Meet Campus to Corporate

Hello and welcome to Campus to Corporate!

We’re so excited to have you join us as we navigate this big transition from college life to full-time jobs after graduation in May. Whether you’re getting ready to start college, currently pulling all-nighters for school, stepping into the world of 9-to-5s, or simply going through a milestone transition in your life, this blog is your go-to space for relatable advice, fun laughs, and a whole lot of reflection.

So, what’s Campus to Corporate all about and why should you read what we have to say? This blog started as an idea over one of the many random texts we sent to each other as we reflected on our past existential crises about our future and chaotic college lives. We realized we weren’t alone in navigating these big transitions, and that’s how Campus to Corporate was born—our way of sharing the laughs, lessons, and the ‘figuring-it-out’ moments. Simply put, it’s about the journey—the highs, the lows, and all the experiences in-betweens. Whether you’re balancing 19 credit hours with 2 a.m. Cookout runs or figuring out what to do after graduation, we’ve got you covered. We hope to share tips, tricks, and personal stories that resonate with you, no matter where you are on your path. 

To make the most of Campus to Corporate, we (Dawson and Saanvikha, your trusty co-founders) have broken it down into five key themes that reflect the journey. Here’s what you can expect to see:

1. Campus Adventures: Think undergrad survival guide—everything from academic struggles, building lifelong friendships, studying abroad, conducting research, and extracurricular opportunities while in school. We’ve been through it all whether it was consistently being in the library until 4 AM or curating senior year bucket lists.
2. Corporate Beginnings: Ever wondered what starting a “big boy/girl job” feels like? We’ll talk about navigating the workforce, chasing career goals, and embracing those “What do I even put on my LinkedIn?” moments. This section will also give a glimpse into the world of the diverse careers and opportunities out there. 
3. Life in Motion: “Balance” is a word you hear an unnecessary amount of times in college, but what does it entail and how do you even achieve it? Find out how we continue to figure out what balance is to us with stories about personal growth, hobbies, and work-life transitions during and after college. 
4. Food & Fun: Because what’s life without good (and with us, usually expensive) food and unforgettable memories? From hidden gems on campus to bougie eats in the corporate world, and of course our favorite travel spots and weekend adventures! 
5. Money & Milestones: The finance talk is one some of us might dread. A 401K, Roth IRA, this all feels like a random string of letters and numbers that you know are supposedly important but you have no idea what they mean. This will be our platform to talk about finances, budgeting, and also celebrating big wins and milestones for us.

What’s the mission here at Campus to Corporate? To inspire, inform, and entertain. This blog was born out of a joint desire to share our lives. Whether you’re here for the tips, the laughs, to read our failures, or just to see us attempt to “adult” (whatever that means), we’re thrilled to have you. 

No matter what field you’re in: science, business, arts, or anything in between, or wherever you are in your journey, we’re here to make this space as relatable and inclusive as possible. As our close friends know, we LOVE to talk (usually too much). If you have ideas, questions, or topics you’d like us to explore, please reach out! 

We hope to grow, adapt, and expand this blog in whatever way is most helpful and interesting to all of you. This is as much your journey as it is ours, and we can’t wait to build this community with you. Also, shameless plug, for the latest updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and even sneak peeks into future posts follow us on Instagram @camptocorpblog!

So, grab your coffee, boba, tea, Alani, (or for Dawson, lemon water), and let’s get to it. Stay tuned–it’s going to be a fun ride with us on Campus to Corporate!