Cathryn Sloane

University of Iowa

I recently graduated from The University of Iowa with a B.A. in English and a concentration in Creative Nonfiction Writing. Journalism and writing are two of my biggest passions and I would love to be a columnist or feature writer for a magazine someday. I previously worked as a metro reporter for The Daily Iowan (the student newspaper at Iowa) and interned for both ALIVE Magazine and Fox 2 KTVI, both of which are based in St. Louis, Missouri. Having been born and raised in a suburb of St. Louis, I am a die-hard Cardinals fan. When I'm not writing or obsessing over the Cards, I love spending time with my family and friends, listening to music, and repeatedly watching episodes of Gilmore Girls and Friends.

Articles by Cathryn Sloane

Two Weeks Away: Graduating During “The Worst Time to Graduate” May 1, 2012 Here I am: two weeks away from graduation, jobless, and getting ready to move back in with my parents. However, I know that this lifestyle will not be permanent. I have worked hard over the past four years and genuinely feel that my degree will lead me in the right direction.

How Facebook Stalking is Getting Out of Hand March 26, 2012 Remember when Facebook was just a fun platform to showcase your interests and talk with friends? Somewhere along our insane social media journey, Facebook has become the be-all, end-all way of defining who we are, even to potential employers.

Why Hooking-Up in College Will Not Disappear February 21, 2012 The causal hook-up culture seems to have been made into a rite of passage in college, and it is no surprise that a service like the 'Walk of Shame Shuttle' has been created to embrace it. And that culture likely isn't going away anytime soon.

In the Job Search, The Magic of Networking January 16, 2012 While cover letters, a high GPA, and a perfectly polished resume are important to any job search, networking is a critical tool as well. NGJ's Cathryn Sloane on how to build the connections you may need down the line.

The Dependable Positivity of College Football January 5, 2012 Despite the rough controversies college football has undergone, the ultimately great things that come out of it should not be overlooked. Read on to understand why you should never forget to take advantage of it during your time at school!

Iowa Young Voices: Why I’m Not Engaged in the Buzz December 29, 2011 I have not been actively engaged in the Iowa Caucus buzz over the past few months, partly because, as a hardcore Obama supporter, I have no real interest in the candidates. But putting all of that aside, I am particularly unimpressed with the Republican options this year.

How to Have the Winter Break You Truly Deserve December 20, 2011 Although we all start off excited in the wake of finals, it is easy to get bored and restless by the end of winter break. Don’t let that happen to you- NGJ's Cathryn Sloane breaks down how to make the best of your remaining weeks off.

Graduating in Four Years: Not Always That Easy December 7, 2011 The majority of college students today are taking more than four years to graduate. But with an increasing number of universities offering the Four-Year Guarantee, those statistics may slowly be changing. NGJ's Cathryn Sloane reports.