Iowa State University Alumni Association

New Grad 101: What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do

What to do when you don't know what to do ... that is the question! Entrepreneur and all-around boss lady Kathleen Riessen ('04 advertising & accounting) will walk you through the simple process she uses with her executive clients to eliminate difficult work questions and move forward with confidence. At the end of this podcast, you'll have the tools you need to say, "I know what I should do!"

New Grad 101: Activating your Cyclone network

ISU Alumni Association president & CEO Jeff Johnson shares how new graduates can tap into the Cyclone network. Whether its looking for a job or connecting with alums in a new city, there are many ways to take advantage of your new grad digital membership!

New Grad 101: Paying off debt, properly using a credit card

Barb Wollan, a human sciences specialist in family well-being with Iowa State Extension and Outreach, gives you tips on how to understand different types of debt and the best ways to pay them off over time. Plus, tips on properly using a credit card and how to check your credit report each year.

New Grad 101: Setting financial goals

Barb Wollan, a human sciences specialist in family well-being with Iowa State Extension and Outreach, helps you identify financial goals to work toward. Plus, she will help you understand the difference between future goals and lifestyle goals.

New Grad 101: Making a realistic monthly spending plan

Barb Wollan, a human sciences specialist in family well-being with Iowa State Extension and Outreach, helps you take a clear-eyed look at your financial situation and make a realistic workable monthly spending plan.