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Questions Corner

Question: What action steps can you take to prepare for graduate school applications?

Are you planning to apply for graduate school? Here are some action steps to help prepare you for graduate school applications over the summer:

Finalize what graduate school program and institutions you would like to apply to. The Career Center staff, its graduate school guide, and faculty members can help you make this decision.
Once you have decided what programs and institutions to apply to, consider the application requirements, including:
- Application deadlines
- Application materials, such as personal statements, letters of recommendation, and CVs
- Standardized exam scores
If necessary, prepare for standardized exams, such as the GRE. This can be done by accessing free and second-hand exam prep resources. Additionally, the Career Center offers Kaplan test prep classes for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT.

For additional support, contact your faculty advisor, schedule an appointment with a career consultant for graduate school advising on Handshake, or connect with the advising hub for pre-law or pre-med advising.

Have any questions for us?

We know it can be difficult to ask questions, but we are here to help! Do you have any questions you want answered or featured in our next newsletter? If so, please fill out this form and tell us what you want to know!

Additionally, you can attend our drop-in hours between 1-4 pm Monday- Thursday or schedule an appointment on Handshake to meet with our Career Consultants!

Emma Fairburn, Megan Mrkonjich, Sarah Reinbrecht, and Leah Brown (Left to Right)

Pathways:

Emma: Arts, Media, and Communications

Megan: Science, Research, Outdoor Industry

Sarah: Competitive Business and Technology

Leah: Careers for the Common Good (Education, Non-Profit, Government, International Careers, and Service)

We support all students regardless of pathway! If your interests do not fit with a listed pathway, schedule a getting started or general questions appointment to receive career guidance.

Upcoming Events

Artists Across Disciplines: Jenny Kenyon Forensic Artist

Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024; 4-5 p.m.
Location: Cornerstone Arts Center, Cornerstone Screening Room 131

Jenny Kenyon is a professional forensic artist with 25 years of experience spanning design disciplines, including costume design, scenic design, and scenic artistry. Join Jenny Kenyon as she leads a lecture on her work and discussion about the field of forensic art. Interested students can submit a Google Form to request to have dinner with Jenny following the event in Rastall. RSVP on Handshake now!

Pre-Internship Workshop Series:

Personal Budgeting (presented by Laura Straub of ENT Credit Union)

Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024; 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Location: Tutt Library 201

While budgeting may not be your first concern when planning for your summer internship (or post-graduate experience), maintaining an effective focus on finances and spending is a crucial life skill. As you consider minimum, or no, wages earned during this period, it can cause stress and uncertainty. The best thing you can do is plan early and adjust often to make this situation manageable. This will allow you to focus on the value of your experience. RSVP so we know to expect you!

Preparing for Day One

Date: Monday, May 6, 2024; 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: Tutt Library 201

Ensure you hit the ground running and make a lasting impression at your summer internship! Learn how to engage with your future supervisor, ask pertinent questions, and lay the groundwork for an impactful internship experience. RSVP now!

Who we are and how we work: Reflecting on Identity

Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024; 1-2 p.m.
Location: Tutt Library 201

Join the Career Center to reflect on your identities and how that informs your professional relationships. RSVP so we know to expect you!

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