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Contracts Intern: Sounds Boring, Right?

August 23, 2018 This past summer I secured an internship position in the accounting department of Republic Parking System in downtown Chattanooga.

Curiosity and Attention: Two Words That Solve Problems in the Classroom

May 21, 2018 Many of us have heard the common phrase, “Curiosity killed the cat,” from the famous paradox, Schrödinger’s Cat. But how can curiosity help accounting students?

“Being” Involved in College

May 21, 2018 In high school, every student is told they need to get involved. Teachers emphasize that admissions look for involvement on college applications, and then once in college, professors tell you employers look for campus involvement when hiring.

Internships: Getting Ahead in the World of Business

May 2, 2018 At the age of 15, most teens are not concerned with working. Thoughts of lounging by the pool or hanging with friends at the mall are more along the lines of what normal high school students think about on summer breaks. In April, those thoughts preoccupied my mind as well, until I received an unexpected offer.

Make a Great Impression in Interviews by Asking Better Questions

April 10, 2018 If you were to search the internet for tips on acing an interview or networking at a career fair, you would find many of the basics such as bring a resume, dress professionally, deliver a firm handshake and so on. All serious internship candidates should already be applying these basic principles, so you will need additional skill sets to market yourself competitively.

How Being a Well-Rounded Student Can Set You Up for the Future

March 13, 2018 Over the course of my time as a student at Tennessee Tech, I have found that balancing the different elements of life as a college student can be challenging, but also rewarding. From classes and homework, to making time for clubs and a social life, every day is full. So how can students manage to do all of these things well?

The Path to Success: A Guide to Mastering College Advising and Organization

February 5, 2018 From my experience in college, I have found that students constantly compare themselves to others to determine the "right" path to success they should be taking. Although following this way of thinking may be extremely helpful for a few scenarios, it can be detrimental to the success of the individual student.