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50 things to do before you leave university
写在毕业之际（抱歉各位兄弟姐妹，终于更新了）
Your university years are an opportunity to find your passions,
your purpose, your alcohol tolerance - and maybe even a career
path. As such, there are a number of experiences that every student
should tick off before they graduate. Not all will land you a dream
job of course, but they are just as enriching. Anna Gosline
describes these must-dos, from writing your CV to slightly less
worthy achievements like hugging a professor.
1 Spend at least one week researching your career
Do you want to use your biology degree in a laboratory? Do you
want to use your chemical know-how to teach kids? Or do you want to
forget the specifics - like 45 per cent of graduates - and head for
something totally different, like finance? It may seem obvious, but
you'll never win your dream job until you answer these fundamental
questions, and are honest with yourself about the skills you have,
the skills you'd like to use and the skills you need to develop,
says Elspeth Farrar, director of the Careers Advisory Service at
Imperial College London. Lots of people fret about their career
decisions without scouring any job ads, reading any careers advice
or checking any websites. Put the legwork in, and you'll fret no
一整星期都干这个会厌吧。。。要说时间加起来的话还行。
2 Send off a job application
Practice makes perfect, they say, so why not try your hand at a
few before the real crunch time arrives.
相信都干过。
3 Work on your CV
Boring, but it has to be done, and aeons before you graduate.
Some careers advisers suggest that you start by compiling your
"fantasy" CV - it will let you see where the holes are. More
important is to include absolutely every relevant bit of work,
activities or voluntary work you've done, says Heather Collier of
the National Council for Work Experience. It all counts.
没做过也难。
4 Hand in an assignment a week early
You'll be amazed at the feeling.
恩。。。我也想，但照这个进度。。。
5 Visit every library on campus
And learn, once and for all, how to locate books and journal
articles from the library database. If that sounds too much like
hard work, have a picnic with some friends in a dark corner. Choose
your section wisely to avoid discovery: the area
given to scientific journals more than 40 years old is usually a
看来不是好学生，谁陪我哪天去？
6 Star in a play
Apart from the glory and attention, think of the benefits to
your interviewing skills: speaking under pressure,
the ability to improvise and to appear calm in any situation. The
cast parties are usually a bit of a whirl, too.
俺中学时是演过的不知道算不。
7 Attend a careers fair
Sure, there is so much information and so many companies that
you are liable to leave the fair with nothing more than a head
spin, but they do often give away some decent swag - from
stationery to breath-mint dispensers. And who knows, maybe you'll
find your dream job.
但愿我不要再参加了。
8 Attend a history lecture
Or any other subject that's not your own. They say university is
about broadening the mind, so look interested and take lots of
notes. Who knows, you might decide that your degree was the wrong
choice, and you'd be better placed studying ancient Chinese
porcelain.
谁想听计算机科学的lecture可以找我，当然欢迎其他系的同学有有趣的lecture联系我。
9 Do something stupid for charity
Stay awake for 48 hours watching every single James Bond film
back-to-back, abseil down a very large building, or spend the
afternoon in a bath full of baked beans. Apart from the fact that
you're doing your bit for the less fortunate, getting involved with
your university's RAG (raising and giving) organisation looks great
on your CV.
上次确实看到有穿裙子募捐的广告，可惜了。。。
10 Fall madly in love
And of course, get your heart broken. It's a learning
experience. Especially when you have lectures with the object of
your affection every day.
罗曼史就别发在网上了，但愿大家都让竞争对手heart
11 Pull pints
Working at the student bar is a great way to meet people, make
some money and become the most popular person in the room.
Employers also value this work experience: you have
to work with customers, hone interpersonal skills via other bar
staff, and handle sums of money. How very responsible of you.
一室友已经把msn签名改成了“manchester united bar
12 Take a course or alternative module
Heck, you might even learn something new. Plus it shows you are
well-rounded and flexible, have varied interests and are open to
new ideas - very desirable employee traits.
我想起了修过的一门课，Computational
Biology，不知所云...
