College graduates are eager to get into the workforce and start using their newly acquired knowledge in the “real world.” However, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, only 20% of U.S. college students in 2009 had a job after they graduated. In 2009, Trina Thompson found herself in that 80% of unemployed graduates, and she wanted to do something about it. I WANT MY MONEY BACK! Recent Graduate Sues Her College After graduating from Monroe College in New York, Thompson couldn’t find a suitable job. So she filed a $70,000 case against her school (the amount of her tuition for her bachelor’s degree) and $2,000 to compensate her for what she endured while searching for a job. In her lawsuit, she claimed that the college’s career counselors promised career advice and job leads but didn’t work hard enough to find her a job. In addition, she suggested that Monroe’s Office of Career Advancement shows preferential treatment to students with high GPAs — not students like herself who had a low GPA. In response to the case, Monroe College spokesman Gary Axelbank said, “The lawsuit is completely without merit. While it’s clear that no college, especially in this economy, can guarantee employment, Monroe College remains committed to working with all its students … to prepare them for careers and to support them during their job search.” But Thompson or the college didn’t have to worry about attending trial because the case didn’t make it that far. Her case might have stood up in court if she hadn’t received a job offer. Her media attention and IT degree caught the eye of Steve Bellamy, CEO of The Ski Channel. He loved her hunger and willingness to put herself out there, and he offered her a position at his
AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM ATTORNEY ROB KUTZ
After more than 35 years of practice, I have decided to retire. I am incredibly grateful for all the clients, colleagues, and friends I have met along the way. As hard as it is to leave this profession I love and the clients I serve, I want to have more opportunity to relax and play with family and friends. I will be working through the end of 2022, but I wanted to make sure I shared this important news with the Promise Law community. I’ll offer more reflections on my career and the people and experiences that have shaped it in next month’s newsletter.
GRANNY SALAD
Ingredients
Salad • 1/2 lb bacon • 1 medium head cauliflower
Dressing • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar • 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 bunches broccoli • 1 small red onion
company. Thompson got the job, so her case was eventually dissolved.
Directions
1. Cook the bacon until desired crispness. Once the bacon is cool enough to handle, chop or crumble and set aside. 2. Cut or break up the cauliflower and broccoli into small pieces and chop the red onion. Place the vegetables in a large bowl and set aside while preparing the dressing. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined and a smooth consistency. 4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and stir until all the vegetables are coated. Toss in the bacon. 5. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight before serving.
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