Mandatory Watching for Recent Grads: Ted Talks on “Graduation… Now What?”

   There are lots of great resources for recent grads. Among our favorites are a series of Ted Talks called "Graduation... Now What?"
June 24, 2014
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There are lots of great resources for recent grads. Among our favorites are a series of Ted Talks called “Graduation… Now What?“

 

Designed to help students deal with the irregularities and “normlessness” of adjusting to non-college life, this series of talks aims to outline methods and traits of successful transitions. Included among them are talks on lifelong learning, embracing grit, and falling in love with stress. 

 

These talks can be an invaluable resource for framing an approach to post-college life. If you need something to do after your entry-level job day or in between job applications, these videos are smart watches. Enjoy the enrichment.

 

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