Closed for Inventory on June 30, 2017

Jun 29, 2017

The Pioneer Bookshop will be closed for inventory on Friday, June 30.  It will open in the early afternoon that day, after the inventory has been completed. We apologize for any inconvenience…

Amy’s Journey

Hopes and Plans for the Future

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Next year, I will be a philosophy Ph.D. student at Rice University! 

Four years ago, a Ph.D. would have been beyond my wildest dreams. But with Grinnell’s reputation as a feeder school; its solid track record of placing students into accomplished graduate programs; and my professors’ words of encouragement, support, and advice, I am more than ready to take the next big leap in my life.

I am extremely grateful to have spent my time at a college that has empowered me as a human, student, and scholar. Amid any uncertainty, I’ve gained a healthy appreciation for going with the flow and trusting that I have the ability and the network to get back up.

I cannot wait to see what the future holds for me!

Nam’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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I’m looking for opportunities in software engineering and product management. And I am thinking of potentially pursuing an MBA at some point. I never intended to get an MBA, or to be honest, any higher degree, but the things that I was exposed to in the Student Government Association really changed my perspective on what I’m good at and what I should be doing with those skills.

If I have the time to volunteer, I’ll also carry my environmental interests forward in my life. Although I haven’t figured out a way to incorporate it into my career, I’ve become more environmentally conscious in my daily life, and it will continue to be an influential part of who I am. 

Right now, there’s a lot of uncertainty regarding the near future, and I’m still figuring a lot of things out, but I know Grinnell has prepared me well, and I’m ready to face any challenges ahead.

 

Mykenzie’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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I know I am not going to graduate school just yet. I love Grinnell very much, but I plan to take a break from being a student. There are some graduate school programs I’m considering — maybe speech-language pathology. I actually job shadowed a speech-language pathologist, and I really liked it. This was in a hospital, and we got to go onto the labor and delivery floor there. I enjoyed that the most. Maybe I’ll want to do something with that — working with new mothers. 

I like my admission job a lot and I live near a lot of colleges, so I could do something in college admission or nonprofit work. I did an internship last summer with an educational technology company, so I could potentially do something in that. 

I have a lot of options!

Ben’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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I’m trying not to put too much pressure on myself because I am confident in who I am as a person, as a writer, and as a communicator. At Grinnell, I’ve been equipped with a lot of skills that will make me successful, I’m sure. 

I’m also not expecting to find the perfect job right out of college. Nowadays, there’s not as much of an expectation to find a job or company out of college and stay there for the rest of your life. I don’t need this first job to be a lifelong commitment, but I want to learn. And it doesn’t have to be perfect.

In terms of the specifics, I’m pretty much an open book. I think I can do a lot of things. I think I am leaning a little bit more into the arts, media, communication side of things.

I’m just seeing what types of jobs are out there. Maybe I will decide that law school is the right call. But right now that’s not where I am. I’m trusting the process!

Maddie’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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I think I need a little break from school, so for me, it would likely be a job at first. Ultimately, I think I’d want to go to grad school, but I see myself in a job first. After two years at a job, I’d likely go on to grad school. 

I have a lot of diverse interests, and I’m not sure exactly what I’d want to go to grad school for yet. I think I’d like to take some time to work prior to figuring out what’s next so that I’m able to hone in on my interests a little bit more.

Hannah’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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Potentially, I could study sociology in grad school. I could also see myself studying public policy. I could see myself going into law. It depends. I always thought I’d go more the peace and conflict studies route — so international relations, international governance. But I took a class last semester with Karla Erickson called the Sociology of Robots and AI. I’ve been increasingly interested in this intersection between technological innovation and labor. How is AI and automation changing the nature of work itself? I could see myself going into tech and bringing a sociological-social science perspective to technological development and governance.

It is a slight pivot, but I think that’s also the beauty of Grinnell’s individually advised curriculum — you take a class and find something that piques your interest. And then it just totally changes your path in life. I think it definitely planted a seed that I’m hoping to cultivate in the future.

I plan to just keep exploring, keep figuring it out.

I think you live the liberal arts even after you leave Grinnell. There are a lot of uncertainties, but I think the liberal arts experience and the Grinnell experience makes you comfortable with the idea of exploring and feeling out things.

Sara’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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I’m applying for some jobs now. Law school is my long-term plan, but all the law schools I’m looking at will be there in two to three years if I decide to take some time to work first. I still haven’t made my mind up.

These are not easy decisions, but I know ultimately whatever path I take, it’s temporary. There’s room for pivoting. And, ultimately, I’m not going to make the wrong decision.

 

Alyson’s Journey

Looking Ahead

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Now, graduating early and looking at the world ahead of me, I feel supported in my journey so far. If you told 18-year-old me where I’d be at 21, I would not believe you. I would’ve called you crazy. But I’m very happy with where I’ve ended up. And I’m looking forward to what comes next!

Cooper’s Journey

Hopes and Plans for the Future

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In my last semester at Grinnell, I want to make the most of my time here with the people who mean so much to me. I want to appreciate every day, both the good and the hard.

Professionally, I want to continue doing research. I found my love for scientific research at Grinnell, and I am currently deciding whether I should pursue the passion in graduate school or in a full-time research position.

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