Thought Leadership

We bring together the intellectual power and expertise of our team to share valuable insights and perspectives on a wide range of topics. As a leading institution of higher learning, we believe in the importance of contributing to the broader discourse and shaping the future. We achieve this not only by producing innovative ideas and research but also by creating an environment where ideas are cultivated, flourished, and applied to impact the community for good.

Our thought leaders are at the forefront of their fields, constantly pushing boundaries and making significant contributions to their respective disciplines. They bring ideas to life and inspire others to do the same. Join us on this intellectual journey as we explore new ideas, challenge assumptions, and inspire meaningful change.

Career Transitions

Five Future Directions in University Career Services

In 2014, we published 10 Future Trends in College Career Services, an article that summarized patterns and trends we observed …

Redesign Your Future Summer 2020 Workshop Series

This digital summer series hosted by the Integrative Learning and Life Design Office at JHU included a series of events – …

The Great Resignation: Welcoming Newcomers into Career Services

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted so much of our world. Even as we return to some bit of pre-pandemic life, …

Data Analytics with Senior Data Scientist at LinkedIn, Yun Gong

Step into the world of data analytics and career progression with Yun Gong, a seasoned data scientist and Johns Hopkins …

Bioinformatics with Joe Barrows, Director of Software Engineer at Natera

Listen to an engaging discussion on bioinformatics featuring Joe Barrows, the Director of Software Engineering at Natera, and Swetha Suresh …

Economics with Rebecca Betz, Supervisory Economist at BLS

Listen to a captivating conversation between Rebecca Betz, Branch Chief, and supervisory Economist at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, …

Job Search

Redesign Your Future Summer 2020 Workshop Series

This digital summer series hosted by the Integrative Learning and Life Design Office at JHU included a series of events – …

Beyond the Classroom: SAIS Alumni and Current Student Engagement

Alumni from the classes of 1970, 1995, 2010 celebrated their 50th, 25th and 10th Reunions Virtually on October 20, 22, …

Do You Have the Magic Bullet for Your Job Search?

Crowds make me dizzy with anxiety. As a hard core introvert, I’ve learned to be extroverted for work, but whenever …

Economics with Rebecca Betz, Supervisory Economist at BLS

Listen to a captivating conversation between Rebecca Betz, Branch Chief, and supervisory Economist at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, …

Max Q: An Interview Podcast from Peabody LAUNCHPad

Max Q refers to the most stressful part of a rocket’s ascent. We focus on a similar, often difficult time for …

Hopkins Biotech Podcast: International Students & Life Design

Roshni Rao, PhD is Director of the Doctoral Life Design Studio at Johns Hopkins University, where she works with PhDs …

Leadership

Using Stakeholder Maps to Identify, Build & Maintain Your Network

A crucial aspect of any summer experience is connecting with not only co-workers at your organization, but also with individuals …

Academe must support women to be the strong leaders they can be

Women leaders, especially women of color, are exhausted. The pressure to shrink ourselves, the constant navigation of the likability vs. …

Bioinformatics with Joe Barrows, Director of Software Engineer at Natera

Listen to an engaging discussion on bioinformatics featuring Joe Barrows, the Director of Software Engineering at Natera, and Swetha Suresh …

Getting Adventurous with Your Leadership Training

Research has shown that many leadership programs fail to help individuals develop the sorts of collaborative skills needed for today’s …

Life Design

Personal Development

Strangers on a Train: Why Authentic Communities Start Small

Bringing strangers together to design their lives reminds me of traveling by train. In my twenties, I toured Europe solo …

Do You Have the Magic Bullet for Your Job Search?

Crowds make me dizzy with anxiety. As a hard core introvert, I’ve learned to be extroverted for work, but whenever …

Feeling Stuck? How Life Design Can Help You Break Through

I’m not a therapist. And yet, I spend a good portion of my day listening to others who feel stuck …

Science Twitter: Personal boundaries on a professional platform

“Do I have to stop posting my critiques of higher education?” “Will the leadership take me seriously if I use …

Max Q: An Interview Podcast from Peabody LAUNCHPad

Max Q refers to the most stressful part of a rocket’s ascent. We focus on a similar, often difficult time for …

“From Passion to Profession” Alumni Panel Discussion

During an alumni panel discussion about “From Passion to Profession,” leaders from the University talk about how to prepare our …

Professional Development

Career Closet

The Career Closet: Embodying Your Expression,
Confidence and Clarity seeks to expand social capital for
JHU students through making connections, …

Five Future Directions in University Career Services

In 2014, we published 10 Future Trends in College Career Services, an article that summarized patterns and trends we observed …

Redesign Your Future Summer 2020 Workshop Series

This digital summer series hosted by the Integrative Learning and Life Design Office at JHU included a series of events – …

How to turn informational interviews into longer term relationships

Okay, so you’ve gone on your informational interview. Over the thirty minute conversation, your coffee-mate gave you insight into what …

The Great Resignation: Welcoming Newcomers into Career Services

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted so much of our world. Even as we return to some bit of pre-pandemic life, …

Academe must support women to be the strong leaders they can be

Women leaders, especially women of color, are exhausted. The pressure to shrink ourselves, the constant navigation of the likability vs. …

Networking

How to turn informational interviews into longer term relationships

Okay, so you’ve gone on your informational interview. Over the thirty minute conversation, your coffee-mate gave you insight into what …

Strangers on a Train: Why Authentic Communities Start Small

Bringing strangers together to design their lives reminds me of traveling by train. In my twenties, I toured Europe solo …

Do You Have the Magic Bullet for Your Job Search?

Crowds make me dizzy with anxiety. As a hard core introvert, I’ve learned to be extroverted for work, but whenever …

Science Twitter: Personal boundaries on a professional platform

“Do I have to stop posting my critiques of higher education?” “Will the leadership take me seriously if I use …

Workforce

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Contact & Location

Phone
410-516-8400
Address

Imagine Center
113 W. University Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21210

Imagine Center Hours

Monday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED

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