Career Corner: It’s Okay to Change Your Mind in Grad School

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Most people start graduate school with a plan. Maybe it’s clear and linear, like getting an awesome internship, landing a full-time job through Handshake, and building the career you’ve been dreaming of for years. Or maybe, upon admission, it’s a … Continued

The Perfect $20 Weekend in Boston

When you live in Boston, there’s no shortage of activities or restaurants to try. Between the city’s rich history and constant stream of events, our weekends can fill up pretty quickly. The only downside: it can be dangerously expensive. That’s … Continued

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

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

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

More Than Just a Workshop: How EmersonWRITES is Fostering the Next Generation of Writers

EmersonWRITES is so much more than a program that offers free creative writing workshops to local Boston students. Those weekend workshops allow teenagers in the greater Boston area to refine their writing skills, practice their freedom of expression, and gain … Continued