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November 07, 2022 02:30 PM

5 Tips to Finding Your College Housing Fit

Going through your list of to-dos as you prepare to start college? One task you’ll want to give some extra lead-time is finding housing near your college of choice. While your housing selection isn’t set in stone forever, moving multiple times during school breaks is not ideal, so try setting your sights on a place you’ll be happy staying long-term. What other things should you consider as you start your hunt? Here are some steps to take before choosing your place.
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October 27, 2022 03:10 PM

First Annual Analytics Career Day

On Friday, October 28 at 11 a.m., Ensign College will host the first annual Analytics Career Day, in the Ensign College Multipurpose Room on the college’s first floor at 95 N 300 W in Salt Lake City. The event is sponsored in partnership with BYU-Idaho and the Research and Business Development Center (RBDC). Over 125 students in data science and business analytics programs at both schools will learn from and mingle with industry professionals during a panel discussion, networking sessions, and lunch.
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October 11, 2022 07:30 AM

Getting Involved While in School

Learning the skills to succeed in a career is only part of why so many young people choose a college education. Indeed, college provides the ideal environment for making lasting connections and breaking out of your comfort zone to try new things. Whether you’re looking for ways to stay active, want to join an academic team, or just need to have some fun after a hard day of classes, we’ve highlighted some resources for getting involved during school.
Soft skills in programming code
September 30, 2022 09:10 AM

10 Skills You Need to Succeed in Any Career

Going to college and learning how to execute the intricacies of your chosen profession is a fantastic accomplishment, and one you should be proud of. However, having the prowess to program software or launch an SEO campaign (the technical skills of the job) is only half the battle. Today’s employers want workers who can demonstrate their grasp of essential soft skills, as well.
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September 26, 2022 03:10 PM

The Lost Art of Doing More Than Expected

As a soon-to-be or already graduated job-seeker, among the things most on your mind is likely how to stand out in a sea of other highly qualified job candidates. You know that skills are paramount, as is steady performance in school and great references. Previous experience in your field—paid or unpaid—is definitely a bonus. But—you may be wondering what else you can do to get noticed in a stack of resumes and line of interviewees.
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September 19, 2022 02:00 PM

Employers Increasingly Seeking Business Management Graduates with Proven Skillsets

Until recently, a bachelor’s degree, for most college graduates, was the the ticket to a fruitful job search. However, as businesses have embraced evolving technologies at a seemingly breakneck pace, their expectations of job applicants have evolved as well. Researchers, including administrators at Ensign College, have observed this evolution, responding with updated degree offerings designed to meet the demand for capable employees.
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August 07, 2022 03:30 PM

4 Tricks to Seamlessly Transition From College to Career

College marks a significant era of evolution for high school grads or workers looking to improve their long-term financial situations. What many people don’t tell you is how to maximize this pivot point to achieve more immediate success in the workforce.
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July 19, 2022 03:30 PM

5 Tips for Success After Graduation

The time will soon come when you’ll graduate from being a student to a working professional. This is a significant transition, and one you should prepare for with diligence and enthusiasm. If there’s one thing we can’t stress enough for those seeking success—it’s preparation.
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July 15, 2022 09:30 AM

What to Expect at New Student Orientation

Are you an incoming freshman, wondering how to prepare for your first semester? Transitioning from high school to college is an exhilarating milestone… with so much to learn! To set yourself up for success, your first order of business should be preparing for new student orientation.
Students looking at an iPad
July 07, 2022 02:50 PM

The Key to Choosing Your College Path

Identifying your route to a satisfying career is a lofty concept. College? Vocational school? Starting your own business? (To learn more about your educational options, visit our series here.) You’ll face it as you contemplate your direction after graduating high school, when you select your career or start a family, and possibly down the road if you’re considering a job change. Your direction may change due to life circumstances, and detours are inevitable. However, with the right preparation, tools, and mindset, you can make an informed decision to set you on the right path.
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May 18, 2022 12:45 PM

Gearing Up For Freshman Year

Graduating high school and stepping into the unknown of college is exhilarating…and can also be a bit nerve-wracking. Especially as recent years have brought online models of education and quickly shifting plans to the forefront.*
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May 02, 2022 02:00 PM

Ensign College Competitors Win at ‘Maximize Your Momentum’ DECA Competition

Since joining DECA in 2014, Ensign College students have progressively topped their 4-year university counterparts, finishing with their best ever results at the 2022 International Career Development Conference (ICDC). Their first year competing in a live national event, fifteen of the 2-year college’s seventeen participating students moved on to the final presentation in the Preliminary DECA Awards.
Brandon Bowen ULA Award
June 17, 2021 02:24 PM

Bowen receives ULA 2021 Special Recognition Award

Brandon Bowen, Director of Learning Resources at Ensign College, has been named the recipient of the 2021 Special Recognition Award from the Utah Library Association (ULA).

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