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  • Rubin Supports the Family and Consumer Sciences Industry

    Rubin Supports the Family and Consumer Sciences Industry

    At Rubin, we are proud to support Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) and its vital role assisting individuals, families, and communities to live healthy and successful lives through the provision of education, research, and technology.

    FCS programs provide individuals and families with essential life skills, including financial literacy, nutrition and wellness, human development, and consumer resource management. These competencies are crucial for fostering well-rounded, capable, and resilient individuals who can thrive in today’s dynamic world.

    And the research conducted by FCS professionals and their work with local municipalities, counties, and states support the creation of healthy and resilient communities.

    We have witnessed the positive impact of FCS services including education, outreach, and research and development firsthand. Employees with a background in FCS bring a unique set of skills that enhance their ability to balance work and personal responsibilities, make informed decisions, and contribute to a positive workplace culture. Their preparedness and adaptability are invaluable assets to our company and the broader community.

    Investing in FCS education is an investment in our future. It equips individuals with the tools they need to lead healthy, productive lives and supports the development of a skilled and knowledgeable workforce. Whether those students enter the workforce as a nutritionist, financial advisor, early education assistant, or other areas, they are better prepared to be successful in their careers due to their knowledge in all areas of FCS. We believe that continued support for FCS programs will yield significant benefits for our society and economy.

    We stand with FCS students and professionals and are committed to advocating for the importance of these programs, services, and the FCS industry. Together, we can ensure that Family and Consumer Sciences education continues to thrive and make a lasting impact on our community.

    FCS matters now and into the future.

  • Rubin Awards 1,200+ Digital Badges in Sept/Oct 2024

    Rubin Awards 1,200+ Digital Badges in Sept/Oct 2024

    With the 2024-2025 academic year underway, students are busy in Rubin Emerge learning in-demand employability skills.

    At the end of each unit (ex: Email Etiquette — Beginner), students take a post-test. Once students pass the post-test, they earn an Emerge digital badge. So far, students have garnered 1,200+ digital badges for email writing, job outreach strategies, networking, resumes and more.

    Here’s a snapshot:

    • Email Etiquette — Beginner: 383 badges
    • Email Etiquette — Advanced: 172 badges
    • Job Outreach: 106 badges
    • Networking: 86 badges
    • Resume Writing: 78 badges
    • Cover Letter Writing: 52 badges

    Each badge features a QR code that brings the person to this page on the Rubin site. The pages explains the skills students gained to earn the digital badge.

    The badges are ideal for a resume, portfolio, LinkedIn profile and anywhere else students can showcase skills learned.

    Badges abound from Emerge.

  • West Virginia University Career Advisor Calls Danny’s Book “Go-To Resource”

    West Virginia University Career Advisor Calls Danny’s Book “Go-To Resource”

    In December 2015, Eric Minor received two copies of my new book, Wait, How Do I Write This Email?.

    Already, the director of student careers and opportunities at the West Virginia University Reed College of Media says the writing guide is a “go-to resource” as he works with students to apply for internships and jobs.

    “Even a top student’s career trajectory can be knocked off-course by a clunker of an email,” said Minor. “Danny’s book is my go-to resource when I’m working with a student who wants to best represent his or her personal brand through the written word.”

    Minor especially appreciates “Chapter 9: The Power of Stories.” In that section, Rubin encourages people to begin a cover letter with a short story of success on the job or during an internship. Minor says he agrees 100% with the approach.

    “As a former journalist, I understand the power of storytelling, [and] I’m always pressing my students tell their own stories in a way that shows unique value to hiring professionals,” said Minor. “When I need an on-demand example of how to do this, I turn to a heavily dog-eared page 195 of Danny’s book and walk them through the process.”

    See the book’s full table of contents here.

    In fall of 2015, Depaul University writing instructor Jill Stewart began to include Wait, How Do I Write This Email? in her senior capstone seminar for public relations students. Now at West Virginia, students also benefit from the “real world textbook.”

    Minor says students often ask if they can use his copy of Wait, How Do I Write This Email?. He says no problem — as long as they leave one with him.

    “I’m grateful that I have two copies of Wait, How Do I Write This Email? because it is the most frequently borrowed book on my shelf.”

    Are you a career service professional? Contact Danny and request a sample copy!

    Featured photo: Kevin Coles (Flickr)

    And the most borrowed book on his shelf.