Graduation Reflections: Stories About Student Success and Life After College

Graduation season always makes me reflective. In this first short solo episode from my new Making Life Work series, I share some thoughts from commencement weekend at Texas State University. The stories unfolding behind every graduate walking across the stage — stories about growth, creativity, and figuring out what comes next. Our students have experience in journalism and storytelling projects, student media, internships, national competitions, and education abroad courses. I also reflect on my own unexpected journey from journalism and public relations into higher education. This episode also features remarks from Texas State University President Kelly Damphousse recognizing graduates, mentors, faculty, family members, and the support systems that help students move forward. In this Episode Graduation and personal growth Student success and storytelling Internships, study abroad, and leadership experiences Reinvention, uncertainty, and career journeys Thanks for listening to Stories of Change & Creativity — documenting growth and making life work, one story at a time. Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What’s Next Hosted by Judy Oskam Navigating a change or wondering what comes next? Hear real stories from people who have faced unexpected turns, made important choices, and figured things out along the way. A little wisdom to help you find your own way forward. Explore more at StoriesofChangePodcast.com .