Too many companies are stuck in the past, still treating majors like crystal balls that can predict an applicant’s success.
The hiring landscape is shifting, and the smartest employers are ditching that rigid criteria in favor of a skills-first approach. …
by Abigail Fassinger
Introduction
I spent the summer at Johns Hopkins Hospital in a developmental neuroscience/neonatology lab under Principal Investigator Dr. Raul Chavez-Valdez. I volunteered my time daily to do experimentation, primarily immunofluorescence, as well as other experiments or …
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 …
Public Health, Mar 03
Meet Tifanny Widya Ekayultina
Tifanny Widya Ekayultina is a first-year student in the MSPH in Health Education and Health Communication degree program whose passion lies in health communication. Her goal is to bridge the gap between health …
Randall Newsome, Mar 02
BALTIMORE — On any given day, morning, noon, or night, there’s a good chance the man and artist known as Wendel Patrick has an instrument in his hands, ready to create his next project and chase after …
by Gavin Cressy
About Me: My Summer Experience
Hello all, my name is Gavin Cressy. As of writing this, I am a rising senior at Johns Hopkins University majoring in neuroscience. This summer, my internship experiences consisted of two …
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 Layann Bashir
Introduction
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 …
Picture this: You’ve landed your dream job, but there’s just one problem—you already accepted another offer. What now? Ghosting your current employer or no-showing on day one might seem tempting, but trust me, it’s not worth the hit to your …
