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One can easily feel pessimistic and apathetic about the state of the world., And ,,it‘s easy to feel powerless in a world that overlooks or underestimates you. Pulling into Union Station in D.C., I felt unsure about the value of my perspective and uncertain about my commitment to participate in the following days’ events with … Read more
New Beginnings In November, I was able to represent Penn State University as a member of the NMGZ Community and be a part of the Los Angeles trip. Being a new member, there were a ton of first moments for me that came with this experience, as well as many wonderful opportunities to learn from … Read more
Have you ever attended a party that someone hosted for you or someone close to you, and you did not recognize anyone at the party? You almost have to confirm this is YOUR party because everyone is a stranger! The party could be fun, the food could be delicious, and the music could be good, … Read more
We seem to be living in the heyday of the online job search. With sites like Indeed and LinkedIn providing hundreds or even thousands of relevant job opportunities at your fingertips, it seems obvious that the power of connections must be dwindling. The saying, “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know,” is surely … Read more
It was an early morning, around 3:30 a.m. when my alarm woke me up. That day was the day I would be traveling to Washington, D.C. I was excited to go to a new place and nervous about missing my flight. Around 5 a.m., My friend dropped me off at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. At … Read more
During my NMGZ trip to Austin, we were introduced to a captivating speaker, Mark Heaps, who helped us dissect the essence of personal branding. I enjoy making art in my free time and consider myself creative. But one part of my brand I’ve had trouble with marketing is my creative abilities as a business professional. … Read more
The world obtusely grows more fond of the next smart gadget presented to us as technology soars. However, society is collectively falling prey to the “behind the scenes” of programming said technology that lies within these very gadgets. I want to introduce diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) here. This initiative calls for individuals and those … Read more
“What is your favorite brand and why?” This question posed by Mr. Mark Heaps, VP of Brand & Creative at Groq and a seasoned marketing expert with a history at both Apple and Google, is deceptively simple. Yet, it’s actually a question that prompts deep introspection, as many of our favorite brands are often interwoven … Read more
“I can’t believe you’re thirty already.” “Can you share all your wisdom with me? You seem to have so much experience.” “What? You don’t look that old!” This last year, I joined the thirty, flirty, and thriving club (shoutout to Jennifer Garner in 13 Going On 30). At first, being in the 30s age bracket … Read more
Higher education has become a gateway to limitless opportunities and success. However, the underrepresentation of certain groups, such as Hispanic women, poses significant challenges. It is critical to explore the importance of Hispanic women representation in higher education and the steps needed to address this issue. Even though Hispanic and/or Latinx communities are the second … Read more