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 \n• Time goes by fast  \n• Helps you organize important things for your future career (which organizations to join; what is missing)  \n• Assists in setting goals  \n• Assists when getting letters of recommendations or applying for other programs/committees  \nCurriculum Vitae  \nImportant NOTE  \n• There is not really a “right” way to do a CV.  \nHowever, there are some things that make the viewing easier, make you look more professional, and include things reviewers want to see.  \n• Your CV may be different than someone else.  \n• What’s important is that you keep one up to date.  \nCurriculum Vitae  \nGeneral Set-Up Features  \n• Font: Times New Roman  \n• Regular paper (white) is fine  \n• Font size: 12 point  \n• No underlining  \n• Single sided  \n• Margins: 1” all around  \n• Use bolding and CAPs to have things stand out  \n• Number pages  \n• No graphics  \n• Same font throughout (may vary sizing some)  \n• Full name on every page  \nCurriculum Vitae  \nDon’t forget, a CV needs to be…  \n• Clear: Well-organized and logical  \n• Concise: Relevant and necessary  \n• Complete: Includes everything you need  \n• Consistent: Don’t mix styles or fonts  \n• Current: Up-to-date  \nCurriculum Vitae  \nContact Information  \n• Full name  \n• Mailing Address: Permanent  \n• E-mail: Obtain email address that will not expire  \n• Phone number(s)  \nCurriculum Vitae  \nSections on the CV  \n• ALWAYS  \n-Education (always first on the CV)  \n-Honors and Awards  \n-Professional Experience (Employment)  \n-Publications and Presentations  \n-Extracurricular and Volunteer Experience  \n- Interests  \n• OPTIONAL (as needed)  \n-Objective  \n-Certifications and Licensure  \n-Professional Affiliations  \n-Professional Activities  \n-Research  \n-Added Qualifications  \nCurriculum Vitae  \nEducation  \n• Most current first (include your current educational work)  \n• Only include diploma distinctions  \n• Get the schools’ names correct!  \n• Degrees/certifications are what’s important – not the time spent  \n• Thesis/Dissertation titles listed  \nCurriculum Vitae","cbCaisrC20HbMyEn","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisrC20HbMyEn","pdf",178107,"English","# Resume vs. Curriculum Vitae\n## Length, content, and purpose\n# What is Curriculum Vitae (CV)\n## Origin of the term\n# Why work on this now\n## Organization, goals, and recommendations\n# Important note and general setup features\n## Formatting rules and presentation\n# CV essentials\n## Clear, concise, complete, consistent, current\n# Contact information\n# Sections on the CV\n## Required sections\n## Optional sections\n# Education\n## Ordering and what to include","[{\"question\":\"How does a resume differ from a curriculum vitae (CV)?\",\"answer\":\"A resume is typically short and presents an all-inclusive summary of skills, experiences, and education for employment or interviews. 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