (part 1)

    Tags: Career Services, Alumni, Students

    Wednesday, December 16, 2015 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: In November, Trident’s Career Advising & Development Center presented their third webinar on LinkedIn. My goal was to make this session a little different by giving Trident students an opportunity to interact much more closely so they could get updates and suggestions on their LinkedIn profiles in real time.

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    In November, Trident's Career Advising & Development Center presented their third webinar on LinkedIn. My goal was to make this session a little different by giving Trident … more

  • 5 Ways To Enhance Your Linkedin Profile

    Tags: Alumni, Students

    Wednesday, September 30, 2015 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: This is a companion post to the recent Career Advising & Development Center webinar, "LinkedIn or Left Out: What Does Your LinkedIn Profile Do For You? (Part 2)". Actively update your profile: Your LinkedIn profile is at its most powerful when it contains current information. Let your network know what you’re currently working on.

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    This is a companion post to the recent Career Advising & Development Center webinar, "LinkedIn or Left Out: What Does Your LinkedIn Profile Do For You? (Part 2)".

    Actively … more

  • How Should You Answer A Strange Job Interview Question?

    Tags: Students, Alumni, Career Services

    Tuesday, September 15, 2015 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: You’re interviewing for a job and the hiring manager asks you this rather strange question, "If you were an animal, which animal would you be?" How should you respond? This type of question, while it can offer insight into you as the candidate if you're prepared enough to articulate the relationship intelligently, is often more about gaining insight into how you think and handle "outside the box" situations.

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    Blog Author: Tanya White-Earnest

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    You're interviewing for a job and the hiring manager asks you this rather strange question, "If you were an animal, which animal would you be?"

    How should you respond? … more

  • Education: The First Step Is The Hardest

    Tags: Alumni, Students, Education

    Tuesday, August 18, 2015 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: What is our true potential? Do we know where life is going to take us? While it’s hard to see the future, we’ll never know what our future holds if we don’t take that first step. The first step takes courage.

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    What is our true potential? Do we know where life is going to take us?

    While it's hard to see the future, we'll never know what our future holds if we don't take that first … more

  • Memorial Day Reflections

    Tags: Military, Students, Alumni

    Friday, May 22, 2015 12:00:00 PM

    Blog Post Summary: What do a lot of Americans think of when they imagine Memorial Day? We think about an additional day off from work, and spending time getting ready for the summer. Or they think about taking time with friends and family to go to the lake for a picnic, but Memorial Day is not about picnics, barbeques, and ball games.

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    Our Nation is free because of brave Americans, who volunteered to confront our adversaries abroad so we do not have to face them here at home, and I believe it is our … more

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