Change is inevitable-especially in the Peace Corps. This being my fourth year, I already expect it. Heck, I even tend to welcome it. It’s almost like it’s better to just accept things coming and going, breaking and working, appearing and disappearing, etc., etc. So when I went from more than three years in Peace Corps…
Category Archives: Tips on Applying to Grad School
Enduring The Trials of Graduate School From Conception to Labor by Michele Stopera Freyhauf
Michele Stopera Freyhauf With the new school year in full swing, I thought this post from almost two years ago would be an appropriate reflection, encouragement, and outward support to those returning to school or nearing the completion of their degree. Remember – do not give up – the sweat, sacrifices, and struggles are worth…
Studying Abroad in Morocco
Salam wa lakum and thank you College of Charleston for allowing me to share my experiences as a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar to Morocco. I want to let readers know how study abroad is not just for undergraduates, we can achieve things that we would never in a million years imagine ourselves doing. BE READY TO…
The Graduate School Fall Orientation 2013
BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND. Graduate Orientation is that place where newly admitted Graduate Cougars start their careers by receiving comprehensive introduction to CofC. Orientation is open to all graduate students admitted for the Fall 2013 semester. As new students, you will take the first step to Master your Future during orientation, where you…
Should You Go To Graduate School?
Employers want to pay you to go to Grad School. 4 of them are hiring in Charleston right now. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/10/tuition-reimbursement-10-companies-that-pay_n_1507188.html ADP: http://www.adp-jobs.com/job/Charleston-Associate-District-Manager-Job-SC-29401/2255531/ Deloitte: http://jobs.deloitte.com/charleston-jobs Lockheed Martin: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25037&siteid=5010&AReq=264790BR&codes=in-indeed Raytheon: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25037&siteid=5010&AReq=264790BR&codes=in-indeed Now, should you go to graduate school? I think you know the answer. 🙂 …
Can I Make a Suggestion?
My suggestion to you, whoever you are, is to dedicate 1 day to something that’s important to you. A few examples: If you are planning to apply (or have already started to apply) to graduate school, spend a day working on your application, cover letter, personal statement, and interview skills. If you want to…
Tips on Applying to Grad School
First and foremost, you need to know the details. For each institution you are going to apply to, examine the admissions criteria in detail. Look for things like entrance exams, transcripts, letters of recommendations, personal statements, etc. The Tests Get free practice GRE questions through the ETS website. Leave at least six weeks to study before any…
Choosing an Institution
Choosing an Institution If you’ve made the decision to go to graduate school, I’m assuming that you’ve also figured out what you are going to go to graduate school – what degree you are pursuing and what type of program you want to join. Now you have the difficult task of picking a specific institution…
Considering Grad School
Maybe you’ve just graduated, you’re about to graduate, or you have a few years of work under your belt and now you’re considering graduate school. You’re probably not the only one asking, “is graduate school right for me?” In recent years, staggering job market influenced a lot of new and upcoming college graduates to consider…
Deadline!
Whether you are a recent graduate or are trying to further your career by going back to school, the decision to apply and enroll in graduate school is a big one. Despite student loans, lack of sleep, and stress, the accomplishment of a Master’s degree has the potential to enhance your overall life. So please…
