University of Pittsburgh Panther Leadership Summit Presentation

Full-time Employee and Graduate Student: The Struggle is Real

This presentation explores the unique challenges and benefits faced by individuals who work full-time while pursuing graduate education. Drawing from personal experience, it highlights key advantages such as financial stability, employer-supported tuition assistance, immediate application of coursework to professional projects, and enhanced career advancement opportunities. The presentation also acknowledges the difficulties of managing time, maintaining academic performance, and balancing social and personal life. It concludes with practical encouragement and a call for peer discussion to share strategies for success.