Shay Creech

With graduation less than seven weeks away, many students are concerned about finding a job. According to a Job Outlook publication, employers anticipate hiring 22 percent fewer grads in 2009 compared to 2008. The decline is one result of the economic recession, and it's forcing students to be more proactive in their job search. Attending career fairs is one way students can find jobs, because the fairs offer an opportunity to network with potential employers.