All posts tagged "advisor"
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How to Find a Mentor 101: Searching for the Yoda to Your Luke Skywalker
Where do you see yourself in five years? A published author, a first year medical or graduate student or an employee climbing up the corporate ladder? Sometimes, the post-grad life can seem frightening, especially when you...
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From KC Star to Advising Extraordinaire
During the summer of my freshman year of college I planned to go back to my good ole’ hometown of Kansas City and work for the newspaper, the Kansas City Star. I felt fully confident...
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Why Not Choosing a Major in College Is Smart
You sit impatiently in a waiting room that reeks of coffee and education. Three minutes past your meeting time and you’re already considering dropping out. Moments later, your name echoes from a nearby office....
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How To Get The Most Out of Your Advisor in 30 Minutes
The unsung heroes, the underused resource, the watchful eye. These terms don’t describe a superhero, it’s your friendly neighborhood advisor. Advisors give students the scoop to unlocking their untapped potential because they want to watch their...
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You Will Pass Failure on Your Way to Success
In my first semester of college, I sat down with an academic advisor to plan my future. I came in as a physics major, eager to map out my first move as a real college...
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Mentorship 101: How to Find the Yoda to Your Luke Skywalker
Do I even like my major? What am I doing with my life? We’ve all felt rattled at some point while riding the college-rollercoaster. But thankfully, a little external guidance is all we need....
