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5 Facts to Know about Hispanic-Serving Institutions

Nov 26, 2024

Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) are a cornerstone of higher education in the United States, enrolling and supporting a significant portion of the nation’s Hispanic and Latino student population. Defined as colleges and universities where 25% or more of undergraduate students identify as Hispanic, these institutions have been instrumental in fostering academic success for one of the fastest-growing demographics in the U.S. Over the last decade, the Hispanic population has grown by nearly 10 million, with Hispanic and Latino students now accounting for a significant share of college enrollments.

The Importance of Staying Connected with Gen Z Candidates After They Accept an Offer

Nov 22, 2024

Recruitment is no longer just about securing an offer acceptance—it's about keeping candidates engaged and excited as they prepare for their start date. A recent RippleMatch survey found that 73% of candidates will continue passively searching for other roles even after accepting an offer. This means that organizations must rethink their post-offer communication strategies to reduce the rate of reneges and build strong connections with future hires. Here's our top advice for keeping candidates warm in between extending and offer and their start date.

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Report: How College Students Are Navigating Entry-Level Jobs and Internships During COVID-19

RippleMatch

Apr 22, 2020

For most college students, landing that first job or coveted internship is a stressful, but exciting, rite of passage. But the unfolding global health crisis has made taking that first step into a professional career significantly harder for millions of college students.

The Best Technology To Host Recruitment Webinars and Virtual Events: Key Features and Functionality

RippleMatch

Apr 20, 2020

For some college recruiters, especially those with limited travel budgets and a national reach, recruiting via webinars is nothing new. Some companies have utilized webinars, videos, social media, and virtual recruiting technology for years. But for those whose recruitment efforts have focused primarily on in-person, on-campus presentations, COVID-19 presents a new challenge – and a new opportunity – to engage with prospective candidates virtually. But how do you choose the right technology?

5 Ways to Personalize Your Hiring Process While Remote Recruiting

RippleMatch

Mar 30, 2020

In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, many companies are finding themselves switching to remote recruiting to fill their entry-level roles or internships. Campus career centers are cancelling in-person events and companies are temporarily closing their offices, which makes face-to-face interaction – and personalization in the hiring process – more difficult to manage.

University Recruiting During The Coronavirus

Kate Beckman

Mar 16, 2020

As the number of cases of the novel coronavirus continue to increase in the U.S., colleges and universities such as Harvard University, Columbia University, Rice University, University of California, Berkeley, and Stanford University are switching to online classes, suspending events, and asking students to vacate campus for the remainder of the semester to mitigate risk.

5 Quick Facts To Know About Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)

RippleMatch

Feb 24, 2020

It’s recruiting season for many companies, and they’re out to find unique talent at universities across the nation. For many, diversity is a key factor when choosing students to fill internship and entry-level roles. What better place to find diverse talent than at a diverse institution? Recruiting from Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) are the way to go. Many companies like Spotify and The Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program have HBCU-specific programs as a way to recruit diverse talent, while recruiters come with the goal of bringing potential applicants into their organizations.

5 Ways to Prevent Candidate Ghosting

RippleMatch

Jan 23, 2020

One of the major recruitment trends to watch out for in 2020 is the recent phenomenon of “candidate ghosting.” “Ghosting” refers to suddenly losing contact with a candidate with whom you had been previously corresponding, and it can happen at any stage of the recruitment process. In fact, research from Randstad found that 43% of Gen Z candidates had accepted a job, but reneged on their offer before their first day. In other words, they “ghosted” their future employer in order to accept a different job or pursue a different path.

8 University Recruiting Professionals Share Their Expert Tips For Making the Most of a Campus Visit

Kate Beckman

Jan 17, 2020

In today’s talent acquisition landscape, campus visits remain an essential tool in the arsenal of many university recruiting teams. Even with the emergence of new recruitment technologies, companies still recognize the value of meeting students face-to-face, strengthening employer brand, and continuing relationships with career centers.

9 Companies With An Innovative Approach To Early-Career Recruiting

Kate Beckman

Jan 14, 2020

Check out our most recent list for 50 innovative companies with unique campus recruiting strategies in 2023 here.

How BMO Financial Group Is Using a Campus Influencer Program To Win Over Gen Z Talent

Kate Beckman

Jan 07, 2020

Today’s college students grew up with an endless supply of information at their fingertips. From social media to search engines, Generation Z has been wading through a stream of information since they could access the internet. As a result, they have developed intuitive filters to screen for what they do and don’t want to consume. With this selective focus, how can companies break through the noise and stand out to this generation?

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5 Facts to Know about Hispanic-Serving Institutions

The Importance of Staying Connected with Gen Z Candidates After They Accept an Offer

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Report: How College Students Are Navigating Entry-Level Jobs and Internships During COVID-19

The Best Technology To Host Recruitment Webinars and Virtual Events: Key Features and Functionality

5 Ways to Personalize Your Hiring Process While Remote Recruiting

University Recruiting During The Coronavirus

5 Quick Facts To Know About Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)

5 Ways to Prevent Candidate Ghosting

8 University Recruiting Professionals Share Their Expert Tips For Making the Most of a Campus Visit

9 Companies With An Innovative Approach To Early-Career Recruiting

How BMO Financial Group Is Using a Campus Influencer Program To Win Over Gen Z Talent

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