Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills

Preparing for graduate school can be confusing as an undergraduate student when there are so many options and factors to consider. Four UConn alumni shared key points of advice for the process and factors of consideration when it comes to graduate school.

For Khadija Sana, accounting became a passion early on and has grown through meaningful experiences at UConn. From working with clients through the VITA program to learning from mentors across campus, she has developed the skills, discipline, and perspective needed for a successful career in the field.

For many Middle Eastern and North African students, finding a place on campus that provides resources for their individualized representation can be challenging. Here are a few strategies for creating those pockets of support at UConn.

In 2021, the Center for Career Development facilitated an Identity and Career Development survey. The primary focus of the research was identifying unique career experiences facing affinity groups, and ways in which the Career Center can provide support to each group.

Being a first-generation student comes with a challenging territory filled with questions and uncertainty. But, you are not alone in this experience, learn about Center for Career Development Intern Briana Phouadara’s experience as a first-generation student and how she overcame these challenges.