Unexpected
Outcomes
CBHS alumni prove there are many paths to a life well lived after graduation by Patsy Weiler
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n graduation day, most students have two things in mind—making it across the stage without tripping and finding a good job. A lot of hard work goes into earning a college diploma, and it is an achievement to be proud of. Sometimes, though, the envisioned road to success takes an unplanned turn that leads to new challenges and fresh opportunities. The positive outcomes that result from meeting these head on are noticed and appreciated in the “real world.” In fact, a recent report published by the Association of American Colleges and Universities entitled “It Takes More Than a Major,” found that 93% of business and nonprofit leaders
nationwide believe a “demonstrated capacity to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems” is “more important” than a job candidate’s undergraduate major. Daring to reach for the brass ring and live life to its fullest, a group of MTSU alumni from the CBHS recently shared their stories with us. We discovered, without exception, the individuals all had in common the True Blue traits of never giving up and a desire to contribute to the betterment of those around them. Diverse, innovative, and talented, these alumni are living examples of how an MTSU education can help one achieve unexpected outcomes.
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