Adapt, Pivot, & Persist

Have you recently experienced a layoff, particularly in the government or technology sectors? You’re not alone—and your next opportunity is closer than you think. Adapt, Pivot, & Persist is designed specifically for professionals like you who are navigating career transitions.

By Hanju Lee
Hanju Lee
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Student startups take center stage at HopStart

Emily Myrick, May 4

More than 250 student entrepreneurs competed for more than $55,000 in prizes at the 25th annual HopStart: Hopkins New Venture Challenge on Friday, April 25, at the Inn at the Colonnade. Competitors from across Johns Hopkins University …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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Johns Hopkins works to bolster intellectual pluralism across the university

Hub staff, Apr 21

For more than a year, Johns Hopkins University and the American Enterprise Institute—a leading center-right think tank based in Washington, D.C.—have been building bridges to facilitate collaborative work between interested scholars in both institutions. This …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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From Patient Care to Career Clarity: My Journey at Kennedy Krieger Institute

by Kellen Gibson

Introduction 

This summer, I had the privilege of continuing my work at the Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI) as a clinical assistant in the neurobehavioral unit (NBU). The NBU is dedicated to admitting children with behavioral problems …

By Life Design Lab
Life Design Lab
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Building Your Personal Brand: What University Students Need to Know About Social Media and Job Searching

In today’s digital-first world, social media isn’t just a place to scroll through memes and share weekend plans—it’s a powerful tool for networking, personal branding, and career growth. For university students preparing to enter the workforce, understanding how to use …

By Kayla Michael
Kayla Michael
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Healing Hearts: My Summer Research Journey at the Foster Lab

by Maudh Elyamni

Introduction:

Reflecting on my recent summer experience, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and a renewed commitment to my medical career aspirations. This summer, I had the privilege of continuing my research at the Foster …

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Life Design Lab
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Johns Hopkins among top Fulbright producers for 15th consecutive year

Claire Goudreau, Mar 4

Johns Hopkins University was named a top producer of Fulbright Student grantees for the 15th consecutive year, with 27 grants offered to Hopkins students and alumni in the 2024-25 grants cycle. The university had the second highest …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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The Mutual Power of Experiential Learning: How Staff Benefit from Student Career Treks

Experiential learning offers students invaluable opportunities to learn through real-world experiences. These moments provide a platform for students to imagine themselves in roles or environments they might never have considered, expanding their horizons and opening new possibilities. At the Johns …

By Antonio Boone
Antonio Boone Assistant Director of Life Design, Student Athletes
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Three Unexpected Ways a Job Description Can Help You During Your Job Search

A job description can be one of the most powerful tools to assist you during a job search. On its surface, a job description may appear to be a list of qualifications and duties, but it holds hidden potential to …

By Sarah Connelly
Sarah Connelly Senior Life Design Educator: AMS, CaSE, & EHE
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BMES Key Takeaways

Last month I attended the Biomedical Engineering Society’s (BMES) Annual Meeting. This 5-day conference brought together over 5,000 biomedical engineers from around the globe.  With over 2,300 scientific poster presentations, 974 platform sessions, and nearly 150 exhibitors, I found myself …

By Marsha Hammond
Marsha Hammond Life Design Educator: Biomedical Engineering
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