Grad School Fair for the Public Good

Idealist.org has just released their annual schedule of Graduate School Fairs for the Public Good. This fair is for individuals who are interested in pursuing an advanced degree in the humanity sector.

I wasn't aware of this fair last year while I was going through the application process, but I wish I had. This is a perfect opportunity for those who want to learn more about the admissions process, have a chance to chat with graduate admissions reps, as well as receive professional development advice. Admission to the event is free. Click HERE to sign up.

Details for the Los Angeles Event:

November 2, 2010, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Kyoto Grand Hotel, Golden Ballroom, 2nd Floor

120 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA

List of other cities can be found HERE. Thanks Michigan Girl Cafe for the info!

Transitioning from the Corporate to the Humanity Sector

Next Thursday will be my last official day working for Corporate America.  It will also be my last official day receiving a paycheck for a while, but nevertheless, I am ecstatic. 

When I was only toying with the idea of going back to school, it was a simple phrase my manager used to say that gave me the kick in the butt I needed to apply for a Master's in Social Work. 

"We're not saving lives people!" she would remark, after a particularly stressful conference call or meeting. "We're just selling movies!" She was right, and I couldn't ignore it any longer. 

Others might think I'm nuts to leave a stable job in the entertainment industry, go back to grad school, and probably earn less money than I do now. But for me (and yes, I am about to use a double negative), obtaining my Master's in Social Work is something I can't not do.

Next Thursday is the day I finally cross over from the Corporate to the Humanity Sector... the day where I finally stop striving for work-life balance, and start creating work-life alignment. What does this mean? For me, it means going home at the end of the day knowing that I tried to make someone's life just a little bit easier.

Photo Credit: Escape From Corporate