Meet Valerie!
Hey Next Step readers! My name is Valerie Mundt and I am going to be writing for NextStepU over the next couple of weeks. I am originally from the Rochester,... Read More
5 Helpful Tips to Prepare You For Your First Job Interview
By Valerie Mundt You are in college and a light bulb comes on! While studying, you may be wondering about the job world. These questions may be going through your... Read More
Study Abroad: Language, Culture, Memories and Adventure
When a study abroad opportunity crosses your path in college, don’t hesitate to snatch it! By Valerie Mundt Language, culture, memories, and adventure…are just a few words that describe a... Read More
Making the transition from a 2-year to 4-year college
Considering transferring from a community college to a four-year school? Valerie has been there! Read her advice on how to make the process smooth and successful — and find out if... Read More
Mastering the 2+2 Checklist
If you’re considering a community college for your post-grad plansNow that you have selected a community college, what’s next on your list of college preparation? Are you thinking of transferring... Read More
Pros and Cons of Commuting to College
As you are planning where you want to go to college, you might be considering a nearby campus. In that case, you will have the option to either live on-campus... Read More
Adjusting to your first year in college
The summer is quickly drawing to a close and if you’re a student who’s just graduated — congrats! You’ve likely started preparing for your first year of college. If you’re... Read More
Top 5 college decision factors
As you approach your next step, you’ll soon discover that there are many ways you can approach your college search. You can attend a private college, a public college, a... Read More
How I Decided on a Community College
Has a thought of attending a community college cross your mind? Do you know of any local community colleges in your area? You may be curious as to why you... Read More
How to start your college search
Decision, decisions, decisions. Your next step is quickly approaching and you are faced with many questions: How do I decide on the right college that will give me the best... Read More