Grad School vs. Going to Work
Harry Wallace, Class Marshal
Should such students keep waiting tables until stronger inspiration strikes or would they be better off just going to (and paying for) a grad school program that could launch a reasonably attractive career? Tough call: Debt is a drag, but time is money too.
I'll just offer two thoughts:
1) If you choose grad school, apply only to well-respected programs and don't mess around once you're in--an extra degree with a weak portfolio and lukewarm letters of rec probably won't do much for your career prospects.
2) Inspiration promotes productivity, but productivity can also inspire. After people develop expertise germane to a specific career, they tend to find that career more appealing.
When I graduated from Trinity, I entered a field that cared very little about my GPA and not at all about a graduate degree. In broadcast journalism, it was (and still is in large part) all about your work history. Employers were far more interested in my demo reel and who hired me last. They appreciated that I had graduated from a respected university, but that was good enough for them. And that suited me just fine; I was ready to get to work! I don’t think having a graduate degree would have had a significant impact on my career trajectory in the broadcasting, production and communications world, but these days I find myself wishing I had a masters. Unfortunately, they don’t just give you a degree; you have to earn it. Right now with a full time job, a very busy community life, two kids, a husband and a dog, I don’t have the time to earn it. I’ve given serious thought to starting on a master’s program, but haven’t pulled the trigger because I know some other aspect of my life would suffer greatly if I devoted the time to school. Some day, when my kids are older….
I believe you have to know yourself, understand what your
particular field of employment requires and have a sense of purpose before
deciding the grad school or work conundrum.
However, if you think grad school is in your future, I’d encourage you
to do it sooner than later before life gets in the way.
Registration Requirement
Beginning March 5, all students planning to register for fall classes are required to provide proof of Health Insurance.
Students with personal health insurance must provide their information with the online waiver and will need their personal health insurance card to complete this task. Please enter the information accurately. Coverage will be verified. You will receive an e-mail confirmation when the process has been completed.
Beginning March 5, all students planning to register for fall classes are required to provide proof of Health Insurance.
Students with personal health insurance must provide their information with the online waiver and will need their personal health insurance card to complete this task. Please enter the information accurately. Coverage will be verified. You will receive an e-mail confirmation when the process has been completed.
This is the time of year to
take advantage of all the opportunities Career Services has to offer! We want to help prepare you for your next
step after college, and we’re here to help you explore any ideas or questions
you may have about your career path! Now
is the ideal time to start looking at summer internships, so schedule an
appointment with one of our Career Counselors who can help tidy up your resume,
give you some interview advice, introduce you to a variety of internships, and
help you prepare for the 2012 Spring Career Fair!
3/7/2012 (Wednesday), 2012 Spring Career Fair, Laurie Auditorium, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Come meet face-to-face with representatives from a variety of employers! Whether you're looking for an internship or a full-time position, you'll find a wide variety of opportunities! Check out TigerJobs for a complete list of attending employers. Please bring at least 10 copies of your resume, and dress professionally!
Click here to view Career Services Recruiting Events during March.
Trinity Graduates Write-Up
Your junior year is a time
for celebration and looking to the future, but financial troubles can crop up
slowly or hit unexpectedly at anytime. The good news is you don’t have to face
those problems alone. Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater San Antonio
(CCCSSA) is a nonprofit financial counseling agency that offers resources for
students and alumni to pay off their debt. We know student loans can be
overwhelming and that deferring or defaulting on them puts your credit at
stake. Before it comes to that, let CCCSSA offer you professional guidance on
developing a student loan repayment plan. Our counselors are certified to help
you create a budget that meets your needs and an action plan for paying off
your debt. The initial session is free so you have nothing to lose. To schedule
an appointment, call CCCSSA at 210-979-4300, or visit our Web site.
You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter!
Important Reminders
Saturday, March 17 Electrical power outage scheduled
4:30 - 5 a.m. Entire campus
5 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lower campus only
12:30 - 1 p.m. Entire campus
Sunday, March 18 There will be limited road access on campus in the morning because of the Alamo Half Marathon.
