Class of 1998:
"Word of Wisdom"
by Deborah G. Branch
The Class of 1998 at Morgan State University (MSU) did quite well in
the job market because of a stable economy, unemployment rates lower than
ever in the past five years and an increase in the number of recruiters
visiting our campus this past academic year. Approximately 75% of
the graduates registered in the Career Center have found employment or
are entering graduate school.
All in all, the job market is always better for seniors who are well
prepared for competition in the marketplace. Several members of the MSU
class of 1998 offer you the following "words of wisdom":
• "It is never too early to start researching your field of interest.
The way to know what to do is to talk to people in the field and read as
much as you can about the field."
Zanaida Duhon, Psychology '98, Johns Hopkins Research Center
• "Improve your speech communication skills, writing skills, technical
knowledge and industry knowledge. But most of all, excel at anything
you do by doing your best!"
Daniel Harris, Jr., Electrical Engineering '98, Bellcore
• "Use the Career Center as much as possible. Network and go to lots
of career fairs. Never be afraid to try."
Tia Freeman, Computer Science '98, Hughes Network Systems
• "Make sure that you schedule interviews only with companies you're
really interested in and research each one well to be prepared for the
interview."
Keith Splawn, Marketing '98, Wal-Mart
Each senior also emphasizes the importance of getting an early start
in the career planning process and applying for internships during your
sophomore year. Visit the Career Center on your campus, attend
employer presentations and participate in professional development workshops.
Take it from recent graduates: Don't wait until your senior year to plan
for your career.
Deborah G. Branch is Director of the Center for
Career Development at Morgan State University.
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