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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2025 International Studies DC Career Trek: Student Reflections on Essential Skills for Career Success

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 …

By Kate Barrett
Kate Barrett Life Design Educator: Social Sciences
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Exploring Unexpected Career Paths in Finance

When students think of finance careers, traditional roles like investment banking, financial analysis, or asset management usually come to mind. But finance offers many other paths for students interested in exploring unique, impactful careers outside the expected corporate ladder. On …

By Kate Barrett
Kate Barrett Life Design Educator: Social Sciences
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From Theory to Practice: Johns Hopkins Design Team Sets Undergrads Up for Success

BioSpace Insights, Nov 6

At Johns Hopkins University, the biomedical engineering program’s Design Team offering lets undergraduates dive deep into clinical projects that can help them land industry jobs, get provisional patents or even start companies.

For prospective college students …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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The Three Lives Activity (On-Demand Activity) 

Imagine 1, 2, or 3 possible lives when the time is right for you.

So you’re trying to figure out what comes next? Are you thinking about how you want to spend your upcoming Summer? Perhaps you’re just trying to …

By Matthew Golden
Matthew Golden Assistant Vice Provost for Undergraduate and Masters Life Design
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Life Design Lab Launches Fall 2023 Industry Weeks 

By: Ashley Schantz, Caitlin Broccoli, and Sarah Connelly 

Beginning the week of September 25th and throughout the 2023-2024 academic year, the Life Design Lab will host Industry Weeks.  

What are Industry Weeks? 

Industry Weeks serve as an exciting opportunity for …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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