Recent reports indicate that college graduates are confronting the most challenging job market in over a decade, with hiring slowing significantly. Many young graduates, like a 21-year-old who has applied to 200 to 300 jobs, report receiving frequent rejections. This difficult landscape has prompted new graduates to question the value of their degrees and seek advice from experienced alumni. Various organizations are stepping in to assist first-generation students in navigating this tough environment, amidst rising unemployment rates among recent degree holders and the apparent employment crisis facing today’s youth.