St. Thomas post-graduation job rates remain relatively high amid the COVID-19 pandemic, stating that 97% of St. Thomas graduates are employed or continuing education post-undergraduate degree, according to the university’s Career Development team, compared to the U.S. average 86% that the National Center for Education Statistics reports.
The Career Development Center opened a new space in the beginning of August on the first floor of Murray-Herrick Campus Center for students with career exploration questions, and also expanding to include alumni and employer engagement.
Employers in the United States added 266,000 jobs last month, which is sharply lower than in March, and China’s trade with the U.S. and the rest of the world surged by double digits in April as consumer demand recovered. Reporter Josie Morss has today’s News in :90.
Internships offer students an opportunity to get hands-on experience in their desired field, or in a position similar to their desired role. Columnist Mae Macfarlane argues internships need to be paid experiences for those hired, as they are both time consuming and labor intensive.
President Donald Trump tests positive for COVID-19, America’s employers added 661,000 jobs in September and residents in a St. Thomas first-year dorm will be tested for COVID-19 after multiple students were confirmed positive. Chief Video Editor Taylor Shupe has today’s News in :90.
Unemployment is at a 16-year low, and Lake Superior water levels are at their highest point in two decades. Sports editor Noah Brown has today’s News in :90.
Design Manager Kari Johnson breaks down a new report showing where Tommies go after graduation.
Opinions editor Jeffrey Langan questions whether or not certain jobs are actually better than others.
More and more employers are using social media to check potential job candidates, so design manager Elle Jackson compiled some tips for managing your profiles.
As graduation approaches for seniors, chief studio producer Caroline Rode says it’s normal to panic and encourages seniors to take it one day at a time.
Minnesota currently ranks No. 5 in the United States with one of the lowest unemployment rates.
Design Manager Genevieve Cossette found that Minnesota has gained more than 50,000 jobs in the past year.
Columnist Claire Noack explains why students should have a healthy mix of college and work, rather than trying to focus solely on either extreme.
Two St. Thomas students took interest when President Obama visited St. Paul to unveil his plan to invest in and update the nation’s infrastructure.
