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Year: 2015

“Follow Your Passion” is Bad Advice

Posted on September 18, 2015

Passion is a side effect, not a starting point.

Posted in Exploring Careers

Six Reasons Why Your College Major Doesn’t Matter

Posted on August 12, 2015

Instead of focusing solely on your major, use your college years to figure out who you are, gain skills, and build your network.

Posted in Choosing a Major

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