Prepare for their transition and plan for life after collegeÌý
Connect with campus partners to ensure that all requirements are met to graduateÌý
Get the necessary tools they need in order to become successful alumniÌý
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Meet with academic advisor to ensure all requirements are met for graduation
Apply for graduation and make sure all documents are submitted
Check your degree audit plan to make sure all required courses that have taken for completion of the degree
Complete the Graduate Student Survey
Apply for graduate school
Meet with Career Services to create a job application and preparation plan
Begin applying to jobs and/or Career Fair Expo
Get resume and cover letter updated with career services
Get help with personal statements for graduate school from a faculty member or Career Services
Attend a Senior Seminar Events
Attend a Career Services workshop that helps you decide how you want to be in the workplace (your professional identity)
Participate in the Global Competence Certificate (GCC) program to prepare to work effectively in a diverse workplace
Join Career Services & Alumni Association Mentoring Program
Identify and obtain faculty and staff that can be used as a professional reference
Focus on getting professional letters of recommendation
Create a plan to maintain healthy habits that promote balance of work, social life, and self-care after college
Prepare for new post-college challenges such as finding an apartment, reliable transportation, new budget considerations, etc
Utilize the recreation and fitness center
Meet with Counseling Services if/when you feel burnt out or stressed about moving on to your next steps
Meet with financial aid counselors for exit interviews to help understand your financial obligations by the completion of graduation
Check Webstar to check on any financial obligations related to UNO
If going to graduate school: Apply for scholarships and grants
Attend money management and financial literacy workshops
Identify and ask co-workers or professors to serve as a positive professional reference
Join at least one student organization that is related to your career for networking opportunities
Attend events on campus such as Senior Week
Practice communicating leadership skills on your resume and behavioral interview questions
