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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Ten Johns Hopkins PhDs and postdocs inducted into Bouchet Society

Hub staff, Jun 2

Ten Johns Hopkins University PhDs and postdoctoral researchers were inducted into the Edward A. Bouchet Graduate Honor Society during a ceremony on May 7.

The Bouchet Society is a network of higher education scholars who exemplify academic …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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Beyond the Booth: Making Campus Recruiting More Meaningful Through Experience 

As the academic year comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the many ways our employer partners have shown up for students at the JHU Life Design Lab. Each semester brings fresh energy, new approaches, and moments of engagement …

By Aleanairis Nunez
Aleanairis Nunez Senior Employer Outreach Coordinator
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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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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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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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Immersion in Impact: An Internship at the Public Health Research Institute of India

Written by: Amanda Ferber

Introduction to the Public Health Research Institute of India  

My internship at the Public Health Research Institute of India was the greatest honor of my life so far. For 45 days in July and August 2024, …

By Life Design Lab
Life Design Lab
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