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Student at an interview.
May 27, 2021

The job market for the class of 2021 has rebounded from the pandemic slump putting new graduates in a strong position to launch their careers. Job postings have increased dramatically this spring compared to a year ago when COVID-19 gripped the nation and hiring ground to a standstill. Still,...

Student at a table.
May 18, 2021

By the time I entered college, I realized that becoming Indiana Jones was not a fully viable career path. I wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to do when I was 18, but I knew I was curious, analytical, loved change, loved reading, and wanted to do something meaningful. For me, that meant...

Student and professor in a lab
May 3, 2021

Students interested in medical school must have a plan for success. Getting into medical school is highly competitive. It takes commitment and determination, and requires staying organized and managing your time. As part of Aurora University’s Sundays @ 7 Career Conversations with...

Student at a laptop
March 24, 2021

If you are thinking about going to law school, there are several steps you can take while you are an undergraduate to help you succeed. Aurora University alumni came together as part of AU’s Sundays @ 7 Career Conversations with Alumni to share their advice on how to prepare for law...

Basma Outhman
February 22, 2021

Aurora University student Basma Outhman ’21 has been recognized with the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award, representing AU as Student Laureate of The Lincoln Academy of Illinois. In the spirit of Abraham Lincoln, Student Laureates are honored for their “leadership and...