Episode 59: Take Your Break and Take Charge of Your Future
From Major Choices by Indiana University Career Exploration & Student Employment
December 12, 2025 · 21 min · Season 7 · Episode 59
About this episode
The episode discusses how underclassmen can effectively use their time off to enhance their college experience and career readiness while allowing themselves to recharge.
In the semester finale of Major Choices, Mallory, Brayden, and Jed dive deep into how underclassmen can use time off to improve their college experience and career readiness, without sacrificing rest, fun, or sanity. From low-pressure career exploration to tiny projects that actually pay off, the trio breaks down simple, realistic ways to level up during break while still giving yourself permission to recharge. Whether you’re curled up on the couch, back in your hometown, or avoiding question...
Topics covered
- career exploration
- college experience
- time off
- self-improvement
Keywords
- break
- rest
- fun
- sanity
- projects
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