Graduate school can feel more isolated than undergrad. This lack of community and the sense of competition amongst your peers can lead to feelings of inadequacy.
Professional Essentials
Expert tips to help students balance work, life, and academic success.

How To Navigate Workplace Politics
Workplace politics can be overwhelming when you’re not prepared on how to best maneuver around them.

Develop Leadership Skills in School
Graduate school is the time to develop leadership skills that will help you in the workforce.

Prepare These Documents Before You Begin Your Job Search
As a semester nears its completion, you may begin the preparation process to enter the workforce. It’s important when entering the workforce to have all your documents ready for job […]

Effective Communication Skills for Graduate Students
Graduate school is a time to learn communication skills that will help you in the professional world. Part of being a professional is being able to effectively communicate with others, […]

A Valuable Credential – The Quality Matters Teacher Certification
The Quality Matters Teacher Certification provides educators with tools and resources they need to deliver high-quality online courses.

4 Ways to Develop from Mistakes
While it can be difficult to admit when you’re wrong, it can help you develop as a growth-minded person if you remain open to learning from mistakes.

Three Advantages to Online Learning
Online learning has many advantages for those who are self-directed and self-motivated. However, many students are hesitant to embrace remote learning as they believe it can be distracting and may […]

The Benefits of Study Groups
Study groups can benefit you if you’re looking for an outlet to help encourage better study habits. In fact, study groups can be a great way to supplement the material […]

Optimal Ways to Network Using LinkedIn
Networking is an important aspect of every job. There are many opportunities to network in person, some of which UMBC offers, such as career fairs and alumni events.