Heading home for the break? This November we’re focusing on how to talk about all the cool stuff you’ve been up to in college—whether it’s classes, internships, or campus involvement.
- Talk About What You’re Learning: Share the awesome things you’ve been doing in class, clubs, or internships. Make it relatable by connecting what you’re studying to everyday situations.
- Starter: “In my [class/club/internship], I’ve been working on [describe a project or skill]. It’s been super interesting because it’s helping me understand [relate it to something familiar or useful].”
- Celebrate Your Wins: Whether you’ve tackled tough projects, hit personal milestones, or nailed an internship, don’t forget to share your progress. Your friends and family want to cheer you on!
- Starter: “Something I’m proud of this semester is [name an achievement]. It was a challenge, but I learned a lot about [what you gained] and pushed myself.”
- Perfect Your ‘College Story’ Pitch: Just like in an interview, having a go-to way of talking about your college experience can help. Summarize your involvement in clubs, internships, or research to show how it’s setting you up for success.
- Starter: “This year, I’ve been part of [describe an activity]. It’s been a great way to build skills like [name the skills], which I know will come in handy for [describe your future goals].”