Before I came to Booth I was warned of the dangers of overcommitting myself. Alumni and second year students alike advised that I know what I wanted, guard my time, and to be unafraid to say no, but to also open myself up to new experiences and say...
Transitioning from being a working professional to a full-time student can be a bit of a culture shock. It happens quickly and there is no way to prepare for it. Once admitted, some people decide to quit their jobs early and travel in anticipation...