Amherst College reunion 2024: The Art of Pivoting

Many people leave college and enter adulthood with a fairly certain idea of how their life will look—what job or postgraduate education they need, what relationships are important to them. However, as they enter their 30s, many realize they need or want to do something else with their lives. We have been taught how to learn and solve problems, but how to pivot is something that may not come naturally, and the question remains: Should we pivot? This panel features speakers who have successfully pivoted in their lives or are in the process of pivoting, and they will share their experiences, what they have learned, and how to decide if one should pivot and pursue something else. Featuring Michael Chernicoff ’09, Merle Smith ’09, and Clay Williams ’99. Moderated by Patrice Peck ’09. Presented by the Classes of 1999 and 2009.