The Importance of Transferable Skills

Whether you’re looking for your first job or you’re a job search expert, you might have heard about transferable skills by now. These types of skills are great if you don’t have a lot of work experience, if you want …

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Transferable Skills 101: Definition, Examples, and How to Build Yours in 2026

Even if you haven’t had your first professional job, you’ve likely built transferable skills through internships, volunteering, classes, and extracurriculars. These skills can transfer from one role to another and include soft skills like collaboration and problem-solving, as well as

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How Veterans Can Write a Great LinkedIn Profile

We Hire Heroes is a national job board for veterans. Read their advice on how to showcase your skills and experiences as a veteran through your LinkedIn profile!

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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LinkedIn for Veterans

Did you know that LinkedIn has a centralized page dedicated to resources and information just for the military community? Click here to access the resources and see what benefits LinkedIn has exclusively for veterans, military spouses, and employers seeking to …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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6 Ways Colleges Can Better Support Female Student Veterans

Women make up a significant portion of the military-connected students we serve, whether we see them in our veterans’ lounges or not (and often, the answer is not).

Read the full article at HigherEd Military here.

By Noelle Bieda
Noelle Bieda Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Featured Resources

Forage Virtual Job Simulations

Check out these 5-6 hour virtual work programs with Fortune 500 companies. These programs are free and can become part of your resume or even lead to a job interview!

Isenberg Student Clubs

Find a club that is related to your industry, can help with your professional development, or simply connects you with other Isenberg students.

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