Pre-departure: The Elusive Job Hunt, Leaving The Nest

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1/10/24

First Semester Senior Year

09/22: Apply to Fulbright, send in job applications.

10/22: Send in job applications.

11/22: Send in job applications.

12/22: Send in job applications.

Second Semester Senior Year:

1/01/23: My dad taught me how to tie a tie. 

1/04/23: I fly to NY for a final round interview.

1/11/23: I receive the rejection letter.

1/28/23: I get named a Fulbright semi-finalist.

3/28/23: I am named a Fulbright Scholar! 

These are the sparknotes of my job hunt senior year. Like many college seniors, it was long, tedious, and at times frustrating. It also catalyzed a lot of self-reflection and "identity questioning" as I grappled with what mattered most to me, struggling to identify "what's next".

This is a time in my life riddled with unknowns, and I know it is supposed to be that way. There's no "right path", and as I figure it out piece by piece, I want to document it. To me, this year in Korea represents an opportunity to clarify my heritage, have many adventures, and learn more about myself as a person.

To be honest, I am really scared. So much has changed since I first got this award. So much will change while I am in Korea. At the same time, I am so excited. Who will I meet? What will I learn? How will I impact my students?

I'd love for you to come along this journey with me. I'll be posting weekly, and I would love to hear your thoughts, reactions, advice, or anything.