Like many African college applicants, studying abroad meant three places to me: the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. Australia, China, Japan, and Paris were plan Ds and Zs. I'm not saying there's anything wrong with that. But I am...
The Best Tips for Finding a Mentor as a Student or Recent Graduate
Finding a mentor as a student or recent graduate is one of the best moves you can make as you launch your professional career. Effective mentorship can help you land internship and job opportunities, get promotions at work, and even lead to better...
Getting the Most Out of Mentorship Experience as a College Student or Recent Graduate
Having mentors to guide you through your as you make crucial decisions is one of the best things you can do during your studies abroad and as you launch your career. Mentors use their wealth of experience to help their mentees anticipate and...
The Importance of Having a Mentor for Career Success
Having a mentor is one of the best things you can do for your short-term and long-term career success. Whether you’re in college, beginning your...
How to Find the Right Mentor for International Studies
You’d like to study abroad. Luckily, there’s plenty of information online on selecting universities, majors, and applying for student visas....
Mentor Perspectives: Dancan Onyango, Part 3
Lesson 5: Do not allow the undue influence of others to override your ambitions. In my final year of graduate school, I struggled to decide which...
Mentor Perspectives: Dancan Onyango, Part 2
Lesson 1: You Cannot Be What You Cannot See I got my first glimpse into mentoring while I was a graduate student at Babson. The college’s faculty...
Mentor Perspectives: Dancan Onyango, Part 1
My name is Dancan Onyango and I’m Kenyan by birth. I recently moved to California after spending over 3 years in the Greater Boston area. I am part...
Meet 8B Mentor Florian Weidinger
Florian Weidinger is an investment management business leader and an 8B Mentor. Learn more about our mentoring program here.
Meet 8B Mentor Dr. Rebecca Maina
Dr. Rebecca Maina is an accomplished Senior Lecturer in Law and an 8B Mentor. Want to learn more about our mentors? Visit our mentorship program...
How to Remain Globally Connected After Returning Home from Study Abroad
Returning home after your studies abroad is exciting. You get to reconnect with your family and friends and might even get a chance to contribute...
Networking Tips for African Students Studying Abroad
Networking is a common buzzword. But what exactly is it and why does it matter to African students who are studying abroad? Keep reading to find...
Ambitious African Students: Meet Nifasha Rusibamayila
Meet Nifasha Rusibamayila. She graduated from Boston University with a Masters of Public Health in May 2020. She shares her experience navigating...
Ambitious African Students: Meet Dancan Onyango
8B Scholar Dancan Onyango is a recent graduate of Babson College’s Olin Graduate School of Business. Originally from Kenya and currently residing in...
