AppState Senior “How do I best gain hands-on experience before graduate school?” This interaction is a great example of how meaningful networking doesn’t always require a formal setting or immediate job offer. It’s about shared experience, guidance, and a willingness…
ELON JUNIOR SECURES INTERNSHIP LEADS WHILE BALANCING SOCCER AND CAREER GOALS #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN Balancing athletics and career growth takes strategy. A junior at Elon University, captain of the men’s soccer team, set out to do just that: find…
HIGH POINT FACULTY MEMBER IS LOOKING FOR GUEST SPEAKERS #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN Faculty members don’t just teach, they build bridges between students and the real world. That’s why having quick, easy access to a network of alumni is invaluable. …
WGU FRESHMAN DREAMS OF BEING A STELLAR HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN A great teacher doesn’t just give lessons, they change lives. And for one aspiring educator, the first lesson came before even stepping into a classroom. Wanting…
WWU ENGLISH GRAD IS LOOKING FOR CAREER ADVICE ON CREATIVE WRITING & ARTS #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN The arts don’t come with a roadmap. Creative writing? Even less so. With so many directions to take (editing, publishing, nonprofits, freelancing), how…
APP STATE STUDENT ASKS EXPERTS FOR MARKETING CAREER TIPS #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN Marketing isn’t just one job, it’s a hundred different paths wrapped into one career. It’s exciting, but can be overwhelming. Digital, brand, content, strategy, analytics… where do…
WOOSTER FRESHMAN WANTS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OPTOMETRY #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN Big decisions feel lighter with the right guidance. Choosing a career isn’t just about picking a job—it’s about shaping a future. One student, eager to explore optometry, reached…
DENISON SENIOR SEEKS CONNECTIONS IN CHICAGO’S PHOTOGRAPHY AND FINE ARTS SCENE #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN Breaking into the photography and curation world in a city like Chicago? Not easy. The industry is competitive, the options are endless, and knowing where…
LSE STUDENTS WORK ON A PROJECT ABOUT DEFORESTATION AND SUSTAINABLE FARMING #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN Starting a project, especially as a first-year student, can be overwhelming, and it’s often hard to know when or where to begin. Luckily, LSE offers…
PITT STUDENT ASKS ALUMNI WHAT THEY REGRET NOT DOING IN COLLEGE #engagementstory By MAX LEISTEN The fear of missing out in college is real—there are countless opportunities, from extra classes to sports, clubs, and social events. It’s easy to feel…
