Mentorship

A Lesson in Pivoting 

By Kate Barrett and Stacey Mitchell

Over the past few weeks, we have reflected deeply and fondly on participating in this year’s Washington, DC Career Trek for international studies (IS) majors sponsored by the Life Design Lab and the Program in International …

By Life Design Lab
Life Design Lab
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Nurturing Tech and Entrepreneurial Spirit: An Intersession Trek to the Bay Area 

Intersession Treks are one of Johns Hopkins University’s Life Design Lab’s signature programs. The staff meticulously craft multiple industry-based, immersive, and credit-bearing experiences, recognizing the profound impact of integrating our Life Design curriculum into real-world contexts. In one of these …

By Caitlin Broccoli
Caitlin Broccoli Assistant Director of Life Design: Computer Science and Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Attend the JHU First Year Major Exploration Fair!

Are you curious about learning more about ideas/topics that are tied to the major you are planning to declare this spring as a KSAS student? Are you interested in pivoting toward a new major altogether but not sure where to …

By Michael Gonzales
Michael Gonzales Associate Director of Life Design: First Year Krieger
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Scared of Burnout This Fall? Here’s How To Avoid It!

During the past fall semesters,  many students experienced the struggle of fighting to stay awake as they “went to class” by joining a Zoom lecture.

It isn’t a surprise that attending classes in their dorm continuously crossed the lines between …

By Maureen Onyebuchukwu
Maureen Onyebuchukwu
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I Needed New Glasses and Got a Pair at Clymb

William Hu (Digital Media Marketing Intern and InBaltimore Cohort 2022)

“So, what is Clymb?” It took me a while to figure this out as well. It’s an organization that makes and sells emotional wellness software to school districts throughout America …

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Importance of Mentorship For Careers In Technology Sector.

Technology is a broad industry.  It includes jobs ranging from software developers to web designers.  Because of the different careers in IT industry, it’s hard to decide which one is right for you.

According to U.S. News and World Report, …

By Lanre Ogungbe
Lanre Ogungbe
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Himanshi Sharma on bridging the gap between conventional academic systems and real-world opportunities

Himanshi Sharma, a current student at JHU’s School of Education and specialising in International Teaching and Global Leadership, understands that when you notice inequity in your community, it is an opportunity to spark connection and encourage change.  Coming from India …

By Belle To
Belle To
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Building a Great Mentoring Relationship

Whether it’s for the purpose of support, encouragement or even to challenge oneself, forging a mentor-mentee relationship is one of the best ways to develop one’s skills and also reach desired goals. Despite the many benefits that come with a …

By Lanre Ogungbe
Lanre Ogungbe
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How To Be the Best Mentor – Tips From Some Great Ones

It takes more than common sense to be a good mentor. Research shows that mentors and mentees who form and manage successful mentoring partnerships have a number of skills that make it possible for learning and change to happen. This …

By Lanre Ogungbe
Lanre Ogungbe
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STUDENT PERSPECTIVE: ONEHOP MENTORING WALK-THROUGH

By Madeline Amonick, Communications Assistant

What is OneHop?

OneHop, formerly PeopleGrove, gives students direct access to alumni across all schools who have already expressed interest in helping students. Whether you are looking for a long-term mentorship, looking to explore new fields, …

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