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When advising a junior about integrating their campus life experiences with post-graduation planning, which strategy is MOST effective?

A Focus exclusively on maintaining a high GPA, as it's the only factor employers consider.
B Recommend joining as many clubs as possible, regardless of interest or relevance, for a longer resume.
C Encourage intentional reflection on how leadership roles, volunteer work, and campus jobs develop transferable skills, and connect them with career services for resume building.
D Advise them to only participate in activities directly related to their major.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Intentional reflection helps students articulate their skills. Connecting these experiences with career services then allows them to effectively market these transferable skills, making campus life a powerful component of career readiness.

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