13 Try out for the University Challenge team
You might never get another chance to make a fool of yourself on
national TV - like student Tareq El Menabawey from the University
of Newcastle. When Jeremy Paxman asked for the name of an exotic
yellow-tailed bird from South America, Tareq buzzed in, panicked
and blurted out "budgie". "Jeremy Paxman was not impressed, and
repeated the words 'budgie? budgie?' back at me," he says. Apart
from the nightmares, he laughs about it now.
这个应该会是有趣的经历。
14 Argue with an arts student
Everyone thinks their subject is the only one worth studying,
and the Arts vs Science feud has been running for years. Here's
something new you can throw back at 'em: science
and engineering graduates have a leg-up in the job market because
of their extra skills, says Farrar. For example, numeracy is a real
boon for some employers, and you don't get that studying
我是Science,来过招吧...
15 Join a society
Sign up to as many as you have time for, whether it's the
whisky-tasting club or the knitting fraternity. Prospective bosses
love to see students richly involved in their university
communities. It speaks of dynamic, motivated people with good
interpersonal skills. Varied activities also give you something a
little extra to talk about during interviews - remember that
employers want enthusiasm and commitment.
我应该自动加入了Chinese Society。
16 Consider never leaving
We don't mean squatting in the halls during summer break, but
staying on to study for a master's or PhD. If your subject excites
you and you fancy a challenge, then this is definitely worth some
careful thought. Please don't stay on simply to tick off all the
things on this list, however.
已经算是加刑一年了，但愿能无罪释放。
Or better, run for an elected position. Nothing says leadership
more than a role deciding the fate of fellow students. Employers
love leaders.
本科时学校里投过人大代表的票。我也成功当选过班干部，可惜候选人只有我一个。
18 Attend a protest
You can't call yourself a real student until you've taken up
paint and poster board in the fight for crispier crisps, cheaper
pints, or whatever else is going on.
美女可以不穿衣服当街抗议穿戴动物皮毛，我可没资格。
19 Hug a professor
Simply getting to know one will suffice, though. Everyone knows
at least one professor who inspired or encouraged them. They can
become an invaluable mentor, show you career opportunities you
wouldn't have imagined, and of course, write you fantastic
references. It's worth putting in the time to build a relationship
with that person. Remember, though, not all professors like a
遗憾，导师还是reader，虽然他是group
leader...不然谁要抱导师的话哪天叫上我？
20 Discover a local band
They might never turn out to be Coldplay, but if they did,
imagine the pure smug joy in five years' time of
saying: "Yes, they're pretty good aren't they? I
saw them back in '07 at the student union."
羽泉可不是那么好发现的。
21 Get some work experience
Careers advisers say that this is the most important activity
you can do while at university. Employers are always on the lookout
for graduates with practical skills, and work experience is the
best way to make your CV shine. In many scientific jobs, relevant
work experience is simply a must - you need to prove you know your
way around a lab bench, field site or database. Companies offer
placements during university holidays, so you have plenty of
opportunities. When on the placement, keep a log of all the tasks
you've done and the skills you develop - it will help when it comes
to CV-writing later.
这也是应该的。
22 Speak at a debate
Apart from making you think twice before saying anything
ridiculous and unsupportable in public ever again, addressing an
audience is an important part of many jobs. If you can engage a
bunch of rowdy students then you'll have no problems with a future
client or your boss.
还是”以和为贵“好...
23 Teach science to kids
Universities nationwide have set up programmes with local
schools to get undergraduates into classrooms. It's a boon for the
kids and great for you too. Teaching experience looks great on your
CV, plus it gives you a taster of the profession
只怕学的那点science，只剩了求解斜面小车的那点才干。
24 Take your parents to the pub
Let them see the new, grown-up you. Choose the location
carefully, though, mama and papa are unlikely to enjoy your local
nightclub, however much you love it.
