Major:  American Studies

Minor:  Speech Communications

Additional Degrees:  M.A. Counseling Psychology

Current Job Title:  Psychotherapist and Instructor

Organization:  Self-Employed, with a Contract Teaching Position at the University of Minnesota

Brief description of your job:  Counsel and teach individuals, couples and groups

Other job titles you have held:  

Coordinator Of Domestic Exchanges, U of M

Activities Coordinator, Keystone Resort

Personal Assistant

Teacher

How have you found these positions?  

Networking has always brought me the best, most interesting, satisfying work.

What skills from your degree do you use in your current work?  

reasoning, excellent communications: verbal and non verbal, critical thinking, ability to see the bigger picture and consider multiple viewpoints

What advice do you have for current students?  

Make relationships with teachers and staff who are interesting to you. They'll help you along. Think about what you really want to do and be. Explore your options. Ask for what you want; people will help.  Visit your career office often. Don't rush. Enjoy. Really enjoy.