Turning Fun into Full-Time: How I Changed Careers at 30 Without Formal Training

If you had asked me five years ago what I’d be doing today, I would have confidently told you: academic advising. I had spent my entire young adult life guiding students through the health professions track, even earning a graduate …

By Kayla Michael
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2024 Summer Experience (PURA) Simulating the Regulation of Gene Expression by Genome Topology with the Xiao Lab

by Boaz Goldberg

Introduction

This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to work with the Xiao Lab at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine funded by a PURA fellowship. My role involved conducting research related to the computational modeling of …

By Life Design Lab
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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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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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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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Crafting Stories, Creating Impact: Reflections on the NPSS First-Year Community Leaders Cohort 

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-Malagon Assistant Director of Life Design: First Year KSAS
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Johns Hopkins presents updated plans for DSAI building project

Hub staff, Jan 24

Johns Hopkins University presented revised plans for its new Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) facility to Baltimore’s Urban Planning Architecture Advisory Panel (UDAAP) on Thursday, giving the city planning group a second look at the project that …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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How to Prepare for the JHU Industry-Focused Career Fair

The JHU Industry-Focused Career Fair is just around the corner, taking place on January 29. Whether you’re exploring opportunities or ready to land your dream job, preparation is key to making the most of this event. Here are five essential …

By Life Design Lab
Life Design Lab
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Start with Yes: Leaning into New Challenges

Sometimes, the most transformative opportunities begin with a single word: yes. Saying yes isn’t just about agreeing to take something on—it’s about choosing growth, embracing challenges, and stepping into a space where you’re unsure of the outcome.

This year, I …

By Kara Hunter
Kara Hunter Associate Director of Employer Engagement
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Johns Hopkins Ice Rink returns for fourth year

Hub staff, Jan 14

Put your other plans on ice! The Johns Hopkins Ice Rink at Homewood officially opened on Friday and promises lots of winter fun in the weeks ahead. Skaters took to the ice throughout the weekend.

JHU faculty, …

By Jishuo Yang
Jishuo Yang
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