Realistically, the world of work is competitive and demanding. Unfortunately, possessing the requirements that employers want from graduates can be a tedious process to getting hired. What can help? Mentorship Graduates network with industry experts who offer career advice, techniques for searching for a suitable job, interview tips, and strategies for adjusting to the...
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It’s 13:15 in my residence at Stellenbosch University on a rainy winter’s day. My next class is at 14:00, about a 10-minute walk in the cold and rain. As I pour myself a cup of coffee in my cozy room, my next-door neighbor (who happens to be in my class as well) bursts in...
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Imagine not having the language you communicate with every day? Sadly, multitudes of first nations people have lost touch with their original languages. Why is the current focus on the experience of first nations across many countries important? One of the key reasons is that language is more than a way of communicating; it...
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Fulfillment. The ultimate goal of the average person is fulfillment, and contentment, to feel that they belong somewhere and improve upon a space. But what happens if this contentment comes in a way you didn’t expect? How do you manage the mixed feelings of elation and guilt at finding your niche in an unexpected...
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The world of careers is changing. When I realized early in my career that significant changes were taking place in the world of work, I decided that I was not going to be passive. I decided to look for opportunities to take charge of my career and direct it towards my vision and values....
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Setting a target we aspire to reach is normal and easy for most of us. I love walking because it distresses me, it’s outdoors and is a cheap, enjoyable exercise. Today I walked 10km to the City Beach. I woke up just before 6 am, was on the road at about 6:15 am, and...
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Great news! You’ve just received word that you’ve been chosen for a leadership position within your firm. You’ve worked hard, and you deserve this promotion. Now is your opportunity to demonstrate that you can significantly contribute to the company in a leadership role. However, as your initial euphoria begins to wane, you begin to...
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As a graduate student, consuming new ideas for research is essential for progression in a master’s or doctoral program. While information gathering in research can seem straightforward, many find it more challenging to navigate how to communicate research ideas to others. Imagine yourself as a graduate researcher tasked to review submitted graduate coursework, observing...
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that people diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, diabetes, and obesity are at an increased risk of contracting severe COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked an explosion of reported health statistics and increased health promotion campaigns centered around vaccinations,...
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The cliché “it all starts with you” comes with a profound personal truth – you have to find your voice first before you think of voicing any idea or group of people representatively. If you’re thinking of doing any leadership or activism, understand that you will only make an impact if your voice is...
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