Why Pursue a Master of Social Work (MSW) at UAlbany

UAlbany’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers a unique blend of academic rigor and hands-on experience. The diverse field placements provide an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations, fostering a deeper understanding of social work practice.

What …

By Maimouna Camara
Maimouna Camara
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Why Pursue a PhD in Information Science at UAlbany

Hi, I am Dwi Sari, I am originally from Indonesia, and I am a second-year PhD student in Information Science in the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC) at the University at Albany. My previous educational background …

By Dwi Sari
Dwi Sari
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Congratulations to our new Career Champions!

The Career Champions Team is excited to announce our newest Career Champions!

Sari Khatib, Zakhar Berkovich, Lisa Clarke, Kim Taylor, Olivia Mihalko, and Rebecca Seavey all recently completed the Career Champions Challenge!

Did you know we run both synchronous and …

By Sarah Gelfand
Sarah Gelfand Assistant Director of Career Education
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ROI: The Evolving Landscape and Value of a College Degree

You and your student may be considering if a college degree is “worth it.” You’re not alone. However, there are still strong benefits to earning a degree. BestColleges has a great and comprehensive article on data that supports that a …

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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NACE Article on Working with Students with Disabilities

The article emphasizes the importance of expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to include accessibility, particularly focusing on individuals with disabilities. The main points include:

Lastly, the article provides disability inclusion resources from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on …

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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15 Jobs for Psychology Majors (That Aren’t All in Psychology)

Psychologist is, of course, one of the great jobs for psychology majors. But not everyone who studies the mysteries of the human mind wants to work with clients or be in a counseling or therapy career.

So, what kinds of …

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How to De-Stress From the Job Search

It’s exciting to begin the search for your dream job, especially when you feel like you’ve finally honed in on what you want to do in your career. But the process of sifting through job listings, tidying up your resume, …

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Simple Actions for a Successful Job Search

Graduation is quickly approaching for students this winter, and searching for a job can feel isolating and overwhelming.

If you are working with students who haven’t figured things out or feel discouraged, here are some helpful actions you can advise …

By Vincia Phillip (She,Her)
Vincia Phillip (She,Her) Assistant Director of Career Education
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Tips to Get you Unstuck in Your Job/Internship Search

Searching for a job or internship can feel isolating and overwhelming, especially if you are approaching graduation.

If you feel stuck in your search, here are some helpful actions you can take today.

Explore Career Paths

Searching for any job …

By Vincia Phillip (She,Her)
Vincia Phillip (She,Her) Assistant Director of Career Education
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5 Tips for International Graduate Applicants

I will never forget my application process to graduate school. It was a great challenge but also an excellent opportunity to understand why I am pursuing my Master of Social Work (MSW). You are now probably working on your application– …

By Yumeno Nagata
Yumeno Nagata
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