Articles & Advice Contributors - Al Dickenson
Al Dickenson
Al Dickenson graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran College with bachelor’s degrees in history, communication, and English. He currently serves as an editor for an international equine practitioners’ magazine in and around Milwaukee, Wisconsin, his hometown, where he lives with his wife. He also works as a freelance journalist, photographer, archivist, and historian, and he enjoys hiking and reading, particularly about history.Articles By Al Dickenson
(Re)Using Homework Assignments to Build a Professional Portfolio
By: Al Dickenson
I highly recommend reusing homework assignments and projects from high school and college to see if a portfolio can be built or skillsets showcased. As other Sage Scholars authors have mentioned, the work you do in college can launch your publishing career, even if you have no intention of pursuing a life of writing.
401(k)s, 403(b)s, IRAs-So Many Retirement Savings Accounts. What's the Difference?
By: Al Dickenson
This article discusses the differences between some of the largest retirement savings accounts.
Tags: career-planning, college-student
5 Warning Signs to Look for When College Shopping
By: Al Dickenson
There are many considerations for choosing the school that is right for you. Consider the following questions when college shopping.
Tags: graduate-student, student-loans
Advocating for Your Financial Benefit in Three Situations
By: Al Dickenson
More often than not, offers given to you are rarely the best offer possible. Check this article out to learn how to advocate for yourself and obtain the best possible offer.
Tags: financial-aid, parent-guardian
As a Liberal Arts Major, Do Not Forget the Hard Skills
By: Al Dickenson
When applying for jobs or graduate schools, or even for your interest, the following eight hard skills can set you apart from the pack in the resume and interview department.
Audio/Visual Recording Tips for a Digital Age
By: Al Dickenson
Audio/Visual work is used by many professions, including journalists, television marketers, and digital media workers. Here are some basic tips to improve your audio/visual skills and the quality of your work.
Tags: computer-science, high-school
Balancing Caregiving and College
By: Al Dickenson
There are few things more daunting than starting college. One of those things is caring for a sick parent while in college. I have found some strategies which helped me achieve high grades while also keeping my mother taken care of.
Building Confidence for Presentations as an Introvert
By: Al Dickenson
This article gives advice on how to give effective presentations.
Tags: high-school, social-life
Could You Save Money with International Schooling?
By: Al Dickenson
Though it may not be everyone's first choice to go far away for college, international schooling is something people could consider, especially as the economy tightens and more schools close in the United States.
Five Considerations for Attending College as a Member of the Armed Forces
By: Al Dickenson
This article discusses the impact of being an active or reserve service man or woman has on your college education.