George Kaparis ’27 speaks with Patty Acosta ’27 about her experience in Endeavor — Boston College’s three-day career exploration program. Patty shares how the program clarified what a sociology degree can lead to, the moment that convinced her to pursue an internship, and the simple but powerful lessons alumni passed on about career paths not being linear. If you’re unsure about your major, curious how to turn curiosity into connections, or want practical next steps for getting internships, Patty’s story is a helpful, encouraging roadmap. 0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ‘27. 0:18 | Introduction to Patty Acosta ’27. 0:36 | What is the Endeavor program and why did you register? 1:05 | How Endeavor gives access to alumni, panels, and company treks. 1:42 | How does the program compare to other Career Center offerings? 2:10 | Patty’s internship story — turning a trek visit into an internship. 2:45 | Was there a moment that shifted your thinking about your major/future? 4:27 | Biggest takeaway: don’t be afraid to reach out — alumni want to help. 5:13 | What advice would you give someone debating whether to apply to Endeavor? 5:53 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College ! Stay tuned for the latest updates on Discover Boston College , a Boston College Student Affairs and D100 Media podcast. Have an idea for this podcast? Text D100 Radio on Messages or email
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