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In this interview, current students speak with Libby Caldara \u201823 on her time within the School of Communication, what led her to deciding on studying Strategic & Corporate Communication, how minoring in Entrepreneurship paired well with her communication studies, the importance of networking early into college, and what to expect when entering the workforce post-graduation!<\/span><\/p>\n

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