October 2018 Student Newsletter
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As the leaves begin to change, AAP students settle into their academic routines.To ensure that the middle of the semester runs smoothly for students, Student Affairs, Career Services, the Library, and Program Directors held events to promote strategies for academic and professional success.
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AAP Welcomes Associate Dean
Veronica Donahue, Ph.D.
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Beverly Wendland, the James B. Knapp Dean of the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences has named Veronica Donahue, Ph.D. as Associate Dean for Advanced Academic Programs (AAP), effective October 9th, 2018. Dr. Donahue previously served as the Associate Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings a wealth of experience to AAP. Dr. Donahue also holds and MA and Ph.D. from the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences in Political Science. Please join AAP faculty and staff as we welcome Dr. Donahue back to the Johns Hopkins University community!
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The President of Albania visits the DC Center
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On October 2, the Center for Advanced Governmental Studies partnered with the Center for European Policy Analysis to host Albanian President Ilir Meta. President Meta discussed Albania's regional security challenges in the Balkans, the country’s path into the European Union and negotiations between Kosova and Serbia. More than 100 people attended, and AAP students were able to ask President Meta questions.
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GrammarSlam 2018: AAP Writing Gives Back
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The GrammarSlam: MA in Writing faculty and alumni had a great time volunteering at Morgan State University’s annual GrammarSlam on September 22. Teaching grammar lessons or doing one-on-one writing critiques with aspiring writers was a way for our faculty and alumni to use their unique skills to boost and inspire new voices. Thank you to all who volunteered.
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Morgan students compete in a 7-minute editing contest for the grand prize, a laptop computer.
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Guest Speaker Theresa Williamson Presents Favelas as Models of Sustainable Housing
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The Center for Advanced Governmental Studies and the Energy and Environmental Programs co-hosted a seminar by Theresa Williamson. Williamson is the founder and Executive Director of Catalytic Communities an NGO in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Williamson spoke to AAP students about Favelas as models of sustainable development. Her talk provided a vision of how policymakers could build on favelas’ attributes and provide pathways to realizing their potential.
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Coffee Break with Student Affairs
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Student Affairs organized Fall Meet and Greets to chat with students at our three campuses and online.
At the DC Center, Homewood, and Montgomery County campuses, Student Affairs representatives were joined by the Johns Hopkins Student Assistance Program (JHSAP), Career Services, and faculty to meet with students and answer questions. Student Affairs also hosted a virtual town hall to engage distance learners in discussion about resources and tools for academic success.
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AAP Students Trained for Success
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Tools for Success Webinar
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AAP students logged on to receive tips for success in their classes from Student Services. Topics included AAP resources, time management, study strategies, communicating with instructors and writing tools available. View an updated recording of the webinar
here
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Library Online Workshops Sync Sessions
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The Sheridan Libraries hosted an EndNote virtual webinar on September 24th and a RefWorks virtual webinar on October 1st to train students on the resources available to help students become better at writing research papers. To sign up for upcoming Library Workshop Sync Sessions or to view past recordings click
here.
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Women in the Workplace Summit
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Women in the Workplace series: Overcoming Struggles
Four dynamic women shared the roundtable with Associate Director, Roni K. White, NCC, LGPC to discuss and share ways to eradicate second generation bias, sexism, microaggressions, and workplace bullying. Dena Gudaitis a communications professional, Minette Galindo, MPA a Public Health Advisor, Marina Williams, LMHC a therapist, and Louise Anena a human resources professional all eloquently defined, shared insight, provided strategies, and offered inclusive forward thinking solutions to these struggles women too often endure at work. Daniela Drago, PhD an Associate Professor from George Washington University co-hosted and moderated the poignant questions from the audience. The reception was lively with discussion and refreshments. Laura Hannon, Executive Director of Student Affairs, Daniela Drago, and Roni K. White look forward to co-organizing and presenting the entire series for our community. Upcoming events include: December 11
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workshop at GWU– Talking to Decision Makers: A How to Guide for Women; January 2019 workshop- Business Acumen: Discover Your Leadership; March 2019 round table- Unpacking Income Disparity/Inequality: Strategies to Dismantle; September 2019 round table- Work-Life Balance: How to Manage with Happiness.
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Strategies of Effective Professional Communication
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Participants learned strategies to address and avoid crossing wires, misunderstandings, personal filters, and misinterpretations in communication through better understanding one's own natural communication style and behavioral tendencies. This self-awareness discovery led by Kim Busse of the Omnia Group provided students and alumni with tools to navigate difficult verbal and written communication as well as achieve successful professional communication. Kim Busse demonstrated how to adapt one's communication style and overcome barriers to effective communication. Our JHU community added strategies to implement effective communication with professional cross departments, functions, and industry. Keep up to date with the events posted on Handshake to look for future collaboration with the Omnia Group as we bring additional webinars to the JHU community for career development.
