A post-mortem on online internships: Lots of hype or signs of hope? Julia Freeland Fisher A post-mortem on online internships: Lots of hype or signs of hope? Researcher Matthew Hora discusses the mixed results of online internships during the pandemic. July 27, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Two new reports shed light on social networks to support social mobility Julia Freeland Fisher Two new reports shed light on social networks to support social mobility In this panel discussion, researchers from Brookings and Search Institute discuss how to measure workers' and learners' social capital. July 15, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
10 strategies for expanding networks—not just skills—to expand career pathways Julia Freeland Fisher 10 strategies for expanding networks—not just skills—to expand career pathways To address opportunity gaps, network-building must be woven throughout education and workforce pathways. June 28, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Building students’ resiliency networks: A conversation with Brian Lightfoot Julia Freeland Fisher Building students’ resiliency networks: A conversation with Brian Lightfoot A discussion on the power of resiliency networks, measuring students' social capital, and building inclusive pathways into entrepreneurship. June 1, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Connections as currency: A conversation with Stephanie Krauss Julia Freeland Fisher Connections as currency: A conversation with Stephanie Krauss What do students need to thrive? Former educator Stephanie Krauss sets out to answer this question in her new book out this spring. May 20, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
5 steps for building and strengthening students’ networks Julia Freeland Fisher 5 steps for building and strengthening students’ networks In this playbook, education leaders can take a systematic approach to equitably fostering positive and diverse relationships across their schools and programs. May 5, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Job prospects for “Generation Limbo” Julia Freeland Fisher Job prospects for “Generation Limbo” Emerging research and practices can guide high schools’ efforts to arm more students with the meaningful work experience today that pays dividends tomorrow. May 4, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Curbing the impact of negative student-adult relationships: A conversation with Mike Garringer Julia Freeland Fisher Curbing the impact of negative student-adult relationships: A conversation with Mike Garringer When a student-mentor relationship goes badly, here's what the evidence guides schools to do. Apr 20, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Networks versus net worth: Expanding possibilities for alumni engagement Julia Freeland Fisher Networks versus net worth: Expanding possibilities for alumni engagement For an industry under pressure to prove its value, postsecondary institutions stand to benefit from innovations that not only unlock alumni's net worth, but also their networks. Apr 8, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
From career readiness to career optionality: A conversation with Anthony Mann Julia Freeland Fisher From career readiness to career optionality: A conversation with Anthony Mann Thinking about, exploring, and experiencing careers boosts career readiness, according to a new OECD report. Mar 11, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Nonprofit bets on the power of young leaders connecting students to careers Julia Freeland Fisher Nonprofit bets on the power of young leaders connecting students to careers Student engagement has been a challenge this past year. But The Diversity Org is leveraging its Gen Z and Millenial leadership to hook students into exploring their career options. Mar 2, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
Beyond coding: How one startup is arming computer science students with the networks they need to break into tech Julia Freeland Fisher Beyond coding: How one startup is arming computer science students with the networks they need to break into tech Mentors In Tech helps computer science graduates from less well-known institutions break into tech. Feb 16, 2021 Julia Freeland Fisher