这是个好建议。
25 Write a blog
Daily writing will improve your communication skills, which is a
must in the working world, and can sometimes be lacking in science
and engineering graduates. Science-based blogs are also a great way
to network across the internet, giving you a new view into careers
and potential employers. It might even get you a job. However, it's
worth considering what you share with the world - ask yourself
whether you would want prospective bosses to read your musings,
especially if they are mainly about the joys of
procrastination.
我正在做这个呢。
26 Try a job shadow
Job-shadowing is an increasingly popular option for students who
want to get a taste of a career before committing. Usually it's
only a short-term, unpaid placement, but it provides insight into
the work, culture and environment of a company without actually
getting stuck in it. It's also valuable networking time.
西方教育制度挺健全。
27 Wear your pyjamas to a lecture
One of the great disappointments at the start of a science
degree comes when you discover just how many 9 am lectures you have
compared with arts students. So it's OK to do this once, even if
you cheat and wear the pyjamas under your clothes. But don't fall
asleep - that would be rude.
虽然看到有人干过，自己还是干不出。
28 Flip burgers
Soon you'll be an oh-so-qualified bachelor, master or doctor,
and never again will you have to slog away for cash during your
summer holidays. In the meantime, take a menial job just so you can
brag to your kids that you had it tough when you were young. Forget
working for a multinational burger chain, however. The smart
student makes their summer cash in a burger van at an outdoor
festival like Glastonbury. Your kids will never need to know you
had fun doing it.
恩，burger king刚刚登陆中国。
29 Buy a suit
Yes we know that you just adore those hole-ridden jeans and
super-comfortable trainers, but they aren't exactly interview
material, are they? First impressions in the interview room may be
the most important ones you get to make, and dressing sloppily is a
common mistake. Show employers that you are serious, professional
and competent. Invest now and buy a good quality, classically
you might regret the giant lapels and fuchsia
stripes in a few years.
带的这套我还没穿过。
30 Visit the careers office
Careers advisers are the people who know their way around work
placements, job vacancies and CV-writing, so you should tap all of
their know-how while you still have access to it.
宿舍对面，出门就是。
31 Become excessively pretentious
It happens to all of us at least once, so don't worry. If,
however, there are signs of permanent damage, seek help
immediately.
意识形态的东西，太深奥...
32 Organise something
Your university years are the prime time to put on an event,
whether it's a party, rally, conference or comedy night. In
addition to all the fun, accolades and free entry, event planning
on any scale shows off teamwork, problem solving and organisational
skills - three of the top sought-after traits in potential
employees, according to the Association of Graduate Recruiters.
I am trying to organize myself.
33 Throw a proper dinner party
For a true challenge, you have to invite more than 10 people,
and cook food that requires a recipe.
只要能找到大厨...
34 Volunteer
Donating your time and skills to any organisation is a great way
to network, make friends and gain valuable real-world experience.
For many jobs, appropriate volunteer work is just as good as the
paid stuff.
希望是paid as good as the paid
35 Be a culture vulture
Once fully ensconced in the 9 to 5 working world, you won't have
time to visit museums, galleries and impressive buildings between
lectures. So take the opportunity to enjoy your local treasures,
without the crowds.
下一站，Manchester Museum...
36 Join a sports team
In case you were wondering, pool and table tennis do count.
为了能踢上球，我签约过排名垫底的球队参加过曼彻斯特超级联赛。
37 Start a business
Employers adore the entrepreneurial spirit - it shows off those
top desirable traits of independence, motivation and creative
thinking. Not to mention you could make some serious money in the
process. Many universities host entrepreneurial competitions with
cash prizes, and they also offer useful advice, access to mentors
and skill-building for starting up your own business.
正如一同学语：找不到工作，只能自己开公司了...那我以后还是摆摆地摊吧。
38 Live out
Living in halls has all the perks of home - meals at set times
and no gas bills - but the flatmates tend to be a lot more fun than
your parents. However, any student should live out
eventually: it offers a fabulous taste of
independence. Make sure to have at least one blazing row about who
buys the milk and washes the dishes.
