Ryan Walsh, a journalism graduate from San Diego, California, faced significant challenges in securing a full-time job after graduation. Despite achieving academic success, including making the dean's list and graduating summa cum laude, she found herself juggling multiple part-time and unpaid roles in New York City. After applying to over 100 entry-level positions with little success, Walsh recognized that many of her peers were also struggling in a difficult job market characterized by hiring freezes and limited opportunities. This realization prompted her to pivot her career path. Now passionate about women's health issues, she has decided to return to school for a master's degree in public policy. Walsh was recently accepted into a prestigious program in France, where she will receive a scholarship covering a significant portion of her tuition. Although the prospect of returning to school is daunting, she is eager to learn more about her new career path and continue networking in the field.