My advice to WIU students is to work hard and be dedicated to whatever your future holds. Passion and perseverance go a long way when working to achieve your dreams.

— Allison Farrell

I would tell students to never stop learning; you never know when your education efforts and experiences will position you toward a life-changing career. It takes continuous learning and communication skills to separate you from someone else. Having the willingness to learn is important and graduation is only the beginning.

— Dwight Berryman

One piece of advice I would give current WIU students is to be courageous. Try something new and be open to new experiences, challenges and ideas. No one is immediately successful at everything they try, but through struggle, you experience the most growth.

— Sara Russell

One piece of advice I would give a current WIU student is to take advantage of the networking opportunities provided by WIU. The RPTA program hosted a mentorship program that I participated in, and it truly gave my career a jump start. Seek out your own mentor who can be a support system as you transition from college to career. In addition, get to know the Quad Cities community while you are here; it is filled with great organizations, businesses and experiences.

— Micaela Booth