Meet Antoinette Hurtado: UNLV’s Diplomat in Residence

After two decades as a foreign services officer, she’s the go-to resource for students interested in careers with the U.S. Department of State.

Antoinette Hurtado is the current Diplomat in Residence, part of UNLV’s new Diplomat in Residence program. (Becca Schwartz/UNLV)

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Rebels Bring Their Skills from the Classroom to the Field

UNLV students from different majors come together to take on one of the biggest sporting events ever hosted by Las Vegas.

Jayley Ward (left) and Breanna Adams are part of the summer cohort of Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee …

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What to do if you want a job that is unrelated to your major

The countdown to graduation brings with it a variety of feelings. Excitement. Pride. Relief. But if your career aspirations don’t align with your chosen major, you might also be grappling with a hefty dose of uncertainty or even fear.

Graduating …

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Beyond the Resume: Using a Portfolio to Showcase Your Skills and Experience

When you’re applying for a job, you’re probably used to submitting a standard set of materials: a cover letter, resume, and LinkedIn profile. But you might be missing a component of the package that can make you stand out: a …

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The Future of Education is Digital: Ph.D. Candidate Prepares Teachers to Succeed

Adjoa Mensah’s early talent for inventive lesson plans evolved into helping teachers find better ways to use technology.

June 1, 2023

AUTHOR:
KIA CUMMINGS

Adjoa Mensah is set to make waves. Hailing from a different country with diverse perspectives, she …

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How Many Internships Should I Apply For?

Internships can be a crucial stepping stone in your career, from learning job skills and gaining professional experience to networking and even realizing what you don’t want in a job. However, finding, applying to, and landing an internship isn’t always …

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5 Ways to Stand Out on Your Internship Application

Internships are a great way to get hands-on experience in your chosen field. Over the course of an internship, you can expect to develop new skills and expand your professional network, among many other benefits. In certain cases, an internship …

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5 Job Search Mistakes You Shouldn’t Make

Any serious job search can be a stressful endeavor. You’re putting yourself and your experience out there for all to see, and it can sometimes feel like you’re under a giant microscope. Not only that, but you’re in competition with …

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How to get hired in a tough job market — tips for the class of 2023

Cindy Perman@CINDYPERMAN

KEY POINTS

A graduating student of the City College of New York wears a message on his cap during the College’s commencement ceremony in the Harlem section of Manhattan.

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This was adapted from CNBC’s …

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4 Reasons Why You Need to Be on LinkedIn Even If You Have a Job

Certainly, many jobseekers turn to LinkedIn when they’re searching for new positions.

But is that the only time you need to maintain an active profile on the social networking site? 

In reality, hunting for a new job is not the

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