Psychology: Passion, Path, Plan – Grad School Prep Workshop

October 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

What is your passion? What are the options and possible paths to achieve your goals, and what is the best plan for you to make that happen? This workshop will help get you started thinking about this process as you consider the ways to achieve your best future. Led by Dr. Diane Alonso, Psychology Program Director.

Details

Date:: October 26
Time:: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Event Categories:: Current Students, Undergraduate, Virtual

Venue

: Virtual

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