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The moments leading up to and after graduation can be exciting, worrying, happy, terrifying, or all of the above! This guide was crafted to provide resources to answer a myriad of concerns you might have about life after graduation.

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Congratulations!

You have just successfully graduated...or...are about to successfully graduate, but how do you navigate post-grad life? You probably have questions and luckily this guide was created to help you find the resources to answer some of those questions! 

 

Questions like: 

  • How do I get a job? 
  • Is Grad School right for me? 
  • Finances...what even is a mortgage? 

 

Taking small steps and arming yourself with knowledge will make this transition to post-grad life a little smoother and a lot more successful. You got this and congrats! 

Wait...I Haven't Graduated Yet!

 

Graduation is a hectic time! Not only are you preparing for your final classes, figuring out what to do after graduation, you also need to ensure you have fulfilled all the requirements to graduate. Here are a few resources to bookmark for important dates, documents, and information: 

 

 
For questions about degree requirements and diplomas, contact diplomas@utk.edu.

Skills to Thrive After Graduation

 

 

In April, Pendergrass Library held a workshop series called Lunch, Learn, & Launch. Each session featured experts teaching upcoming grads important life skills to better prepare for the major changes leaving school presents. Here are the recording from that event: 

 

Healthy Lifestyle with Tatyana Kimble, Dietitian | Vol Dining

Personal Finances with Dr. Ann Allgood Berry | Family & Consumer Sciences

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Resource Management with Dr. Christopher Sneed | Family & Consumer Sciences

 

 

Maintaining Mental Health After Graduation with Dr. Bob DuBois | Psychology