Watch this video as an example of what we mean:

This is our cheesy way of trying to convey to you the importance of seeking out your own learning path in your graduate courses. Sometimes we see students focus so hard on what is prescribed in the syllabus, that they miss out on learning opportunities that are just as valuable (the moonwalking bear M-W-B).

While it's important for you to complete the minimum requirements and meet course goals and objectives, we want you to realize that there is and always will be so much more to learn. Life-long learning is exactly what makes studying at the graduate level so fulfilling.

So make it a goal to explore *beyond* what is in your graduate courses and diverge down learning paths that you find relevant and interesting. Venture out on the web to research new ideas and concepts you encounter along the way. Ask questions of your professor and your fellow classmates. Use other contexts in your life to talk about what you're learning in this class. This is the essence of life-long learning. Don't focus so hard on just "getting by" - you'll miss out on a much richer learning experience. In other words, don't miss the moon walking bear (M-W-B) opportunities!