As seniors anxiously struggle through their finals days before graduation in May, three seniors offered advice and talked about their futures.

Olivia Forrester, a communication major minoring in Spanish, hopes to obtain a summer internship that will lead to full-time employment.

“I am so excited to graduate. I cannot believe it is finally here. I plan on going back to school for my master’s, so it does not feel like the end to me.”

Forrester offers advice to students who will be graduating next year.

“Do not give up! Stay on top of your credits and go see your adviser before it’s crunch time.”

Zachary Malcer, communication major with a concentration in public relations and a minor in psychology, will also be graduating in May.

“After graduation I plan on moving back down to Florida permanently and working for Disney. I’m reapplying to the Disney College Program and hope to be back working there soon after graduation.”

Malcer says that he is definitely excited and anxious to finish college.

“I am also nervous about entering the adult world. It’s definitely intimidating and nerve-wracking.”

His advice is to apply for internships and jobs in your degree field, and make sure to celebrate your small accomplishments. 

“Without the little things we wouldn’t have all the pieces to the bigger picture.”

Katherine Evelyn Kester will be receiving a degree in behavioral sciences and a minor in psychology.

After graduation, Katherine plans to become a social worker, and ultimately get her masters and become a school counselor/social worker.

 “I am beyond thrilled to be graduating because I can finally get started with the career that I have worked so hard toward.”

“My advice for those graduating is to not be scared about their future and to enjoy their last year ,and embrace all the knowledge there is to be gained. Plus, chances are, most of our degrees still require a Masters, so you’ll be back in school before you know it!”

Daniel Wilbur is an associate professor of communication and health studies, and has attended most of the recent graduations at the Westville campus.

Wilbur said he is always tempted to flunk his students so they can’t graduate.

“Our majors are a tight bunch, and we form relationships and bonds, and then all of sudden they are graduated and it’s sad.”

He also suggested to not think of the first job you get out of college as your career for life-look at it as an opportunity instead.