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The Value of Networking for Students with Disabilities

October 24, 2019 12:37 PM
Over the course of the coming weeks, the REACH Newsletter will present tools to assist you with the job development and acquisition processes. In this edition, you will be introduced to the value of networking. 80% of jobs are obtained through networking1. As students with disabilities who are preparing for employment upon graduation, this is an important tool.
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Disclosing Your Disability to Your Employer

October 24, 2019 12:38 PM
In this edition, the REACH Toolbox explores disability disclosure in the context of employment. The decision to disclose your disability to your employer is very personal, and you must do what is most comfortable for you. The following information is intended to provide guidance in making that decision1.
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Which Resume is Right for You?

October 24, 2019 12:42 PM
This article includes information about types of resumes and which would be appropriate for you!
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Career Assessments

October 24, 2019 12:44 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox begins a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Career Directors

October 24, 2019 01:28 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox begins a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Prepare Application Materials (Cover Letters, Resumes, References, & Thank-you Notes)

October 24, 2019 02:05 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox continues a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Prepare for the Job Interview

October 24, 2019 02:10 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox continues a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Creating a Handshake Profile

October 24, 2019 01:52 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox continues a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Prepare for Career and STEM Fairs

October 24, 2019 01:54 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox continues a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Determine if and When Disability Disclosure to Your Employer is Appropriate

October 24, 2019 02:11 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox continues a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their career interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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Learn Strategies to Request Accommodations

October 24, 2019 02:15 PM
This edition of the REACH Toolbox concludes a series of articles that detail the services that are offered by the REACH Program and University Career Services to help students with disabilities achieve their career goals. Although most of these services may appear to be more general in nature, it is important to remember that all students, regardless of the presence or absence of disabilities, have exciting opportunities to explore their interests, apply for jobs, prepare for interviews, and engage in their chosen fields of employment. Therefore, REACH and University Career Services endeavors to provide the following services to assist students for each of these phases:
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