Do not include birth date, health information and marital status. They are now considered inappropriate. This is a standard tag line which has lost much of its meaning. However, it is important to have references available from internship or employment supervisors or faculty members when requested by employers and graduate schools. One page should suffice.
Proper spelling is paramount.
A spelling checker on a word processor is a good way to rough out spelling errorsbut don't rely on it totally. Keep your descriptions crisp and clear. Strive for balance. Good quality bond paper is essential. The following is a list of some of our additional resources found in the Career Resource Library in the Trustee Center, Arnold Hall.