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The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Lisa Fleisher, PhD in Health Policy & Management | Senior Public Finance Advisor at USAIDIn this episode, we discuss Lisa’s intentional and career-oriented approach to pursuing a PhD in Health Policy and Management, how she utilized trusted mentors and colleagues as a resource for making difficult career decisions, and her advice for being open to a variety of different career opportunities and making sure a company’s work culture aligns with your needs and values. Hosted by Lois Dankwa
2023-06-0928 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Saeed Ashrafinia, PhD in Electrical Engineering | Collaboration Manager at Siemens HealthineersIn this episode, we discuss how a desire to make a broad impact influenced Saeed’s decision to pursue a PhD in Electrical Engineering at Johns Hopkins and his post-degree career ambitions, his advice for exploring your options and finding the right graduate program and supervisor to support your goals and values, and his take on the benefits of being interdisciplinary and how he utilizes this asset in his current role as a Collaboration Manager at Siemens Healthineers. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Saeed and to learn more about his story, visit his pa...
2023-06-0123 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Scott McClure, PhD in Epidemiology | Assistant Professor of Public Health at Shenandoah UniversityIn this episode, we discuss how an interest in food and a career as a product development food scientist unexpectedly led Scott to pursue a PhD in nutritional epidemiology, how he combines his different interests and experiences in his current research, teaching, and collaborative work on food insecurity, and his take on the importance of picking achievable goals, always trying to do more than zero, and maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Scott and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project...
2023-05-1826 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ela Warnecke, PhD in Psychological & Brain Sciences | Research Scientist at MetaIn this episode, we discuss Ela’s unexpected path to pursuing a PhD in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins and her doctoral work on acoustics and bat echolocation, the important roles of both mentorship and networking in influencing her academic and professional trajectories, and her experience unlearning the pressures and work habits of academia after transitioning into industry and embracing a happier and healthier work/life balance. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ela and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-1827 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Victoria Fanti, PhD in Italian LiteratureIn this episode, we discuss Victoria’s unexpected path to pursuing a PhD in Italian Literature and her doctoral work on killer queens in Italian Renaissance tragedy, her reflections on the ways academia is often poorly equipped to support diverse needs, and her take on the importance of taking time to examine your personal values and goals when it comes to planning your next career step. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Victoria and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-1733 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Lisa Wyman, PhD in Epidemiology | Manager at Oregon Health AuthorityIn this episode, we discuss what sparked Lisa’s interest in public health and what led her to pursue a PhD in epidemiology, her experiences working in state government and the fulfillment she derives from being on the front lines of public health, and her advice for getting your feet wet and taking advantage of different learning opportunities during your doctoral studies to help prepare you for your future career. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Lisa and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-1624 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gabriela Cantarero, PhD in Neuroscience | Lead Scientific Reviewer at U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)In this episode, we discuss what led Gabriela to pursue a PhD in Neuroscience and how she navigated finding PIs who aligned with her interests and values, her diverse experiences working as a military scientist, an assistant professor, and currently as a lead scientific reviewer at the FDA, and her advice for trying out different things and trusting your gut when it comes to finding a job that suits your unique personality and approach to life. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Gabriela and to learn more about her story, visit her page on...
2023-05-1528 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Nancy Newton, EdD in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education | Grants and Sponsored Programs Manager at Montgomery CollegeIn this episode, we discuss what led Nancy to pursue a doctoral degree in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education, the ways her degree has enabled her to have a higher-level impact in her work at Montgomery College serving underrepresented and underserved students and in her nonprofit educational work serving incarcerated women, and her take on the importance of mentorship for encouragement, support, and pushing your boundaries. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Nancy and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-1228 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ashley Pitt, PhD in Biology | Associate at McKinsey & Co.In this episode, we discuss Ashley’s childhood interest in science and what led her to pursue a PhD in Biology at Johns Hopkins, the ways curiosity has guided her personal and professional journey and helped her to develop the crucial skill of asking questions, and her take on the importance of communication, accessibility, and equity in the sciences and beyond. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ashley and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-1227 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Alisa Padon, PhD in Health Behavior & Society | Research Scientist II at The Public Health InstituteIn this episode, we discuss how Alisa’s interest in higher-level influences on our choices and on our health led her to pursue a PhD in Health Behavior and Society at Johns Hopkins, the ways intentionally building a versatile toolkit during her doctoral studies has benefited her career, and the joint roles of research, policy, and advocacy in her current work at The Public Health Institute. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Alisa and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-1023 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Jackie Flanagan, PhD in Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry | Partner at Bain & CompanyIn this episode, we discuss what drew Jackie to the Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology doctoral program at Johns Hopkins, how taking a step back and assessing her personal and professional values and priorities helped her navigate the decision to pivot out of academia and into consulting, and her take on the ways a PhD prepares you to be a successful consultant as well as the major differences between consulting and academia. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Jackie and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project...
