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 …
Co-authored by Kate Barrett (Life Design Educator: Social Sciences) and Dr. Stacey Mitchell (Life Design Educator: Students with International Perspectives)
The 2025 International Studies Career Trek in Washington, DC was an invaluable experience for students, offering insights into a …
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.
As we wrapped up an incredible fall semester of the inaugural NPSS First-Year Community Leaders Program, I found myself reflecting on the journey our students have taken—not just in their roles as volunteers but in their evolution as storytellers, mentors, …
By Beatriz Gutierrez-Malagon
Beatriz Gutierrez-MalagonAssistant Director of Life Design: First Year KSAS
This summer, I had the opportunity to intern at MedStar Hospital as a guest ambassador in the Heart Surgery department. My role involved enhancing patient support and comfort, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and contributing to …
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 BooneAssistant Director of Life Design, Student Athletes
This summer I was involved in multiple volunteering opportunities. One of the activities that I was involved in was Hopkins Community Connections which is a program for undergraduates to volunteer and interact …
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 ConnellySenior Life Design Educator: AMS, CaSE, & EHE
At Johns Hopkins University, our students thrive in many industries with the top two being healthcare [16.5%] and government: local, state and federal [7%] (Our Outcomes) since 2007 for all our graduates. The U.S. …
By Clifton E. Shambry Jr.
Clifton E. Shambry Jr.Associate Director of Life Design for Student Community and Belonging
This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to conduct research with Dr. Andrew Gill who is a pediatric psychologist at Johns Hopkins Hosptial. Here, I was able to focus on child burn psychology research. As a …