The road leading away from college is different for everyone, but many choose the path to graduate school. While higher education nurtures those interested in academia, the education received from real-world experiences and entry-level jobs can be just as valuable and formative. Here are five reasons to consider waiting to go to graduate school. You need time to think about what you really want to do. Taking time off after college will give you the time to regroup and think a

Let’s face it- group projects are something that we all dread. It can be difficult to align expectations, and ultimately responsibilities usually fall on just one or two group members. Rather than taking on the brunt of the work at the last minute, set your group up for success in seven quick steps. Create a Gantt Chart. A Gantt chart is a planning and goal-setting tool that will help you organize each of your project goals and assign tasks that must be completed along the wa

Joe Reaves is the D Wilbur Wright College in Chicago where he helps students realize and actualize their potential and find meaningful careers. As a part of his role, Joe organizes the college’s annual career fair. In this fireside chat, we speak with Joe about how to stand out in the crowd and navigate a career fair successfully. Can you tell me about your experience as a career counselor? My first job out of college was with Caremark Orthopedic Services where I was a patien

In this edition of Student Insights, we spoke with eight current students to understand what it is really like to be in law school. Overall, we noticed that experience really differs by school, but one thing all of these students had in common was hard work and long hours at the library. Giana Dittmar Roger Williams University School of Law | 1L The Good: I have been very fortunate to have found such a great group of friends since arriving at law school. I would say that a ne

So you are in the process of applying to graduate school, or maybe you have been accepted and are deciding on what school to attend. Many students choose a school based on name or prestige. While this is a credible consideration, it should not be a deciding factor. Graduate school marks the next step of your career and it is important to make it count. To ensure that the program you choose will help you reach your professional goals, you want to keep these things in mind. Str

Chakena Sims is a rising leader. She serves as the Deputy Press Secretary for Chicago Public Schools and is also a Trustee at Connecticut College. When she isn’t busy working, Chakena may be found brunching or reading a good book.  During our time with Chakena we spoke to her about the public school system, leadership, and how to find a good mentor. Tell me about the work you do with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) I began on May 31, 2016 as a Press Assistant in the Communicatio