Adulting 101
Recommended amount of nightly sleep for young adults.
What is 7-9 hours?
This kangaroo is the official mascot of the University of Akron.
Who is Zippy?
This essential course document outlines assignments, grading policies, and important dates.
What is a syllabus?
This goes at the end of every professional email and includes your name, title, and contact info.
What is an email signature?
This letter, sent alongside your resume, gives you the chance to introduce yourself and make a strong first impression with a potential employer before they even meet you.
What is a cover letter?
This 3-digit number affects your ability to rent an apartment, get a loan, or even land certain jobs.
What is a credit score?
Before becoming the University of Akron, this was the institution's original name.
What is Buchtel College?
This campus professional helps you explore majors, select courses, understand degree requirements, and plan for study abroad or internships.
Who is an academic advisor?
When you need to excuse yourself during a professional meal, you should place your napkin on your ____, but not on the table.
What is chair?
This platform is used by the University of Akron to find internships and on-campus jobs.
What is Handshake?
Facility for non-emergency medical needs, often faster than the ER.
What is urgent care?
This person currently serves as president of the University of Akron. They were also giving away cake pops this week.
Who is R.J. Nemer?
This is the website where you can register to officially join a student organization at UA.
What is RooConnect?
DAILY DOUBLE
Each team sends one rep to deliver a 30-second elevator pitch to a potential employer. Dave picks the best pitch. Winning team gets $600, other team gets $300.
This annual COB event connects students with career professionals in their field and is held each spring in the COB Atrium.
What is "Real People, Real Career"?
Funds held by a landlord to cover potential damages.
What is a security deposit?
This person serves as the Dean of the College of Business at the University of Akron.
Who is Dr. Terry Daugherty?
This central student advocacy and support office, located in Simmons Hall, provides resources to help students overcome obstacles and succeed academically.
What is ZipAssist?
Unique trail of data including social media posts and comments that can be traced back to you by potential employers.
What is digital footprint?
This UA program guarantees that students will gain real-world experience before graduating, often referred to by its color-themed nickname.
What is the Experience Guarantee (BLUE)?
Fluid necessary to stop a vehicle from overheating.
What is coolant/antifreeze?
The Latin motto of the University of Akron, Fiat Lux, translates to this in English.
What is “Let There Be Light”?
This official UA website is your go-to for academic policies, course offerings, degree requirements, and university procedures.
What is the UA Undergraduate Bulletin?
A leadership style where the leader gives the team freedom to make decisions with minimal guidance or involvement.
What is Delegating (Laissez-Faire) Leadership?
This free online database, maintained by the U.S. Department of Labor, helps job seekers find strong action verbs and skill descriptions to strengthen their resumes.
What is O*NET OnLine?