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The Best Career Fields for Veterans and 5 Degrees to Help Them Succeed
A few specific jobs are considered the best for veterans with or pursuing degrees. Here are a few of them
How to Update Your Resume to Increase its Appeal
It's important to translate your military lingo into terms civilian employers can understand, it may still be challenging to accomplish.
How GradLeaders Helps Students with their Job Search
GGU offers students more than an education, they have many career services and resources.
How to Prepare for Interviews Using the STAR Method
Interviews can be daunting, but with a little research and some practice, you'll be able to use this STAR method for answering questions about anything.
Is There More Money to Help with Out-of-Pocket Tuition Costs?
Veterans, service members and their dependents are eligible for various educational benefits — one of those is Tuition Assistance.
Common Mental Health Issues and How to Help College Students with Them
October is National Mental Health month and a great time to discuss some of the obstacles and issues college students and veterans face.
How to Determine Your Capacity for Class Schedules
But how do you determine your capacity for taking on college? Here are some things to consider.
What is the 85/15 Rule, and How Does it Apply to Me?
When you seem to have all the details of your education benefits figured out, you learn about a new rule or term. Here’s one more: The 85/15 rule.
Tuition Assistance: What It Is and How to Use It
All branches of the military and the U.S. Coast Guard offer Tuition Assistant to support the personal and professional goals of its service members.
Cost Saving Travel Tips for GGU’s Campus Weeks
Traveling in from beyond the Bay Area to attend classes might seem daunting. Air Force Veteran, GGU Alumnus and Professor Eric Pardue shares his top travel tips for Campus Weeks.
5 VR&E Employment Tracks to Help Veterans Secure Employment
Once a veteran has been accepted into the Veteran Readiness and Employment Program (VR&E), they’ll meet with a counselor and determine what employment track is appropriate.
What’s the Value of Going to School in San Francisco?
There are a lot of companies and organizations in the area, several close to GGU – making them perfect for internships and prospective employers.
Considering a Transfer to GGU?
Most of GGU’s undergraduate students transfer in after at least a semester at another program, which means that they are ready to help you transfer credits and get your degree in the most efficient way possible.
Things to Look for When Reading Your Syllabus
Consider the syllabus as your roadmap for the course. All the important information you need is in there.
How Veterans Can Use Their Free Year of LinkedIn Premium
The networking site has a free membership, but for access to extra perks, a LinkedIn Premium subscription is required.
Marines’ Memorial, The Perfect Place to Stay
Marines’ Memorial is just off of Union Square, a quick drive or even a reasonable walk away from GGU’s campus
5 Internship Opportunities for Veterans
Here are some organizations and places to find internship opportunities, especially for veterans.
Why You Should Attend a Career Fair
If the advice you're getting as a jobseeker is to attend a career fair, it may be time to listen up.
3 Tips to Break Through Applicant Tracking Systems
Employers can use an applicant tracking system to sort, label and filter candidates by various criteria, which helps them streamline hiring processes.
Why You Should Check Out the GI Bill® Comparison Tool
Just as you'd compare refrigerators online before you purchase, you can use this comparison tool for up to three schools at a time.