
José Medina
School & Community Outreach Manager
Indiana Commission for Higher Education
Indianapolis, IN USA
“Don’t be afraid to ask for help.”
Indiana Commission for Higher Education
Indianapolis, IN USA
“Don’t be afraid to ask for help.”
School & Community Outreach Manager
I help students learn about their options after high school.
Every day looks different. One day I might go visit a school and speak with middle school students about their post-secondary options. Another day I might need to wear a suit, go to a board meeting, and give a presentation. I could also be meeting with government representatives. My role offers a lot of versatility, which I really like.
Here's the first step for middle school students
Follow your gut and don't be afraid to explore. If something looks really interesting to you, take the initiative to learn more about it. Bring a friend if you need more support! If you want to go into a similar field as mine, there are multiple paths you can take. I would say a liberal arts degree—which is what I have—is great since it is so versatile and teaches you to critically think and analyze.
"I can't ask for help. I need to figure this out on my own."