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International Student Career Development Workshop
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Incoming international students learned about US resume & cover letter writing, networking, US professional etiquette, and managing culture shock. Students also had the opportunity to speak with an HR professional from The World Bank Group about opportunities and hiring practices. Thank you to Ekta Talwar, an international student from AAP’s Global Security Studies program, for sharing your experience and insight, and providing strategies for finding US jobs.
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Upcoming Career Center Workshops
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October 30th
Making an Impressive Virtual Impression Webinar
Career Services has organized a virtual career fair for students. However, students should learn how to make a lasting impression first. This webinar will teach you how to stand out in the stream of virtual interviews to come.
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November 1st
Employer Showcase I
Career Services has organized a virtual career fair for students. Meet with potential employers from the comfort of your home.
This Employer Showcase will focus on students in the Applied Economics, Communication, Cultural Heritage Management, Digital Curation, Film, & Media, Geographic Information Systems, Governmental Studies, Liberal Arts, Museum Studies, and Writing programs.
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November 14th
Employer Showcase II
Career Services has organized an additional virtual career fair for students in the following areas of study: the Center for Biotechnology programs, Energy Policy and Climate, Environmental Sciences and Policies, Science Writing, and Research Administration.
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All Johns Hopkins Career Centers have moved to Handshake. This online platform allows career centers and employers to engage with students and alumni of Johns Hopkins University. For more information and frequently asked questions, please check out these
tips.
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Tyrese Coleman, AAP Writing '15 releases her new book:
How to Sit
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How to Sit plays with the line between fiction and nonfiction as it explores adolescence, identity, grief, and the transition between girlhood and womanhood for a young black woman seeking to ground herself when all she wants is to pretend her world is fantasy. Coleman celebrated her release at Busboys and Poets in DC on October 4th with a celebratory showcase of black female authors including Saida Agostini and Tracy Chiles McGhee.
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Midterms and Mental Health
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Make sure to keep your mind healthy and at ease during the stressful period of midterms.
JHSAP is
a
confidential, free resource to help students manage work, life and school challenges and support their emotional well-being. All AAP students, online and onsite, have access to this resource.
Talk to someone today
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The Calm app is available and free to JHU! Sign up now and discover life without stress.
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Follow our Instagram
@JHUAAP
and tag a fellow AAP student or alumni for a chance to win exclusive AAP swag. Tag as many people as you like, but to win you must be an AAP student or alumni and follow our Instagram account. The winner will be announced on November 16th.
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October 18
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6:30-7:30 pm ET
Online Workshop Sync Session: Use Google Effectively in Research
The Sheridan Libraries will present an online workshop to teach students the best strategies to research using Google. To sign up for the webinar or to look at past recordings click
here
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October 25
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5:00- 6:00 pm ET
Energy and Environmental Program Speaker Series host Dr. Jeremy Lin
The Director of Transmission Analytics will be visiting the DC Center to discuss the challenges of integrating a large number of renewable energy sources into the power grid.
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October 25
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12:00 pm
Global Security Studies Presents: Dr. Rory Cormac
The Associate Professor of International Relations from the University of Nottingham comes to the DC Center to discuss his new book
Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy.
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October 27
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9:00 am- 12:00 pm
Open House
The DC Center will open its doors for a Fall Open House on October 27th. Prospective students will be able to learn about programs offered at AAP, the admissions process, financial aid options, and meet with faculty and staff.
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October 31
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5:00-7:00 pm ET
Deconstructing Michael Jackon's Thriller
Join AAP's Dr. Tristan Cabello as he discusses the historical and pop culture context of Michael Jackson's Thriller video. The seminar will be held at the DC Center and live-streamed. A reception and online costume contest will follow.
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November 1st
Spring Registration
Registration for the Spring 2019 semester begins on November 1st at 10:00 AM ET. For questions, please contact aapregistration@jhu.edu.
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November 9
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6:00-7:00 pm ET
Alumni Reading & Bookfair
Join AAP Writing's Bookfair at the DC Center. There will be alumni readings, book sales, and the opportunity to discuss challenges and successes in the publishing process. This event is open to all AAP students.
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November 10
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Crisis Simulation
AAP Global Security Studies is hosting a Crisis Simulation about a fictional state collapse in Pakistan.
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November 10
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Baltimore Writers Conference
The AAP Writing Program is
a co-sponsor for this conference with Towson University and will feature keynote speaker Amy Bass. All MA in Writing students are invited to attend and will have the opportunity to learn useful tips about writing and publishing, attend panel discussions, and speed-critique sessions.
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More Events Added Regularly! Stay Updated:
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Winner of the AAP Student Survey Drawing
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Kimberly Betsill, Museum Studies student, won last month's swag-give away after completing the Student Services Survey. Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey - we value your feedback!
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