WHAT DOES A CREDENTIALS FILE CONTAIN?
• RESUME (optional) The resume is used as the first page of your credentials. Because it is a summary of your background, experiences and qualifications, it provides a frame of reference for the rest of the information in your file. It is important to have a copy of your resume in your file even though in most cases you already will have provided a resume to the person who is considering your application. The Career Development Office offers a series of informational handouts and books about resume writing in addition to reviewing drafts of your resume. • UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT (optional) If your grades are supportive of your candidacy, you may wish to include an unofficial copy of your transcript from Fredonia (one that does not carry the university seal) as a part of your credentials file. The request to include the unofficial transcript must be made on the Request for Unofficial SUNY Fredonia Transcript form with your signature and submitted to our office. Undergraduate transcripts w
