Choose Career Path Decisively -Madam Wesseh Urges Risks Institute Students as They Launch Career Day Program

By Anthony Q. Jiffan, Jr.

MONROVIA – The administration of Risks Institute has launched a Career Day program aimed at guiding students in selecting career paths that have meaningful impact on society. The administration has also announced that the Career Day program is a precursor to the Moses Risks Lecture Series, which is set to launch in April this year. Moses Risks is the founding of Risks Institute after whom the institution was named.

At the event, former Mano River Union Secretary General Madam Medina Wesseh urged students to be decisive in choosing their careers, and not to be swayed by the belief that certain professions are more profitable than others.

“Don’t be influenced by others who tell you that one profession is better than another,” Madam Wesseh advised the students who are their administrators gathered at the event. “Decide what you want, and pursue what makes you happy, and what impacts society positively.”

She emphasized that career choices should be made based on personal desire rather than external influences or financial incentives.

According to Madam Wesseh, every profession has its own prestige, but what matters most is its impact on society, and how it contributes to personal fulfillment.

“When you choose a profession, it must be something you truly want to do; something that makes you happy,” she petted the students.

While acknowledging the importance of a career that offers financial stability, Madam Wesseh cautioned students against prioritizing money over passion.

“A profession should provide financial support, but it should never overshadow your true interests,” she said.

She further encouraged students to take full advantage of the quiet and conducive learning environment provided by the Risks Institute. “You’ve been given a peaceful and comfortable space to learn, so stay focused and work toward acquiring quality education for a brighter future,” she advised,” she told them.

Madam Wesseh also urged students to embrace technology, warning against becoming overly reliant on artificial intelligence (AI).

“Use technology to your advantage, but don’t let AI do all the work for you,” she said. “It will hinder your academic development and make you complacent.”

In her closing remarks, Madam Wesseh assured the institution that she would collaborate with other alumni to ensure that internet service is restored to the campus, as it was in the past.

She also expressed gratitude to the school administration for organizing the Career Day program to help students make informed career choices.

Earlier during the program, Rev. William P. Kilby, Vice Principal for Instruction at Risks Institute, highlighted that the Career Day program is just the beginning of the Moses Risks Lecture Series, which will kick off in April.

Rev. Kilby disclosed that the lecture series would be a monthly event, where professionals from various fields will speak to students about different career paths, providing valuable insights to guide their decision-making process.

“The introduction of this program comes at a time when many schools lack career guidance counselors. We want to ensure that our students receive the proper guidance,” Rev. Kilby stated.

He also emphasized that hearing from professionals about their career choices, challenges, and successes will offer students a clearer understanding of the careers they might want to pursue.

On behalf of the administration, Mr. Kpaka Kemah, Vice Principal for Administration, expressed appreciation to Madam Medina Wesseh for sharing her experiences with the students, acknowledging that her insights would contribute significantly to their career decisions.

He noted that, over the years, many students have struggled with indecision when it comes to choosing a career.

The Risks Institute Career Day program brought together students from the institution, as well as from the William R. Tolbert Catholic University. The event featured various performances, including musical selections from the school’s choir and cultural displays, among other activities.