2023-05-0325 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Amy Weil, PhD in Chemical Biology | Global Medical Information Scientist at MerckIn this episode, we discuss what led Amy to pursue a PhD in chemical biology at Johns Hopkins, how she combined her love of both science and writing to carve out a career in medical communication and education, and her advice for trusting yourself and following your own path. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Amy and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-05-0322 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Seth Colby, PhD in International Relations | Tax Research & Planning Officer at State of Hawaii, Department of TaxationIn this episode, we discuss the role of mentorship in Seth’s decision to pursue a PhD in International Relations, the various personal and professional factors that led him to take a role as a Tax Research & Planning Officer for the State of Hawaii after having worked in Washing DC at the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank, and his advice for looking out for unexpected opportunities and carving your own unique career path. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Seth and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100Al...
2023-04-1628 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Remy Washington, EdD in Education | President at Uplift EducationIn this episode, we discuss how Remy discovered her love of teaching and what inspired her to pursue a doctorate in education, the different ways the approaches she learned and the network she formed during her doctoral training show up in her work today as the President at Uplift Education, and her take on the importance of being adaptive and willing to try new solutions when facing challenges. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Remy and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-04-1526 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gina Greenidge, PhD in Materials Science & Engineering | Higher Research Scientist at National Physical LaboratoryIn this episode, we discuss Gina’s path to pursing a PhD in materials science and engineering, her advice for remaining flexible, establishing a strong support system, and trusting in yourself when making decisions about your career path, and her work as a research scientist specializing in mass spectrometry imaging at the UK National Physical Laboratory. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Gina and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-04-1522 minThe Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Esther Kim, PhD in Epidemiology | Research Scientist at MetaIn this episode, we discuss what led Esther to pursue a PhD in Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins, how she experimented with internships during her doctoral training to see how her epidemiological skills could apply in different industries, and her experience conducting health-related research at Meta to improve population health. Hosted by Lois Dankwa
2023-04-1224 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Sonal Parasrampuria, PhD in Health Policy & Management | FDA Team Lead at Department of Health and Human ServicesIn this episode, we discuss the role of mentorship in helping Sonal understand how to combine her interests into a single academic trajectory in health economics and in connecting her with hands-on experience in the policy world, the different ways she tailored her PhD experience to prepare her to land a job working in the federal government, and the diversity of the work she does in her current role as the FDA Team Lead at the Department of Health and Human Services. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Sonal and to learn more about...
2023-04-1124 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Brian Harmon, PhD in Environmental Health and Engineering | Research Staff Member at Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA); Lieutenant Colonel at U.S. Army ReserveIn this episode, we discuss Brian’s unexpected journey from being an aspiring golf course superintendent to studying environmental chemistry, joining the U.S. Army Reserves, pursuing a doctorate in environmental health and engineering, and working in public health preparedness at the Institute for Defense Analysis (IDA), his advocacy work as the co-founder and chair of a military and veteran employee resource group at IDA, and his take on the importance of being flexible, learning from your mistakes, and always trying to improve. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Brian and to learn more ab...
2023-04-0931 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Sarah Stamper, PhD in Psychology | Chief Research Officer at MurmurationIn this episode, we discuss how Sarah’s interest in understanding people drew her to pursue a PhD in psychological and brain science, the ways her curiosity and her desire for impact led her into several different roles before she landed in her current position in a civic tech nonprofit, and her advice for trusting your instincts when it comes to finding a career that aligns with your values and goals. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Sarah and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-04-0826 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Abigail RayAlexander, PhD in French Literature | Associate Professor of French at Kennesaw State UniversityIn this episode, we discuss the unexpected ways that Edgar Allen Poe inspired Abby to pursue her PhD in nineteenth-century French literature, her advice for embracing uncertainty and having an open mind when it comes to finding your first post-graduate job, and the ways her personal and professional priorities have evolved since her first experience on the academic job market to landing her current tenure track position at Kennesaw State University. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Abby and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-04-0622 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Levi Mogg, EdD in Entrepreneurial Leadership | Executive Director at Teach For AmericaIn this episode, we discuss how Levi’s childhood experience in the foster care system and his time working for Teach For America led him to pursue a doctorate of education in entrepreneurial leadership, the ways that he applies the perspectives and skills he gained during his doctoral program in his work today, and his take on what it means to be a community leader in education.Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Levi and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-04-0425 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Alfredo Caro, PhD in Biophysics | Senior Scientist at AgrospheresIn this episode, we discuss what led Alfredo to pursue a PhD in biophysics at Johns Hopkins, why he decided to leave his career in academia and step outside of his comfort zone to work for an agricultural biotech startup, and his take on the importance of having a supportive network to help you through the job-search process and within your career. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Alfredo and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-3126 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Claire Zhao, PhD in Biomedical Engineering | Associate Director at PfizerIn this episode, we discuss how Claire’s undergraduate education and her experiences working in industry contributed to her decision to pursue a PhD in biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins, her take on the differences between academia and working in the impact-driven pharmaceutical industry, and her advice for critically examining and developing your skillset for transitioning into the nonacademic workforce. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Claire and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-3118 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Cassandra Crifasi, PhD in Health Policy and Management | Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthIn this episode, we discuss how Cassandra’s childhood interest in orthopedic surgery evolved into her passion for public health and injury and violence prevention, the different ways her doctoral experience at Johns Hopkins prepared her for her current work on gun violence prevention, and her take on the importance of stopping to evaluate the “so what” behind our work. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Cassandra and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-3125 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Josh Pinto Taylor, EdD in Education | Executive Director at The Anchor SchoolIn this episode, we discuss what made Josh pivot from his plan to become an architect to pursuing a career in education, the different ways he has applied the skills he honed during his doctoral training to his teaching and to his founding of a new charter school, and his advice for being a scholar practitioner and finding inspiration in inevitable change. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Josh and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-2329 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gayatri Nehrusingh-Pajerowski, EdD in Mind, Brain & Teaching | Assistant Director Educational Opportunity Fund at Passaic County Community CollegeIn this episode, we discuss how Gayatri’s desire to better support her students’ self-efficacy compelled her to pursue a doctoral degree in mind, brain, and teaching at Johns Hopkins, her experiences confronting failure and learning to develop a growth mindset, and her take on the importance of learning how to celebrate yourself and honor your hard work. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Gayatri and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-2327 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Vishal Yadav, PhD in Chemistry | Postdoctoral Researcher at Pennsylvania State UniversityIn this episode, we discuss what led Vishal to pursue his PhD in chemistry at Johns Hopkins, how his experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic inspired him to become involved with advocacy work on campus and to speak out as an international student and member of the LGBTQ+ community, and his advice for exploring different career paths and being true to yourself when deciding if a career in academia is right for you. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Vishal and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project w...
2023-03-1730 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Beth Goldstein, EdD in Education | Director, Youth Impact Lab at Babson College and Founder of Edge InstituteIn this episode, we discuss why Beth decided to pursue a doctoral degree in education after a successful career in business, consulting, and teaching entrepreneurship and marketing, the importance of peer-to-peer collaboration in her doctoral learning process and the ways it helped her embrace not knowing all the answers, and how she empowers educators to be more effective teachers by helping them see themselves as entrepreneurs. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Beth and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1724 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Christina Marea, PhD in Nursing | Assistant Professor at Georgetown UniversityIn this episode, we discuss Christina’s fascinating journey from midwifery to Doctors Without Borders to pursuing her PhD in nursing, the ways she prioritized her physical and mental wellbeing while working on her doctorate, and her advice for setting boundaries and finding alignment with your work.Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Christina and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1527 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Benjamin Ackerman, PhD in Biostatistics | Principal Statistician at Janssen R&DIn this episode, we discuss what led Ben to pursue a PhD in Biostatistics, the important role of mentorship for support during his graduate program and guidance in finding a career path, and his advice for persevering in the face of challenges. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ben and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1521 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Matteo Cantarello, PhD in Spanish | Project Support Agent at EuropolIn this episode, we discuss how Matteo’s childhood experiences inspired him to pursue a PhD in Spanish, the importance of forming a community among colleagues and friends during his time in graduate school, and his advice for intentionally looking inward to identify a career path that suits your interests and skills. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Matteo and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1535 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Kelly Siegel-Stechler, PhD in Education | Senior Researcher at Tufts UniversityIn this episode, we discuss what led Kelly from her interest in youth programming centered on international affairs to pursuing a PhD in Education, the ways she managed the stressors of her PhD by taking a holistic approach to life, and her advice for facing the challenges of transitioning out of graduate school. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Kelly and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1527 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ebuka Arinze, PhD in Electrical Engineering | Senior Product Development Engineer at Intel CorporationIn this episode, we discuss the role of mentorship in Ebuka’s decision to pursue a PhD in Electrical Engineering and throughout his doctoral experience, how he approached the decision to leave academia to work in industry, and his advice for connecting with people to help assess career goals. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ebuka and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1524 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Nichelle Bowes, EdD in Education | Vice Provost of Student Affairs at the Relay Graduate School of EducationIn this episode, we discuss what inspired Nichelle’s doctoral research assessing the higher education systems, policies, and practices needed to support diverse student populations, her successful implementation of this work in her roles at the Relay Graduate School of Education, and her advice for being intentional about your career exploration and building authentic professional connections. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Nichelle and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1534 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Brittany Avin McKelvey, PhD in Molecular Biology & Genetics | Director of Regulatory Affairs at Friends of Cancer ResearchIn this episode, we discuss how Brittany’s childhood battle with cancer inspired her to pursue a PhD in molecular biology and genetics and to pursue a career in cancer research, how Johns Hopkins’s proximity to DC sparked her interest in policy work, and how she used her network and skillset to land a role doing advocacy work in the non-profit sector at Friends of Cancer Research. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Brittany and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1524 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Jessica Albrent, EdD in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education | Assistant Professor at Lahore University of Management SciencesIn this episode, we discuss Jessica’s journey from the Peace Corps, to unexpectedly working in international education, pursing her doctorate in education, and entering academia, her value-driven approach to making decisions about her career, and her advice for taking breaks when needed and being ok with following your own timeline.Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Jessica and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1524 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Casey Daniels, PhD in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | Senior Scientist at AstraZenecaIn this episode, we discuss Casey’s pathway into the pharmaceutical industry and her PhD in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, how grounding herself in supportive communities empowered her to take career risks, and her advice for leaning into what you’re passionate about in the moment for enhancing productivity and finding balance in all that life encompasses. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Casey and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1523 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Jacob Fiksel, PhD in Biostatistics | Senior Research Statistician at Vertex PharmaceuticalsIn this episode, we discuss the impact of mentorship on Jacob’s decision to pursue a PhD in biostatistics and on his job search, his advice for finding a career that satisfies your interests, values, and needs, and the different skills that he applies to his current work in the pharmaceutical industry. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Jacob and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1524 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Elliot Wainwright, PhD in Materials Science & Engineering | Research Materials Engineer at US Army, DEVCOM Army Research LaboratoryIn this episode, we discuss the fundamental role of mentoring in Elliot’s decision to pursue his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering and throughout his graduate program, the importance of forming relationships with peers both within and external to his cohort, and how he intentionally aligned his graduate work and career search to successfully land a job with the Department of Defense (DOD). Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Elliot and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1527 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Sabina Henneberg, PhD in African Studies | Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East PolicyIn this episode, we discuss how Sabina’s work experience in North Africa inspired her to pursue her PhD in African Studies after having completed her master’s degree at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), the different factors that influenced how she approached making decisions about her career, and her advice about the importance of connecting with peers during graduate school. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Sabina and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1519 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Alyssa Falcone, PhD in Italian Literature | Affiliate Instructor of Italian at Loyola University MarylandIn this episode, we discuss the opportunities and challenges of Alyssa’s decision to pursue several different adjunct and short-term academic teaching positions across the country after finishing her PhD in Italian Literature, her perspective on taking breaks from your doctoral studies or career when needed, and her advice for pursuing a career in academia. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Alyssa and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1527 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Laxmi Slider, PhD in Pathology | Senior Scientific Director at PRECISIONscientiaIn this episode, we discuss how mentorship impacted Laxmi’s decision to pursue a PhD in pathology at Johns Hopkins, what led her to explore a career in medical communications, and her advice for those with advanced degrees in science searching for their next career step. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Laxmi and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1424 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Greg Church, PhD in Near Eastern Studies | Consultant at The ClearingIn this episode, we discuss how Greg leveraged the skills he gained during his PhD in Near Eastern Studies and his ministerial background to enter the consulting sector, the role of mentorship and networking in his exploration of different career paths, and his take on the people-centered approach to public sector consulting in his current work at The Clearing. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Greg and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1427 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Will Beckham Cole, PhD in International Public Health | Director of Research Projects at The Trevor ProjectIn this episode, we discuss what inspired Will to pursue a PhD in International Public Health, his academic career at JHU, and his decision to leave academia for the non-profit sector, where he now uses his skillset to support LGBTQ+ youth at The Trevor Project. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Will and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1429 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Erin Villareal, PhD in Near Eastern Studies | Senior Analyst at US Government Accountability Office (GAO)In this episode, we discuss wet led Erin to pursue a career in the federal government, how she utilizes her academic skillset as a humanist in her current role, and the importance of assessing how our personal values align with potential career fields. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Erin and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1427 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ian Tolfree, PhD in Physics | CEO at TBT Pharma and Principal at Emerald Development ManagersIn this episode, we discuss Ian’s circuitous path from his PhD in physics to a career as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, how forming professional relationships spearheaded his career trajectory, and the importance of knowing yourself and stepping outside of your comfort zone. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ian and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.
2023-03-1425 min