一室友常说“我们可以睡在club"。
39 Make 100 friends
You could do this via any of the traditional pub or
extra-curricular methods listed so far, or even with bribery if
you're desperate. But for a more 21st-century approach, there's
social networking site Facebook. It's easy if you try (and are
prepared to stretch the definition of friendship). Share the
不喜欢这些social networking的网站。
40 Buy a piece of university clothing
You just can't leave university without a little bit of fleecy
cotton comfort to remind you of the good old days. But please, wear
it judiciously (see "Buy a suit", No. 29). When you step outside
the campus borders it will become deeply unfashionable. Sunday
papers and park football only.
41 Go to the zoo
There's bound to be one nearby. You'll develop a new
appreciation for animal behaviour in captivity - it's not too much
like the working world, honest.
好久没看到熊猫了。
42 Subscribe to a magazine
Or get a daily newspaper delivered. Even though you are up to
your eyeballs in assigned reading, try to absorb current affairs as
often as possible, especially if it is relevant to your chosen
career path. Every employer wants to hire sharp, worldly workers
who have a wider sense of the environment in which they work. A
subscription to Heat magazine doesn't count, unless you plan to
join the paparazzi, of course.
呵呵，多看看在国内看不到的magazine
43 Collect &50 in loose change
Fill a big pot with with the pennies: it may
come in useful. As soon as you graduate, student loan payments
start eating into your pay cheque, the council chases you for tax
and the friendly bank manager who bestowed an interest-free
overdraft on you will want their pound of flesh. Wouldn't it be
fantastic to hand over &1000 worth of coppers instead?
买个存钱罐是个好主意，但愿买这个罐花的钱不要比存的硬币还多。
44 Take a sandwich year
Many students, in engineering or biochemistry, for instance,
take a year out halfway to work in industry. You graduate behind
most of your friends, but the opportunity to work in your field can
be a boon later on: the skills you'll pick up are
gold dust for your CV, plus you may impress the employer enough to
win a permanent job. Students who take a year out also tend to
perform significantly better in their degree exams, says Collier.
Even if it doesn't come as a standard part of your course, many
departments will support you taking a year out midway - though
you'll have to do more legwork to find a position.
在中国这个应该叫什么？
45 Go to a fancy-dress ball
Discover new levels of exhibitionism and creativity by making a
first-class costume. Bonus points if it involves flashing lights
and a car battery.
fancy!好名字
46 Brighten up your department
Erlenmeyer flasks make for surprisingly attractive vases, and
dreary lab benches will often benefit from a tasteful throw.
Dreary lab...
47 Find religion
And/or lose it.
To be honest, Some thoughts in Buddhism
are really helpful, I also read something about Taoism, quite nice.
Don't know much about Christianism and Islam.
48 Find a job
The dream scenario is to go straight into a job out of
university, and many of the early birds achieve this. Don't panic
if you feel left behind, though. Most science graduates find
employment pretty quickly: the 2005 unemployment
rate six months after graduation was just 6.2 per cent. Few win
their dream job at the first try and with over 40 years of working
life ahead of you, there's plenty of time to get on a career path
that makes you happy.
确实是当务之急，难道这就是所谓的Independent
& Responsibility...?
49 Give up drinking (twice)
Most effectively done with your head actually inside a toilet
bowl. Shame on you.
Faint! I am allergic to
50 Open your mind
Knowing whether you've achieved this depends on your point of
view: for some it's about psychedelic substances or
"finding yourself", for others it's simply about changing their
brand of cereal. So with this in mind, all we'd stress is that you
at least open up to the career potential of your degree. Many
people come to university so focused on academic study that they
fail to see the broad category of jobs that their education
prepares them for, says Farrar. A science or engineering degree
qualifies you for more than you might think, and there's no telling
where it could take you.
好了，感谢所有有耐心看到这里的朋友，但愿佛祖，道，耶稣和真主保佑你毕业顺利，毕完业也顺利，还没毕业的和早就毕业了的也顺利！
Anna Gosline is an editor of online science magazine
以上网友发言只代表其个人观点，不代表新浪网的观点或立场。}