Senior Caitlin Fogg has followed her own advice – just keep applying to internships. She encourages other students to look into any fields that interest them, emphasizing the importance of personal and company values. "I gained self knowledge of of what my worth is and what the fair market value for like my human capital is, which I think is really important for young women … [Read more...] about Career Chat: Caitlin Fogg
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Career Chat: Cindy Guo
Senior economics major Cindy Guo has interned for major brands like Target and smaller startups that reached out to her on LinkedIn. " I think every internship experience or any experience you get in general has things that teaches you like transferable skills and you'll be able to apply that anywhere else," Guo said. "Just like even just from working with different teams … [Read more...] about Career Chat: Cindy Guo
IP Director Update: Brian Swarts Looks To the Future in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., director Brian Swarts, his wife Izumi and their sons Shosuke and Hiroki smile for a family Christmas photo this past winter. The Swarts family faced several challenges due to COVID-19, including homeschooling and being unable to travel. Photos courtesy of Brian SwartsWashington, D.C., International Program Director Brian Swarts is passionate about travel, … [Read more...] about IP Director Update: Brian Swarts Looks To the Future in Washington, D.C.
Career Chat: Dyani Heredia-Urias
Senior Dyani Heredia-Urias shares how her internship experiences have given her the opportunity to apply developing skills and connect with mentors. "I honestly see all of my internship managers, not as like managers or as bosses – obviously we have that professional relationship – but I see them as mentors," Heredia-Urias said. "I see them as people I can go to for career … [Read more...] about Career Chat: Dyani Heredia-Urias
Students Prepare for a Relaxing and Productive Winter Break
Art by Leah BaeNov. 24, the last official day of the fall 2020 semester, marks the conclusion to an abbreviated and unusual term for both students and faculty at Pepperdine.As the end of the semester approaches, some students prepare for a time of rest, while others get ready to take more classes or complete internships. No matter what individual plans students may have, every … [Read more...] about Students Prepare for a Relaxing and Productive Winter Break
