Join Us "On the Advance"
Want to learn more about the value of a graduate education, how specific programs can advance your career and enhance your knowledge, or what to consider when selecting a program? On the Advance, produced by Johns Hopkins University’s Advanced Academic Programs division, taps into the expertise of its exceptional faculty, admissions experts, and academic leaders to offer insight into these topics, shares the accomplishments of students and alumni, and more. Read on for tips, tools, and advice that will help you explore the many possibilities of a graduate education.
Hopkins Helps Writer Turn Passion Into Profession
Colette Costlow’s journey as a MA in Writing student began with a life-changing accident and evolved into a career centered on storytelling.
Thought Leadership
A Lifelong Quest to Understand Politics, People, and Power
Sarah O’Byrne’s lifelong curiosity with elections had led her to the helm of the MA in Government program, where she is shaping the next generation of political thinkers through data, diverse perspectives, and critical inquiry. Read more
Science & Storytelling Redefined in “hyper_object”
Graham Sack’s hyper_object united artists, scientists, and engineers across JHU to create an immersive neuro-theater experience where brainwaves shaped live performance. Read more
Forging Our Future Regulatory Science Leaders
Program Director Bill Barrier oversees a comprehensive curriculum that positions Hopkins students at the forefront of regulatory innovation and industry influence. Read more
Transforming Altruism into Action for Greater Nonprofit Gain
Director Kandyce Fernandez Sawyer stewards an MA in Nonprofit Management program that broadens abilities and supports innovation to ensure ongoing and meaningful impact, both domestically and abroad. Read more
Accomplishments in Action
Advancing Women’s Health Through Regenerative Medicine
After years treating women with chronic reproductive health conditions, physician Christian Diaz turned to the MS in Regenerative and Stem Cell Technologies program to explore how innovative therapies may impact the future of women’s health. Read more
Advancing Global Security with Attention to Mental Health
Global Security Studies student Lauren Link combines her interests in strategic studies with a passion for mental health advocacy to better understand human behavior, perspectives, and lived experiences. Read more
From Global Security Studies to Global Storytelling
Two-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Baktash Ahadi draws on experiences spanning refugee camps, war zones, diplomacy, and JHU’s Global Security Studies program to tell stories that foster understanding across cultures and communities. Read more
Strengthening Leadership to Advance Philanthropic Impact
Emily Hamsher Kindred capitalized on the university’s tuition remission benefit to pursue an MS in Organizational Leadership, expanding her impact as the Senior Director of Development for the Whiting School of Engineering. Read more
Faculty Focus
Mark Washington: Seeing the Bigger Picture Through GIS
Mark Washington inspires students to think bigger by using GIS and emerging technologies to address complex, real-world challenges. Read more
Marcus Sarofim: Fueling a Passion for Climate Science
Climate scientist Marcus Sarofim brings decades of experience to the Energy Policy and Climate program, teaching with deep expertise and a hopeful outlook that inspires students to turn their passion for science into action. Read more
Brian Hoover: Listening to Seabirds, Tracking Ocean Health
Brian Hoover brings decades of experience in marine ecology to his teaching, introducing students to what the storytelling of seabirds reveals about the health of a changing planet. Read more
Kantha Shelke: Nourishing Lives Through Food Science
Kantha Shelke is using food science to build safer food systems – and stronger human connections. Read more
Mastering Your Future
What Can a Graduate Program Do for You?
Discover how a master’s degree program can help you boost your earning potential, update your skills, strengthen your network, and perform at your peak. Read more
Top 8 Careers in Sustainability
Discover the top careers in sustainability, and how an MS in Environmental Sciences and Policy from JHU AAP can get you there. Read more
Can You Earn a Master's Degree Online?
JHU AAP’s courses are specifically designed for working professionals. Earn a master’s degree online and entirely on your schedule! Read more
9 Top Skills for Effective Leadership in the Healthcare Industry
Learn about the skills you need to be a leader in the healthcare field. JHU AAP explains how a master’s degree can help you get there! Read more
News from AAP
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