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Life After Graduation: Dreams, Doubts and the Journey into the Real World


By JERIDAH OGANGA

Graduation is often celebrated as the beginning of a promising future, but for many young graduates, the journey that follows can be uncertain and challenging. While a university degree has long been viewed as a pathway to stable employment, the modern job market presents increasing competition and limited opportunities for fresh graduates.
A university graduation marks a turning point in one's career path. To some it, can be fulfilling while for others, clouds of uncertainties and shrinking opportunities hover for years.|FILE

Many graduates spend months or even years searching for their first job, often facing repeated rejections and the challenge of lacking professional experience. As a result, some turn to alternative paths such as entrepreneurship, internships, freelancing, and digital work to build their careers.

Despite these challenges, life after graduation remains a period of growth and self-discovery. Through persistence, continuous learning, and support from family and mentors, graduates gradually develop the skills and resilience needed to shape their futures.

Ultimately, the transition from campus life to the professional world is not just about securing employment, but about navigating challenges, exploring opportunities, and building a meaningful career over time.

The Writer is a Second Year Student at Chuka University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies




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