BY MARGARET M. CHIN
Interviews with more than 100 Asian Americans for my 2020 book STUCK: Why Asian Americans Don’t Reach the top of the Corporate Ladder highlighted a key workplace experience for many of the U.S.-born or raised Asian …
The Biden administration recently raised the salary threshold for workers to qualify for overtime pay. The new rule—which will go into effect in two stages, starting summer 2024—has the potential to impact millions of people across a variety of fields …
When she arrived at the University of Missouri for her freshman year, Savannah Gonzales didn’t know anyone, but the Muskego, Wisconsin, native quickly built a community of friends and mentors by getting involved on campus.
Within the MU College of …
Both of Luke Pfitzinger’s parents are graduates of the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing, and when it was his time to pick his own academic focus at Mizzou, he decided to follow in his parents’ footsteps.
To help …
Kendall Feist grew up on a farm in Cologne, Minnesota, and had 101 students in his graduating high school class. When he arrived at the University of Missouri, he decided to set his sights on the stars — literally. Feist was …
A new Veterans Humanities Initiative seeks to better understand the experiences of veterans through community events.
While many universities are divesting from humanities initiatives, the University of Missouri isn’t backing down. This spring, MU is launching the Veterans Humanities Initiative, …
Soft skills are becoming increasingly important in today’s job market. They refer to the personal attributes that enable you to interact effectively with others, such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management. Employers are looking for candidates who possess these …
Whether you are just starting your freshman year of college or approaching the declaration deadline, your major is probably on your mind. At most four-year universities, you must select your major by the end of your sophomore year. If you’re …
Preparing for an interview can be nerve-wracking, but with the right mindset and a few key strategies, you can set yourself up for success. Whether you’re applying for your dream job or just looking to improve your interview skills, there …
If first-generation college students don’t have connections from built-in networks, they should use their school’s resources. For example, Harvard University has the Harvard First Generation Program that prepares students for post-grad life. Students should also visit the career services office …
