Little Coverage of Job Market for Grad Program Grads

The coming presidential election and economic state of things have dominated recent news coverage. Few stories have focused on the lack of prospects for students entering the workforce. This is especially important for those in graduate school.

Many students everywhere have anxiety about their prospects, but the problem is even more pervasive for those in graduate programs -- as they rarely have the option to delay their job search.

While the lack of mainstream coverage on this issue makes sense for the moment, students should know the type of job market they face. That information should come before the election, as it may alter how the candidates' plans look.

Without more research on the job market, expert predictions on how to improve the outlook and coverage to draw attention to the problem some may underestimate the bleakness of the situation. Journalists could also publicize alternate options and the needs of non-conventional work that utilizes law degrees.

Let's hope for more coverage of prospects for those entering the workforce -- it may give the student vote more purpose.