Best Places to See Holiday Lights Around Boston

I don’t know about you, but between finals and end-of-year parties, I’ve hardly had time to take in everything Boston has to offer during the holiday season. Sure, I’ve passed a few light displays on the way to Emerson’s campus. … Continued

Faculty in Focus: 5 Questions with a Communication Disorders Professor

For our second installment of the Faculty in Focus series, we chatted with Dr. Nydia Bou, the Senior Distinguished Scholar-in-Residence and Communication Disorders Chair. Throughout her career, Dr. Bou has had experience in teaching both undergraduate and graduate students, program … Continued

Glow Up Your LinkedIn

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LinkedIn can feel like a platform where career excitement goes to die. Maybe you made your profile as a recommendation from a professor years ago, but actively avoid scrolling through your feed or updating your profile. Don’t fret; we’re here … Continued

A Book Lover’s Dream: Backstage at the Boston Book Festival

On a crisp October morning, I stood outside First Church in Boston wearing a bright red volunteer shirt and a lanyard around my neck. Clutching a clipboard with papers that listed author names and panel times for my assigned location, … Continued

Tales of a Commuter

When moving to Boston, some of the most frequent questions Emerson students ask are: Where??? Why??? How long will it take for me to get to campus??? (These questions must be read in a feverish tone, or at least, that’s … Continued

Faculty in Focus: 5 Questions With a Strategic Marketing Professor

Ever thought about what your professor’s life is like outside of the classroom? Maybe you’ve wondered what fuels their morning, pondered their go-to pump up song, or why they feel so connected to the Emerson community. To take a sneak … Continued

What I Did During Summer Break (That Helped My Career!)

Summer break is a great time to catch up on much-needed relaxation between semesters, but it’s also the perfect opportunity to focus on personal and professional growth. For many graduate students, the break between classes means discovering ways to apply … Continued

How to Ask For (And Get) Great Recommendation Letters

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Whether you need a stellar letter of recommendation for an internship, full-time job, or higher education application, it’s normal to have some jitters about the asking process. Who should I ask? How far in advance do I have to ask … Continued

I Work for the WNBA—But Not the One You’re Thinking Of

When I say I’m on the board for the WNBA, I’m often met with surprised looks and questions regarding my athletic qualifications. No, not the Women’s National Basketball League, I quickly clarify, but the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA)! As … Continued

Books, Podcasts, and Playlists for Surviving Grad School

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Whether you’re fresh out of undergrad, pursuing a career change, or trying to balance class and a full-time job, grad school can be a very individual experience. And while the journey is full of rewarding and inspiring moments, it can … Continued