"15 Things a college graduate should know, be able to do, and value?"

Communication is important throughout college. Proper communication skills are needed in the work place, in the classroom, and when one is hanging out with friends.

College graduates should know they can do many things with their education. They do not have to stick with what the sheet of paper says!

Building a network with other professionals in the field is very important as a young professional starting out! The saying holds true it is not always what you know, it is who you know!

With institutions and governments wanting better job placement for college graduates many institutions are preparing students for interviews. More often than not college graduates have had some kind of training in this area. Keep practicing your interview skills; I know you want a job!

I know most college graduates have been part of group projects before...well the workplace is no different! Teamwork makes the dream work!

Meeting people outside of the office is important for that work/life balance. Everyone needs to have some fun in their life.

There is only but so much time in your day, use it wisely! AND oh yes... DO NOT BE LATE!

College is a time of many trials and tribulations. Not everyone believes or values the same things you might. BUT that is okay standing firm in what you believe in shows growth, knowledge and maturity.

Volunteering just does not stop when you graduate college and get a job! Giving back to the community you live in adds value to your life and the people around you!

College is a time when you face many problems in the classroom and in life. As a college graduate you should be able to think critically about problems and find solutions! That goes for in the workplace and your social life!

The world we live in is very diverse and as a college graduate you should be able to value diversity. Valuing diversity goes well beyond just respecting it! Think about it!

Have confidence in yourself! Set goals and achieve them!

The friends, family, and coworkers around you are most of the time your support group! They want to see you succeed in life. They are also there when you fall to help pick you up and keep moving forward.

Take a minute and reflect on everything you did throughout college...was it easy...NO! College is hard work and it has prepared you for your future!

The education you have no one can take that away! Whatever happens in you life value your education! You can do anything you set your mind to! You can change the world!