College Experiences That Helped a President of the Board at College School District Succeed
Peter's undergraduate success stemmed from cultivating "lasting relationships" with peers and engaging deeply with professors, attending office hours and even grabbing coffee, emphasizing the value of building a strong network and seeking mentorship. The experience also highlights the importance of getting involved in extracurricular activities to further expand one's network.
Networking, Mentorship, Leadership, Communication, Higher Education
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Peter Wright
President of the Board
College School District
Occidental College
MPA: University of Southern California; PhD: University of California, Santa Barbara
Political Science, American Studies
Education
Education
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Build lasting relationships with peers and professors.
2. Seek advice from your network.
3. Get involved on campus to expand your network and create lifelong friendships.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
It's all about the amazing people you get to be with in your undergraduate career. I've made some of my best friends, and these have been lasting relationships for decades. They've gone on to do amazing things.
I love following their careers and asking them for advice in my own career. They give great advice. My professors were also phenomenal.
I really encourage you to get to know your professors, whether through office hours, going in with great questions, having a great conversation, or going for coffee or lunch. Believe me, we love it when we get more time with really intelligent and hard-thinking students.
This is an incredible time. Get involved, join something, 'cause that's another way to meet incredible people that I guarantee will create lifelong friendships.