News & Features

December 28, 2017

Paralegal Studies Alumni Story: Becoming a Paralegal

After earning her bachelor’s degree, Ally Taylor Bain wasn’t quite ready for law school, but she was fascinated by the legal profession. The Certificate in Paralegal Studies enabled Ally to find a job she loves while exploring the world of law.

January 12, 2018

Human Resources Management Alumni Story: Become a Director of Talent Acquisition

Rebooting your career after a layoff can be tough. But Nicole Bowers turned this stressful situation into an opportunity to discover her true calling — with a helpful boost from the UW Certificate in Human Resources Management.

April 10, 2024

Jobs for Wordsmiths in Today’s Tech-Driven Market

Wondering about career options for wordsmiths today? Good news: Even in our information age, companies need content experts. See where you can put your skills to work.

May 17, 2018

Gerontology Alumni Story: Becoming a Geriatric Care Manager

Jennifer Jones has twice been able to make a career transformation through a UW certificate program. Now she’s using what she learned in both programs to make a difference in the lives of older adults.

September 28, 2023

4 Best Practices to Prepare for a Career Change

Thinking about switching careers? Be sure to do your homework and gather as much information as possible about your options. Explore these four key steps to follow to give yourself an edge.

March 31, 2025

12 Things You Can Learn to Do in 12 Weeks (or Less)

Life is busy and the world moves fast. Here are 12 different professional skills or life accomplishments that you can achieve in 12 weeks or less.

December 13, 2023

7 Steps for Designing a Career You’ll Love

If you’ve been dreaming about changing your career, this is your year. Follow these seven steps to help clarify what you want and design the career you’ll love.

April 19, 2024

9 Biggest Career Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

While career setbacks and wrong turns are all part of the learning process, there’s no reason you can't improve your odds of success by studying these 9 biggest career mistakes and ways to avoid them.

September 25, 2024

5 Ways to Overcome a Career Plateau

Feeling uncertain about where your career is headed or how to advance? Follow these steps to break free from a career plateau and continue thriving professionally.

November 5, 2024

How to Achieve Career Clarity

As the job market becomes more specialized, being able to define the problems you’re an expert at solving is key. Achieve career clarity with these tips on how to explain the value your skills bring to an employer’s bottom line.

August 23, 2025

5 Practical and Powerful Ways to Show Your Value at Work

Whether you're after a raise, promotion, or more responsibility, your growth starts with showing your value. Use these 5 powerful strategies to demonstrate your worth.